Deputy Medical Director – South Coast Hospitals

Clinical Lead for Anaesthesia – Surgical Centre, Portsmouth

Join Our Leadership Team and Shape the Future of Surgical Care

Are you an experienced senior clinician with a passion for leadership and service transformation? Do you have the vision and drive to influence healthcare delivery across multiple sites? If so, Practice Plus Group invites you to apply for the pivotal role of Deputy Medical Director at the Surgical Centre, Portsmouth, with responsibilities spanning across our South Coast Hospitals, including PPG Southampton.

About the Role

As Deputy Medical Director, you will join the Senior Management Team (SMT), working closely with the Medical Director and Hospital Director to lead clinical strategy, governance, and service excellence. You’ll provide strong medical leadership to the Surgical Centre workforce, ensuring the highest standards of patient-centred care, while driving collaboration and innovation between Portsmouth and Southampton sites.

This part-time role (2 days per week) includes additional clinical responsibilities (up to 4–5 days total commitment), offering a perfect balance of leadership and practice.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Deliver the clinical strategy and vision in partnership with the Medical Director
• Chair quality and governance meetings, championing clinical safety and continuous improvement
• Lead multidisciplinary teams in service transformation and quality initiatives
• Oversee medical workforce planning, job planning, and professional development
• Ensure compliance with national standards including GIRFT, JAG, and PROMS
• Shape culture and strategic vision across the Surgical Centre and wider PPG network
• Support operational and financial performance to strengthen commercial success
• Drive innovation and collaborative clinical networks across sites

What We’re Looking For

• GMC- specialist registered consultant with at least 5 years’ experience and leadership expertise
• Proven ability to inspire and command respect among clinical teams
• Strong track record in quality improvement and managing multidisciplinary teams
• Experience in governance, risk management, and delivering clinical excellence
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with a collaborative management style
• Ability to work effectively across multiple sites, balancing clinical and managerial duties

Desirable

• Management qualification (MBA or equivalent)
• Previous clinical director or medical lead experience
• Experience managing budgets and business planning

Why Join Us?

At Practice Plus Group, you’ll be part of an ambitious organisation dedicated to delivering outstanding healthcare with innovation and integrity. You’ll play a vital role shaping the future of surgical services on the South Coast, working with a dynamic team committed to excellence and patient care.

Apply Today

Take the next step in your career and become a driving force in clinical leadership. To explore this exciting opportunity and make a lasting impact on healthcare delivery, apply now.

If you would like to view the vacancy on our website, please use the link provided below:

Deputy Medical Director in Practice Plus Group Surgical Centre St Marys Portsmouth - Practice Plus Group