Head of Operations for Critical Care, Anaesthetics and Theatres
Job Description
Job title: Head of Operations for Critical Care, Anaesthetics and Theatres
Company: NHS
Job description: The Head of Operations is responsible for Operational Management of Theatres, Anaesthetics, Pain Management and Critical Care services on a Trustwide basis within the Care Group. This post is accountable to the Managing Director to ensure that the Care Group delivers on Trust key performance objectives for non-elective and planned care.The predominant responsibilities of the role will be to lead the development of the Care Group, ensuring that the intended outcomes for quality, performance, finance, workforce, transformation and collaborative system working are delivered.Main duties of the jobThe Head of Operations is responsible for the operational management of Theatres, Anaesthetics, Pain Management, Vascular Access and Critical Care services on a Trustwide basis. The position requires the following attributes to be evidenced: Senior operational manager/clinician with experience of elective, acute and non-elective care: to have significant experience of Elective care systems and also to have been employed in a site/patient flow role or have commensurate senior operational management experience in an acute NHS provider hospital setting.About usWe are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with fivehospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is ‘great healthcare from great people’. Everything we do is guided by our values: ‘People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference’. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called ‘We care’. It’s about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We’re looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.Please note that if you require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK you must declare this on your application form, even if you currently have a certificate of sponsorship or a work permit for another role and are already working in the country. Please note we are only able to sponsor candidates on a Skilled Worker Visa applying for roles Band 5 and above.Date posted25 October 2024Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 8cSalaryDepending on experience per annumContractPermanentWorking patternFull-time, Flexible workingReference number344-6711SACJob locationsKent & Canterbury HospitalEthelbert RoadCanterburyCT1 3NGJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download.If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download.If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.Person SpecificationQualifications and TrainingEssential
- Masters or demonstration of equivalent substantial continuing professional development.
- Management qualification or relevant experience
Desirable
- Qualification in management coaching or improvement
Skills & ExperienceEssential
- Substantial experience of senior management in a relevant healthcare provider, in a multi- disciplinary environment
- Experience of developing and/or sustaining a culture consistent with Trust values
- Proven track record of management of budgets, including development of cost efficiencies, income generation, capital planning and value for money service developments
- Track record of achievement of objectives, including delivery of performance objectives
- Experience of influencing at senior level within and across organisations to develop services and improve performance
GovernanceEssential
- Commitment to implementation and strengthening of clinical governance.
- Extensive knowledge of clinical audit, Research and development and evidence-based practice
Personal/Professional attributesEssential
- Environmental and political awareness. Excellent written and verbal communications, Interpersonal and influence skills High analytical and numeracy skills. High level of self-awareness and openness to self-improvement.
Other requirementsEssential
- Able to function in a multi-professional environment Ability to cope under pressure and work to ambitious deadlines Self-motivated, energetic and flexible, with well- developed interpersonal skills Personal resilience, self- awareness, determination to succeed
Person SpecificationQualifications and TrainingEssential
- Masters or demonstration of equivalent substantial continuing professional development.
- Management qualification or relevant experience
Desirable
- Qualification in management coaching or improvement
Skills & ExperienceEssential
- Substantial experience of senior management in a relevant healthcare provider, in a multi- disciplinary environment
- Experience of developing and/or sustaining a culture consistent with Trust values
- Proven track record of management of budgets, including development of cost efficiencies, income generation, capital planning and value for money service developments
- Track record of achievement of objectives, including delivery of performance objectives
- Experience of influencing at senior level within and across organisations to develop services and improve performance
GovernanceEssential
- Commitment to implementation and strengthening of clinical governance.
- Extensive knowledge of clinical audit, Research and development and evidence-based practice
Personal/Professional attributesEssential
- Environmental and political awareness. Excellent written and verbal communications, Interpersonal and influence skills High analytical and numeracy skills. High level of self-awareness and openness to self-improvement.
Other requirementsEssential
- Able to function in a multi-professional environment Ability to cope under pressure and work to ambitious deadlines Self-motivated, energetic and flexible, with well- developed interpersonal skills Personal resilience, self- awareness, determination to succeed
