Job Description
Head of Clinical Services- Ophthalmology
£75,000 - £90,000
Bristol (Multi-site)
We are recruiting for a Head of Clinical Services to join a leading ophthalmology provider across multiple Bristol sites.
Reporting to the Clinical Directors, you will lead clinical strategy, governance and operational delivery, ensuring high standards of patient care and regulatory compliance. You will oversee multidisciplinary teams, monitor clinical performance, and build strong relationships with NHS and ICB stakeholders.
Duties
* Lead the development and implementation of clinical protocols, standards and training programmes
* Oversee professional registration, CPD compliance and audit readiness in line with CQC, NHS and ICB standards
* Contribute to Clinical Governance processes and represent the organisation at relevant industry forums
* Monitor clinical KPIs and patient outcomes, leading continuous improvement initiatives
* Drive adoption of advanced diagnostic technologies including OCT, biometry and glaucoma pathways
* Oversee all planned outpatient clinical activity across multiple sites
* Manage and develop a large multidisciplinary clinical team
* Build and maintain relationships with ICBs, NHS Trusts, Health Boards and Primary Care stakeholders
Essential:
* GOC registered Optometrist
* 10+ years post-qualifi...