Hospital Director

Nuffield Health; Clyst St. George; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent hospital in Derriford, Devon, seeks a Hospital Director to inspire a high-performing team and champion operational excellence. This role requires proven leadership in an independent hospital and strong financial acumen. Enjoy competitive remuneration along with benefits in a location offering a balanced lifestyle with natural beauty.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in an independent hospital setting.
• Strong financial acumen, including budget and P&L accountability.
• A passion for quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead a high-performing leadership team.
• Build relationships with consultants, GPs, and NHS partners.
• Champion operational excellence and quality care.

Skills

Leadership experience in hospital setting

Financial acumen

Commitment to quality and safety

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a visionary Hospital Director to lead our Plymouth Hospital, located in Derriford, Devon. This role offers the chance to shape healthcare in a region known for its natural beauty, vibrant communities, and healthy pace of life.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead a high-performing leadership team, embedding our values and behaviours in everything we do.
• Build strong relationships with consultants, GPs, NHS partners, and external bodies to drive a patient-first culture.
• Champion operational excellence, financial performance, and quality care.
• Act as Registered Manager, ensuring compliance with CQC standards and fostering a culture of safety and accountability.

About Nuffield Health Plymouth Hospital

Located in Derriford, adjacent to our Devonshire Gym, the hospital has been part of the Plymouth community since 1971. We offer:

• 3 main theatres (2 laminar flow, 1 digital)
• A fully JAG-accredited endoscopy suite
• A 35-bed ward with private and shared bays
• 12 consulting rooms in our outpatient department
• Specialties including Orthopaedics, Plastic Surgery, and Neurosurgery

Qualifications & Requirements

• Proven leadership experience in an independent hospital setting, within a multi-specialty environment offering surgical, outpatient, and diagnostic services.
• Strong financial acumen, including budget and P&L accountability.
• A passion for quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Eligibility to act as a 'fit and proper person' under CQC guidelines.

What You’ll Enjoy

At Nuffield Health, the UK\'s largest healthcare charity, our mission is to build a healthier nation—starting with the individual. We support our patients, members, and colleagues with care that\'s personal, connected, and transformative. And it all begins with you.

Remuneration & Location

Competitive, dependent on experience, with a comprehensive benefits and relocation package offered. Living in Plymouth provides access to the Southwest Coast Path, Dartmoor National Park, golden beaches, a thriving cultural scene, excellent schools, affordable housing, and a lifestyle that balances ambition with wellbeing.