FAQs
What is the main focus of the Clinical Governance Coordinator role?
The main focus of the Clinical Governance Coordinator role is to support the Care Group in developing, monitoring, and maintaining processes for clinical governance, including patient safety, clinical effectiveness, quality improvement, and risk management.
What qualifications or experience are required for this position?
Candidates should have knowledge and experience of patient safety and clinical effectiveness in an acute NHS environment, and familiarity with PSIRF, regulatory compliance, NICE, audit, clinical effectiveness, and risk management is required.
What key skills are important for the Clinical Governance Coordinator?
Important skills include excellent organizational abilities, effective communication, IT proficiency, and the ability to manage complex data processes and databases.
Where will the Clinical Governance Coordinator be based?
The post holder will be based at either York or Scarborough Hospital, though some cross-site support will be required.
What type of professional would be ideal for this position?
An ideal candidate would be a dynamic, experienced professional with a passion for patient safety and quality care, who can work proactively and use their own initiative.
What benefits are offered to staff in this role?
Staff receive benefits such as access to the NHS Pension Scheme, 27 to 33 days of holiday, various types of leave, 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme support, NHS Car Lease and Cycle to Work schemes, learning and development opportunities, and discounts on various services.
How can I get more information about the role?
For further details or informal visits, you can contact Georgia Hegarty-Ditton, Clinical Governance Facilitator/Manager, at georgia.hegarty-ditton1@nhs.net or call 01904 726824.