Head of Patient Access

Job Title - Head of Patient Access Hours per week-Full time - 37.5 hours per week Perm/Fixed Term-Permanent Salary- 58,972 - 68,525 per annum Closing date: 29.05.2024 Interview Date: 17.06.25024 This post may close early due to the high number of applications so you are advised to apply promptly. All correspondence for this vacancy will be sent by email please check your account regularly including your Junk and SPAM areas. A great and friendly place to work, so bring your passion, commitment and expertise and enjoy the opportunities to make a difference every day. Careers at George Eliot - 'Where you make a difference' Main duties of the job
The post holder will be a senior manager with responsibility for the operational management and business planning of the trust's cancer and patient access agenda.
The post holder will be responsible for ensuring services are delivered in line with relevant policies, protocols and guidance and will take a lead role in providing advice and guidance on patient and client access policies and procedures across the Trust.
The post holder will have responsibility for ensuring elective operational performance and the delivery of key performance targets and quality standards. The post-holder will work closely with the Associate/Chief Operating Officer and will provide direction to Directorate General Managers to ensure that all relevant performance and quality standards are met across the elective care and cancer pathways.
The post holder is responsible for the development of effective ways of working and the creation of strong partnerships and relationships with all stakeholders to support effective management of patient flow is critical to this position.
About usHere at George Eliot our vision to 'excel at patient care' takes centre stage. An ever evolving clinically-led acute service provider we are on a journey to continually provide high quality, safe and responsive services delivered by inspiring, friendly and compassionate staff who share our corporate values which underpin everything we do. Our values are not just words on a piece of paper, they bond us together, reflect our ambition and shape who we are: Effective Open Communication excellence and safety in everything we do Challenge but support Expect respect and dignity Local health that inspires confidence Benefits: On-site nursery, 27 days minimum annual leave plus bank holidays, cycle to work scheme, flexible working, extensive in-house course learning directory, buying and selling of annual leave, subsidised restaurant, tranquillity garden and generous subsidised on-site parking.Job descriptionJob responsibilities
The post-holder will need to problem-solve as appropriate, analysing and interpreting a range of highly complex data and then developing and implementing lasting solutions in conjunction with clinical and managerial colleagues. The post-holder will also be a key member of the operational management team, taking full responsibility for actions and for keeping other team members fully informed at all times.
The post-holder will be a key contributor to the development and implementation of the Trusts corporate strategy and will be responsible for actively supporting the delivery strategic change programmes and working effectively as part of an integrated system of care.
Please refer to the Job Description - NP1338 for further informationPerson SpecificationQualification(s) and Professional TrainingEssential
Master's Degree and/or equivalent senior management experience Evidence of continuous professional development
Desirable
Project Management (PRINCE 2)
Experience and KnowledgeEssential
Extensive management experience in a senior management role within the acute sector Proven record of financial management at senior level, delivering on complex budgets including reducing costs, monitoring and determining corrective action Proven track record of managing RTT, Cancer and Diagnostic targets Knowledge of recent policy developments in the NHS Significant experience of staff management, including setting of objectives, appraisals, recruitment and disciplinary issues Evidence of report writing and presentation skills, to include business cases and formal presentations aimed at the Trust board and external stakeholder level
Desirable
Successful delivery of cost improvement programmes
Skills and AbilitiesEssential
Proven leadership and team development skills Proven experience of developing own skills and knowledge and contributing to the development of others Ability to analyse and interpret complex situations as well as information Full range of IT skills including spread sheet analysis Excellent communication skills Experience of dealing with complex issues in an NHS acute organisation Ability to work pro-actively and collaboratively with senior managers and clinical staff, including at times of stress Minute taking skills
Desirable
Knowledge of Choose and Book (e-referral) system
Employer detailsEmployer nameGeorge Eliot Hospital NHS TrustAddressGeorge Eliot Hospital NHS Trust College Street | Warwickshire Nuneaton CV10 7DJAny attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. 230-43765101-CORP-A
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