General Manager - Urgent and Unscheduled Care

NHS National Services Scotland; Melrose; On-site; GBP 73,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits for a General Manager for Urgent and Unscheduled Care at a prominent hospital in Scotland. This role is pivotal in delivering compassionate, high-quality care, leading operational teams, and implementing innovative care strategies. The ideal candidate will be an inspiring leader dedicated to improving patient outcomes and community health. With a focus on continuous improvement and personal development, this position offers the chance to make a significant impact in healthcare delivery. Join a dynamic team committed to excellence and be a part of transforming care for the future.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in operational leadership within healthcare settings.
• Ability to motivate teams and drive continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to ensure high-quality care for patients.
• Implement system-wide urgent care improvement plans.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Operational Excellence

Compassionate Care

Education

Relevant Healthcare Degree

Job description

NHS Scotland is committed to promoting equality and diversity within our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. Our goal is for our staff to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and empowered to perform at their best. Therefore, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

OUR VALUES IN ACTION

Care and Compassion • Quality and Teamwork • Dignity and Respect • Openness, honesty, and responsibility

Position: General Manager for Urgent & Unscheduled Care

Location: Borders General Hospital, NHS Borders

Salary: Agenda for Change 8C - £73,506 to £79,221 per annum

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a General Manager for Urgent and Unscheduled Care at Borders General Hospital. The postholder will provide compassionate, values-based leadership to deliver safe, high-quality, accessible, and effective care for patients and local communities. The General Manager will also lead and be accountable for implementing our new system-wide urgent care improvement plan.

Borders General Hospital (BGH), part of NHS Borders, is located in a scenic part of Scotland near the charming town of Melrose. BGH is a great place to work, where staff prioritize people and recognize their positive impact on community health and wellbeing. NHS Borders is co-developing a new 5-year strategy to transform future care delivery, and the General Manager will play a key role in this journey.

We seek a dedicated, compassionate, and inspiring leader capable of motivating clinicians and operational teams to pursue continuous improvement and operational excellence. The ideal candidate is passionate about delivering outstanding patient care and outcomes. In this role, you will have the autonomy and support to make a difference, with opportunities for personal development and growth to help you become an exceptional leader. You should be resilient, driven, and an excellent communicator with a proven track record of achieving results in complex operational environments. If this describes you, we look forward to hearing from you.

To learn more about working with NHS Borders, please visit - www.nhsborders.scot.nhs.uk

For an informal discussion or to arrange a visit, please contact Oliver Bennett, Director of Acute Services, at [e-mail] or call 01896 828270.

Important: Late applications will not be accepted, so please submit your application early. Due to legislative changes effective from 1 April 2025, this role may require a different level of criminal records check than currently. If classified as a 'regulated role,' your appointment will be subject to joining the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme. Any updates to these requirements will be communicated by the Hiring Manager or Recruitment Team. For more information, visit: Disclosure Scotland Changes.