Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Clinical Site Manager (CSM) will be responsible for the day to day operations in providing clinical leadership and responsibility for the safe management of patient flow pathways across the hospital over a 24-hour period. S/he is responsible for the management of the emergency and elective admission process across the organization, safe and appropriate patient placement, and the achievement of related standards. The post holder is accountable for the out of hours operations management of the hospital providing leadership and support to all wards, departments and clinicians. The duties include operational management of the hospital, implementing policies and procedures as required and providing support and advice to hospital employees. The CSM acts as the lead and point of contact during difficult and complex situations that require strong leadership to resolve, working autonomously, but with support and liaison with clinical and non-clinical managers and off-site managers. The post holder ensures the timely action and communication of all site issues ensuring services are maintained. S/he participates and coordinates with the organizational emergency response teams for fire, security, and other clinical / non-clinical emergencies. The CSM takes a lead role in the co-ordination and first line management of Major and Serious Incidents occurring out of hours as required.