Job Description
Position - Clinical Manager | Ophthalmology
Salary - £48,000 - £53,000 per annum
Location - Southampton
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Clinical Manager to lead the day-to-day delivery of a busy ophthalmology service. This role combines clinical leadership, patient care oversight, and support for operational and quality performance.
You will lead and develop the clinical team, working closely with the Clinical Services Director and consultants to ensure safe, effective, patient-centred care. You will also support clinical governance, CQC compliance, and continuous improvement across multiple sites.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead safe, high-quality patient care across the service
* Provide clinical leadership and support to the nursing/clinical team
* Work with consultants to ensure effective patient pathways
* Support clinical governance, audits, and CQC compliance
* Contribute to incident reporting and quality improvement
* Ensure accurate clinical documentation and GDPR compliance
* Support pre- and post-operative patient care and advice
* Assist with clinical scheduling, patient flow, and service coordination
* Support training, onboarding, supervision, and appraisals
* Promote infection prevention, health & safety, and COSHH compliance
* Maintain effective communication across patients, staff, and stakeholders
About You
* Registered General Nurse with current NMC registration
* Minimum 1-year post-qualification experience
* Previous leadership or supervisory experience
* Strong communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills
* Proactive, adaptable, and committed to high-quality patient care
* Willing to travel between sites
Skills & Experience
Essential
* NMC-registered Registered General Nurse
* Understanding of NMC Code and CQC requirements
* Strong Leadership Skills
* Someone who can navigate and drive cultural transformation
* Experience in a healthcare or clinical setting
* Strong IT skills (Microsoft Office)
* Experience leading or supervising staff
Desirable
* Ophthalmology experience, qualification or training
* Knowledge of clinical governance and audit processes
For an informal conversation, contact Ben Cotton on 02392 417 102/ 07807 688 963 or email bcotton@compassltd.co.uk