About this role
Job summary
The Hospital Director will provide senior medical leadership for operational delivery across the Health Board, with a focus on the Urgent and Emergency Care (UEC) Improvement and Stabilisation Plan and Rapid Release Protocol
Main duties of the job
The Hospital Director will provide senior medical leadership for operational delivery across the Health Board, with a focus on the Urgent and Emergency Care (UEC) Improvement and Stabilisation Plan and Rapid Release Protocol
The Hospital Director will chair the Clinical Change Group and report progress to the UEC Programme Board.
The role will strengthen working between Corporate Medical, Operational and Divisional teams, supporting safe, effective and sustainable clinical pathways.
About us
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is a multi award-winning NHS organisation serving the communities of Gwent. With more than 15,000 staff and volunteers, we provide safe, high-quality, and compassionate care across hospitals, GP practices, community services, and mental health settings. As a University Health Board, research, education, and innovation are central to our work, supporting evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.
Our work is guided by the Gwent Strategy 2025-2035, which sets out our long-term ambition to create a fairer and healthier future for our population. We focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, and working in partnership with local authorities, voluntary organisations, and communities to improve health and wellbeing.
We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected, and able to develop. Our values of Kindness, Integrity, and Respect shape how we care for patients and how we treat one another.
We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities, flexible working where possible, and a comprehensive NHS benefits package. Working for ABUHB means being part of an organisation that values its people and offers the chance to build a meaningful and rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of others.
Job description Job responsibilities Leadership
Provide visible, credible clinical leadership for pathway redesign and service improvement.
Work with senior medical and clinical leaders to support joined-up, patient-centred care across service boundaries.
Promote a culture of continuous improvement and professional excellence.
Ensure improvement work maintains a clear focus on patient safety, clinical quality, access and experience.
Governance Oversee delivery of the UEC Improvement and Stabilisation Plan and Rapid Release Protocol.
Provide assurance on improvement work across Divisions and Health Board sites.
Identify and escalate risks, ensuring actions are agreed and monitored.
People Maintain clear accountability for delivery, escalation and assurance.
Demonstrate exemplary professionalism in communication with clinical teams, ensuring clarity, respect and credibility in all interactions.
Provide constructive challenge and professional advice.
Value and Sustainability Ensure improvement work supports quality, safety, value and financial sustainability.
Person Specification
Essential 1 Essential
oSubstantive Consultant, or equivalent, within ABUHB
Desirable
Medical leadership qualification.
Essential 2 Essential
oNo current GMC or local investigation; unrestricted practice.
Essential 3 Essential
oDivisional Director experience within last 2 years
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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UK Registration
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Employer details Employer name Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
Address Grange University Hospital
Cwmbran
NP44 8YN
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://abuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)