Divisional Director - Surgery & Perioperative Care

Responsible to operationally deliver qualitative, high performing services across the Division to deliver services which are outstanding.To coordinate and prioritise the effective and efficient delivery of clinical services across the Division and the management of operational business on a day-to-day basis, meeting allnecessary standards of safety, quality, and patient access within agreed resources. To ensure there is a culture of continuous improvement and innovation in patient pathways and services.Provide clear guidance and support to the Division under the direction of the Trust's Chief Operating Officer, within a clear and effective accountability framework, in order to deliver the annual Operational Plan, National constitutional and Local standards of performance and ensure budget responsibilities are managed inclusive of income generation and growth and financial sustainability.Work with commissioners, system partners and NHSI to optimise delivery and improve patient pathways
whilst ensuring stability (and growth) of funding streams/income for the Trust.

Royal Cornwall Hospitals is the only Acute provider in Cornwall operating from three sites, Royal Cornwall Hospital, St Michael's Hospital and West Cornwall Hospital. The Trust provides services from satellite units such as the St Austell Surgical Hub. Our workforce provides high quality emergency, elective and specialist care across a range of clinical areas.

Leaders in our Trust are expected to lead with integrity, compassion and professionalism embracing the principles of facilitating colleagues to act with autonomy to deliver an outstanding experience for staff and patients with a focus on customer service.

Leadership qualities which embody high standards, leading by example and enabling colleagues to be creative in the pursuit of being a high performing organisation aspiring to operate in the top quartile nationally.

Leaders are expected to set the benchmark for staff in having a flexible approach to their availability given that our services operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Being a visible, accessible and approachable leader is essential and requires an on site presence., Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is at the heart of acute and specialist care for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We care for a population of around 470,000 people, a number that increases during visitor seasons. We employ around 6,700 staff, united by a shared commitment to deliver safe, high-quality care. We provide services across three main hospital sites, with around 780 inpatient beds:

Royal Cornwall Hospital in Truro

St Michael's Hospital in Hayle

West Cornwall Hospital in Penzance

As a teaching hospital, we're proud to work in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, the University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School, supporting the next generation of health professionals. We're committed to staying at the forefront of medical advance; investing in our people, developing our facilities, and expanding the specialist care we can offer locally so more patients can receive the care they need closer to home. We have a growing reputation for research and innovation that helps shape better care for the future. The Knowledge Spa, located on our Truro site, is a vibrant hub for medical, nursing and professional education across clinical and non-clinical roles. It plays a vital role in attracting, developing and retaining highly skilled teams.

We are driven by one clear ambition, Outstanding Care for One and All, care that's safe, kind and high-quality. We are RCHT.