Associate Director of Operations - Surgery & Critical Care (NHS AfC: Band 8d) - Surgery and Cri[...]

Employer
The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
The Princess Alexandra Hospital
Town
Harlow
Salary
£85,582 - £98,387 per annum inclusive of high cost area supplement
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
12/05/2024 23:59
Associate Director of Operations - Surgery & Critical CareNHS AfC: Band 8dThe Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) provides a full range of general acute, outpatient and diagnostic services at The Princess Alexandra Hospital in Harlow, the Herts and Essex Hospital in Bishop’s Stortford, and St Margaret’s Hospital in Epping.Our valuesThe Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) promise to our patients, as identified by our three values which will contribute to improving our patients’ experiences, is:Patient at heart – Always holding the patient and their wellbeing at the centre of our thoughts and efforts.Everyday excellence – Sharing and celebrating our successes, being honest when we get it wrong, giving us the ability to learn from both.Creative collaboration – Knowing strength comes from diversity, we combine our experiences, skills and talents, working together to find new and better ways to care.Job overviewThePrincess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust(PAHT) is a dynamic and forward-thinking healthcare organisation committed to delivering exceptional care to our community. As we embark on our transformative journey, we are seeking an outstanding individual to join our team as theAssociate Director of Operations for Surgery and Critical Care.As the Associate Director of Operations, you will play a critical role in shaping the future of surgery and critical care services within our trust. You will work closely with clinical leaders, operational teams, and external partners to drive excellence, innovation, and patient-centred care.Main duties of the jobAs the Associate Director of Operations for Surgery and Critical Care, you will play a pivotal role in our journey toward excellence. This includes:Strategic leadership: Collaborate with the Divisional Director, Associate Director of Nursing and other senior leaders to develop and implement the division’s strategy. Your focus will be on optimising surgical pathways, enhancing critical care services, and ensuring seamless patient flow.Elective Hub Development: PAHT is actively developing anelective hubin partnership with our Integrated Care System (ICS). As the Associate Director, you will contribute to the design, implementation, and management of this hub, streamlining elective procedures and improving patient access.Robotics in Healthcare: Our commitment to innovation extends to robotics within surgery and healthcare. Your role will involve exploring and implementing advanced robotic-assisted procedures, enhancing precision, and improving patient outcomes.Personal and professional development: We are dedicated to your growth. Whether it’s leadership training, skill enhancement, or exposure to innovative technologies, we’ll be there to support you at every stage of your journey.Performance management: Monitor key performance indicators, identify areas for improvement, and drive operational efficiency. You will collaborate with clinical teams to ensure high-quality care delivery.Working for our organisationThis is an exciting time for PAHT. Over the next five years we are on a digital transformation journey, leading us to ourbrand new hospital . You’ll be part of the team leading and supporting our organisation in a diverse and challenging role; a role which can make a significant difference to our patients, people and the future direction of our services.Our people demonstrate energy and commitment towards improving the care and experiences provided to our patients and the drive to be an ‘outstanding’ organisation.It’s never been a better time to join us.Detailed job description and main responsibilitiesThe key responsibilities of the Associate Director of Operations are: Assuring high quality care and compliance with associated standards
Meeting contractual and national performance requirements
Managing resources efficiently and within budget
Promoting a positive organisational culture which supports and develops staff and protects patients.
Contributing to the longer-term strategic planning, risk management and sustainability of the Trust and its services
Proactively manage the relationships with commissioners and partners including those at Place, and in the Integrated Care System. Person specificationExperience and knowledgeSignificant demonstrable experience of senior operational managementExperience of managing complex services and teams• Proven ability to manage change, service activity and development within complex organisationsQualificationsEducated to Masters level or significant management experienceEvidence of CPD plus postgraduate qualification or equivalent experienceWhat we can offer you:Full induction and onboarding process in our organisationFree car parking for our staffStructured pay scheme, including additional living supplement to your basic salaryMinimum 27 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time staff)Access to our Alex Lounge, our staff only rest area with free tea and coffeeAccess to NHS Pension schemeFlexible working options available, in line with our flexible working policyOnsite creche facilitiesAnnual appraisals with career pathwaysIn-house training coursesDiscounted hospital restaurantStaff health and wellbeing health services and complimentary health provisionOur Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all its employees. We welcome applications from anyone who meets the specific criteria of the post regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender reassignment, marital status, pregnancy, religion or belief or sexual orientation. Reasonable adjustments to the interview process can also be made for any candidates with a disabilityAll new colleagues joining PAHT will be subject to a probationary period of six monthsThe closing date given is a guide only. There may be some occasions where we have to close a vacancy once sufficient applications have been received. It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointmentOur Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and vulnerable adults. Offers of employment are subject to pre-employment NHS screening checksProviding false or misleading information or unsatisfactory pre-employment checks may result in the offer of a post being withdrawnEmployer certification / accreditation badgesThe postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Name
Jonathan Refson
Job title
Divisional Director
Email address
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Telephone number
01279 827823
Additional information
Stephanie Lawton, Chief Operating Officer, 01279 827823 or #####
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