Interim CMO: Strategic NHS Leadership & Governance

NHS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 133,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organisation is seeking an Interim Chief Medical Officer to provide senior clinical leadership across Greater London. This role involves overseeing clinical governance, driving service quality, and ensuring compliance with NHS standards. Ideal candidates will have significant leadership experience, GMC registration, and a postgraduate medical qualification. The role offers a competitive salary, with a contract duration of 4–6 months, and requires a commitment to ensuring high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• GMC registration with a licence to practise (GP or Specialist Register).
• Significant leadership experience at Medical Director, CMO, or equivalent senior clinical leadership level.
• Experience in clinical education or GP training.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic clinical leadership to the Executive Board.
• Oversee serious incidents, complaints, and professional concerns.
• Lead the development of clinical policies and integration strategies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder engagement

Clinical governance

Education

Postgraduate medical qualification (e.g. MRCGP, MRCS)

GMC registration with a licence to practise

Job description

A leading healthcare organisation is seeking an Interim Chief Medical Officer to provide senior clinical leadership across Greater London. This role involves overseeing clinical governance, driving service quality, and ensuring compliance with NHS standards. Ideal candidates will have significant leadership experience, GMC registration, and a postgraduate medical qualification. The role offers a competitive salary, with a contract duration of 4–6 months, and requires a commitment to ensuring high-quality patient care.