We are seeking to recruit an inspirational Assistant Medical Director with enthusiasm and a passion for taking forward change. We are open and flexible when it comes to our leadership approach and developmental arrangements.
The post holder will play a key role in supporting the Medical Director and Director of Primary and Community in leading the delivery of a safe, effective and sustainable primary care service. They will also have a key role in helping to lead and deliver the Health Board's transformation programme. Working with other PTHB senior clinicians and managers, the post holder will lead primary care and clinical service development in PTHB. There is also a key role in supporting development and improvement of pathways between primary care and commissioned NHS services.
The job description for the post will be kept under regular review, in consultation with the post holder. The job description is intended as a guide to the general scope of duties and is not intended to be fixed, definitive or restrictive. It is expected that some of the duties will evolve, through discussion, over time.
At all times, to act fully in line with “Good Medical Practice” (GMC, 2013) and all related GMC requirements
Working with the Medical Director, Director of Primary Care, Community Services and Mental Health, Directors of planning and transformation leads and other Directorates, to support the development and delivery of the Integrated Medium-Term Plan.
The post holder has a general duty of care for their own health, safety and wellbeing and that of work colleagues, visitors and patients within PTHB. This statutory duty is in addition to any specific risk management or clinical governance accountabilities associated with the post. The post holder is expected to:
Comply with the rules, policies, procedures and standards of PTHB, together with all relevant statutory and professional obligations.
Observe and maintain strict confidentiality of personal information relating to patients and staff.
Be responsible, with management support, for their own personal development and to actively contribute to the development of colleagues.
Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won’t get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.
As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We’re also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy ’life work’ balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.
To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/ . There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.
We would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers; but even if you don’t speak any Welsh, or want to develop your skills, don’t worry: the health board will support you with training.
