Medical Director

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Selly Park and Erdington, BirminghamSalary:
Competitive Salary based on an 18.75 hours per week commitment plus on-call allowancesContract:
Permanent, part-time - Flexible working is an option that can be discussedReporting to:
Chief Executive OfficerWoodrow Mercer Healthcare have been retained to identify a visionary and values-led medical professional to join Birmingham Hospice, a special organisation that directly cares for up to 1,000 people every day across Birmingham and Sandwell.Our teams consist of dedicated professionals, committed to helping people through some of the most important and difficult moments, offering exceptional palliative and end of life care with warmth, dignity and compassion- supporting everyday needs.This is not just a leadership role, it is a chance to make significant impacts upon lives who are most in need, within an organisation that places those people at its heart. You will lead and nurture a dedicated medical team, helping shape the strategic direction of the hospice by working closely with partners across health and social care so that every person in our community has access to the care they deserve. You will have autonomy and responsibility for leading medical education and training teams and become the accountable officer for controlled drugs. This is a truly holistic role for a medical professional willing to develop their portfolio and experience in a supportive environment.Why join Birmingham Hospice?Birmingham Hospice is the leading provider of palliative and end of life care in the region, operating from Selly Park and Erdington, as well as delivering home care services. Birmingham Hospice is enriched in history, formed through the merger of Birmingham St Mary’s and John Taylor Hospices. This is a history we are very proud of at Birmingham Hospice, which we hope to build upon by expanding our care services across the westmidlands in partnership with aligned individuals, who carry the same vision of supporting those in need of care.Our values of Kindness, Respect, Positivity, Togetherness, Openness and Innovation shape every decision we make- bringing these values to every interaction we have. We believe in creating a culture where everyone feels valued, heard and supported to push themselves to be their best versions.RequirementsWe are seeking a compassionate and collaborative leader who can bring both expertise and empathy to the role.Requirements for the role are as follows:GMC registration and ideally experience of or a least a curiosity and commitment to build experience in palliative or end of life careA track record of inspiring, supporting and empowering multi-professional teamsThe ability to build trusting relationships and foster strong partnerships across the NHS, charity sector and local communitiesA commitment to inclusive and equitable care for allA thoughtful approach to clinical governance, strategy and service improvementYou need to be someone who leads with kindness, ensuring you listen empathetically to patient’s needs, bringing a supportive nature to all day-to-day tasks. Equally you need to be as comfortable connecting with families throughout care processes as you are contributing your voice to strategic discussions at board level- as care requirements go beyond solely patient care, we pride ourselves on offering the needed support throughout every step of our care cycle to those closest to our patients- making life as easy as possible.What we offerGenerous pension options, including the ability to retain your NHS pensionFlexible working to help you balance your personal and professional lifeOpportunities for learning, development and leadership coachingFree parking, refreshments and on-site cafés at both sitesAt Birmingham Hospice, your leadership will make a lasting and meaningful difference. You will be pushed to grow both personally and professionally within our teams, where supporting one another is encouraged to work towards a common goal of helping create an environment where patients and their loved ones feel safe and supported- enabling us to provide the care people deserve.How to applyFor an informal and confidential discussion, please contact:
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