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Full-time · Hybrid

Director of Clinical Operations

This is a high-level national leadership role that uniquely combines operational strategy with independent clinical governance oversight. It is a pivotal position for ensuring consistency and safety across a diverse portfolio of specialist healthcare services. The role is perfect for a seasoned healthcare executive looking to drive meaningful transformation within a fixed-term maternity cover.

AM Healthcare Group · Abingdon, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom · Posted 21 April 2026

The role

Overview

This is a high-level national leadership role that uniquely combines operational strategy with independent clinical governance oversight. It is a pivotal position for ensuring consistency and safety across a diverse portfolio of specialist healthcare services. The role is perfect for a seasoned healthcare executive looking to drive meaningful transformation within a fixed-term maternity cover.

What they need

Requirements & Skills

Key Responsibilities

  • Drive national consistency in clinical service delivery and operational efficiency
  • Oversee patient safety incidents, investigations, and clinical audit schedules
  • Develop and implement standard operating models and clinical documentation
  • Lead workforce development initiatives, including competency frameworks and recruitment
  • Bridge the gap between clinical teams and commercial/IT departments

Essential

  • Extensive background managing healthcare services across multiple regional or national locations
  • Proven track record of leading large-scale standardization and service improvement initiatives
  • Deep understanding of clinical governance, patient safety protocols, and regulatory assurance
  • Degree-level qualification (Level 6) or equivalent professional experience
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development
  • Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to translate quality data into performance improvements

Preferred

  • Current registration with a recognized healthcare professional body
  • Specialist experience in rehabilitation, wheelchair services, or prosthetics/orthotics
  • Formal training in audit methodologies or quality improvement frameworks
  • Specific qualification in patient safety incident response (PSIRF)
  • Experience managing service mobilizations, integrations, or organizational transformations

Key Skills

Strategic Clinical LeadershipOperational ManagementClinical Governance OversightWorkforce Development & TrainingStakeholder ManagementData Interpretation & ReportingChange ManagementRegulatory Compliance

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Perks

Benefits & perks

  • Competitive market-aligned salary
  • Generous holiday allowance starting at 33 days (including bank holidays)
  • Incremental holiday increases up to 38 days based on tenure
  • Enhanced Family Leave and Pay packages
  • Refer a Friend financial incentive scheme
  • Formal employee recognition programs
  • Support for continuing professional development (CPD)

Next step

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