Practice Manager

NHS National Services Scotland; Mallaig; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Scotland is seeking a highly skilled Practice Manager for a patient-centred practice in Mallaig. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership and operational management skills to lead a dynamic team in delivering quality healthcare. This role combines community engagement with the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patient care.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership qualities.
• Excellent operational management skills.
• Experience in a healthcare setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the smooth running of the practice.
• Lead, develop, and manage the practice.
• Deliver person-centred, safe, and effective care for patients.

Skills

Operational Management

Leadership

Job description

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated Practice Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership qualities and be able to demonstrate excellent operational management skills to oversee the smooth running of the practice. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead, develop and manage the practice in delivering person-centred, safe and effective care for patients.

About Our Practice

Our patient-centred practice serves a list size of 1,820 patients and is supported by a dynamic and collaborative team:

Our Team: Four part-time GPs, a practice nurse, healthcare assistant, reception team and practice manager (this post)

Mallaig offers a lifestyle like no other:

Well-connected: Just an hour from Fort William by road, and served by reliable bus and train services, with regular ferries to the Small Isles, Isle of Skye and Knoydart peninsula.

Community Amenities: From charming restaurants to a gym and swimming pool, you’ll find everything you need in this welcoming village.

Family Friendly: Mallaig boasts English and Gaelic nursery, primary and secondary schools, all conveniently located on one campus, with a variety of extra-curricular opportunities to support and inspire young learners.

Natural Beauty: Surrounded by idyllic lochs, stunning beaches and scenic hills, Mallaig is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers.

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This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa or a Health and Care Worker visa. NHS Highland is unable to provide candidates with a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) for this role.

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NHS Highland is geographically the largest of the 14 regional boards of NHS Scotland, covering an area of 12,500 square miles, across Highland and Argyll & Bute.

As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through our NHS and Social Care values.

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Dignity and respect

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