Chief Medical Officer - Service Strategy and Operations
Posted 1 day 4 hours ago by NHS
Welcome from the Chief Executive Officer
We are excited to invite applications for the pivotal role of Chief Medical Officer for Service Strategy and Operations (CMO S&O).
This role involves setting the strategic direction for clinical services, leading medical and clinical teams, and driving transformational change through clinically led service development.
Your influence will not only be across the Trust, but across the wider Devon Integrated Care System (ICS), as well as the peninsula and region, developing sustainable clinical solutions that prioritise optimal patient outcomes.
Main duties of the jobFor more detail about the main duties of this role, please see the job description section below. As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients to stay healthy, when they need it most.
About usStretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford).
Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within peoples own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).
Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.
Its never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as youll help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.
Job responsibilitiesFor more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.
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More detail about the role
At the end of last year we were recognised as one of the most improved Trusts in the country against all measures, and you will be joining us as we embark upon a clearly defined 3-year plan that continues to transform our services and accelerate us towards excellence.
Forging strong relationships with key members of the wider executive team, including the Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Chief Nursing Officer (CNO), you will collectively provide strategic direction and leadership to clinical and operational teams. You will also work closely with the Chief Medical Officer for Digital and Research (CMO D&R) to embed digital solutions in clinical service delivery as we continue on our mission to be a digital leader within the NHS.
Key Attributes
- An inspirational leader who can drive transformational change, who is values driven and inspires collaborative ways of working, with the skills to ensure we make the most of all of the opportunities provided by our integration and closer system-working.
- A track record of developing the talent of our medical workforce and our clinical services, maximising capital development, delivering high-quality, clinically safe, and financially sustainable services and continuing our recovery from the pandemic.
- Expert clinical leadership to flourish, inspiring others through your actions, employing your proven track record of visible, credible and effective medical leadership.
Applications should consist of a full curriculum vitae detailing your career and achievements, as well as a supporting statement which addresses the role description and person specification. Please email your application to:
Working Pattern: 37.5 hours across Monday to Friday.
Interview Date: Shortlisting and confirmation to candidates: Wednesday 19th February 2025 Final Panel and Stakeholder interviews: Week commencing Monday 3rd March 2025.
For further information please contact: Emily Simpson Executive and Specialist Recruitment Lead on or email;
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.
This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.
Looking after you is important to us.
We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.
If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.
You will also have access to other benefits including:
National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
Car lease schemes.
The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
Cycle to work scheme
These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.
Person Specification General Requirements- See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description
- See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer nameRoyal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
AddressRoyal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust