Deputy Chief Medical Officer

at  Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust

Corporate Responsibilities: Deputise for the Medical Director at the Trust Board, Board Committees, other Trust groups and across the Sussex system. Assist the CMO in forming the Trusts clinical strategy. Take on Trust-wide leadership responsibilities as agreed with the CMO. Leadership to Directorate Clinical Directors: Provide leadership to the Directorate Clinical Directors across urgent and emergency care and planned care services.
Shape the transformation and improvement of these services. Professional Leadership and Standards: Ensure the medical and dental professions play a full role in the Trusts clinical leadership development. Maintain alignment and compliance with regulatory body requirements. Governance and Safe, High-Quality Care: Collaborate with the Chief Nurse and CMO to ensure the Trust delivers safe, high-quality care.
Chair various clinical review panels and promote a culture of accountability in governance and risk management. Research and Innovation: Lead the Trusts Research & Innovation programme and support the Clinical Director of Research and Innovation. Develop partnerships with local universities and national bodies to embed research in our strategy. Workforce Development: Promote clinical excellence through robust arrangements for induction, clinical supervision, job planning, and continuing professional development.
Act as a role model for aspiring medical leaders and support the development of clinical leaders across the Trust. Financial Responsibility: Contribute to business planning and the management of the CMO Budget in conjunction with the other members of the Leadership Tea

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