Clinical Manager
| Posting date: | 31 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Negotiable |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 14 April 2026 |
| Location: | Salisbury, SP2 8BJ |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | E0382-26-0000 |
Summary
1. Job purpose To be the clinical team lead for Odstock Medical Limiteds Functional Electrical Stimulation Service. This comprises being the clinical lead for the Physiotherapy team located at the National Clinical FES Centre in Salisbury, as well as providing leadership for all clinicians delivering FES treatment on behalf of OML. The role also incorporates responsibility for Service development and ownership for Clinical Governance across the FES service, both in Salisbury and remotely. 2. Duties and responsibilities Clinical Leadership requirements Direct line management of OMLs employed team of specialist physiotherapists, based in Salisbury and remotely. Indirect leadership to OMLs employed clinical scientists & engineers who provide clinical treatment. Indirect leadership to OMLs Satellite clinic contracted specialist physiotherapists. Indirect leadership to OMLs Outreach specialist physiotherapists. Support other health professionals in the use of FES treatments when required. Operational Close working with Clinical Operations team to ensure. Salisbury and Satellite clinics operate efficiently to maintain patient pathways and other activities e.g., incorporating research appointments. Patient funding policies and processes are understood and processed in a timely manner. Patient clinical records are kept up to date in line with legal / regulatory requirements and best practice. Sufficient clinical resources are available to meet patient pathway requirements. The Clinical service is evaluated by initiating and participating in clinical audit appropriate to the complex nature of each clinical area. Identify opportunities for improvement in Ways of Working, systems and processes. Oversight of Outreach clinic and clinician standards, development and resources. Coordinate physiotherapist attendance at external events, customer visits, Satellite clinics, training courses and onsite FES support sessions. FES clinical placements. Manage requests from clinicians wishing to visit OML clinics. Responsibility for ensuring budgeted expenses for the clinical service are managed efficiently. Service Development Seek ways to improve the patient experience and maximise clinic effectiveness through continuous improvement. Oversight of the development of Paediatric Services. Co-ordinate clinical input to proposed research and new product development projects as and when required. Clinical Governance Responsibility for understanding and communication of OMLs clinical Governance. Ownership for maintaining and updating OMLs clinical Governance structure. Ensure appropriate competency programmes are up to date and developed as necessary. Ensure new clinicians complete the competency programmes. Develop competencies for other FES applications, as necessary. Develop competency programmes for Satellite & Outreach clinics and monitor. Coordinate regular clinical audit programme for Satellite and Outreach clinics / clinicians. Lead regular clinical Governance meetings. Responsibility for all statutory / regulatory incident reporting processes. Research and new product development Ensure clinical support is integrated into Research projects and initiatives which explore applications of FES and increase the FES evidence-base. New Product Development projects. Regulatory requirements. Continuous Professional Development (CPD) Through individual review and in accordance with the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy standards of continuing professional development maintain and develop the teams relevant knowledge and clinical skills. To provide clinical review and input on existing and new clinical strategies as part of OMLs senior management team including the development of OMLs clinical services & resources. Communication and working relationships This position reports to the Managing Director and is a member of the OML Leadership team. There is a requirement for close working across the OML Leadership team and broader organisation. Close relationships should be formed with NHS Service leads delivering FES. The post-holder will be required to communicate professionally with patients, clinicians and other healthcare professionals to support the clinical and teaching activities of the company. The post-holder will work both independently and as part of a team as appropriate. 3. Dimensions Line manage and provide leadership of the Physiotherapy team. Staff management - Physiotherapists and co-ordinate the clinical diary for Clinical Scientists/Engineers providing clinical treatment. To further develop the Clinical services. Departmental audits. Working with the Research team developing FES based research. NPD input to identify, develop and assess new technology and its applications. Key Relationships Managing Director, Clinical Director, Clinical Operations Controller, Head of New Product Development (NPD), Specialist Physiotherapists, Clinical Scientists and Biomedical Engineers, Orthotists, Consultants, ICBs, Voluntary sector, Patients, Carers, Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust - Department of Clinical Science and Engineering. Qualifications HCPC registered. Required experience Leadership Experience of leading a clinical team. Ability to lead, motivate and inspire others. Ability to delegate and prioritise. Experience of working in a cross functional matrix environment. Adaptable and flexible approach. Ability to manage and effect change in a complex environment. Planning and development of clinical services and educational programmes encouraging evidence-based practice. Clinical and professional Evidence of implementation of best practice and / or clinical service development. Experience of clinical governance management. Personal Excellent communication and presentation skills. Able to manage time effectively and efficiently. Strong team player. Education and training Evidence of continuing professional development. Other Proficient with using Microsoft applications. Proficient in using an electronic patient management system. Understanding of commercial activities / practices. Understanding of NHS and private treatment funding. Interest / involvement in Research.