Health Services and Public Health Managers and Directors

Monitors and reports upon the state of public health and wellbeing.

Coordinates the promotion of public health and wellbeing in the actions and policies of public agencies and their social partners.

Monitors and reports upon the effectiveness of services with a view to improving the efficiency of health care provision.

Manages staff, including recruitment, appraisal and development.

Negotiates and manages contracts with providers and purchasers of health care services.

Uses statistical information to monitor performance and assist with planning.

Oversees the day-to-day management of the unit or service and provides leadership to staff.

Liaises with health care professionals to determine short and long-term needs and how to meet these objectives within budgetary constraints.

Implements policies of the board, ensures statutory procedures are followed, with particular emphasis on patient safety and the management of risk.