Job summary
An exciting opportunity exists within the Surgery Directorate to lead and manage the performance and business of the Prosthetic, Orthotic, Environmental Control and Wig services. The post holder will work as a key member of services leadership teams working with clinical colleagues to develop and deliver high quality care for patients.
The Dorset Prosthetics Centreprovides Prosthetic services to patients of all ages with limb loss. We offer a range of prosthetic options to meet the needs of patients with upper and lower limb loss and multiple limb loss.
We offer services pre-and post natal, pre and post amputation, for patients who may be non limb wearing but have amputation related problems, and for those patients wanting a second opinion.
Main duties of the job
The post holder also a Senior Manager within the Surgery Directorate Management Team and as such will work to meet the objectives of both the Directorate and Care Group while supporting the Trust's overall vision, values and strategy.
The post holder is accountable for the direct delivery of three distinct services: Prosthetics, Orthotics and Environmental Controls, providing highly specialist services for the rehabilitation, treatment and equipment provision to patients with severe and complex disability. Services are delivered on trust premises and in the community.
Work with Commissioners in the CCG, Area Team and NHS England to provide services that meet the agreed national and local specification and CQINN targets and to provide information to the Trust regarding compliance with CQUINN targets and quality initiatives.
Manage the Prosthetic and Orthotic contract on behalf of the trust ensuring that services meet Trust standards, and that the provider adheres to the agreed contract and the Trust policies and procedures.
About us
Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues.
UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.
This means that some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have about this at interview.
Please note if the role or service is relocated as part of a planned move, employees will not be eligible for excess mileage reimbursement. Travel from the postholder's home to the new work base will be considered a normal commute. Any other changes not related to this relocation will be managed according to the relevant Trust or National terms and conditions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Lead and manage the Prosthetics Service providing highly specialist artificial limbs to patients with limb loss. The service is a regional service commissioned by NHS England and patients attend from all of Dorset, South Wiltshire, and West Hampshire. Patients can attend from anywhere in England by request. There are 32 prosthetic centres in England.
Lead and manage the Orthotics Service providing Orthotic devices for patients in the east of Dorset and the West of Hampshire. This service is commissioned by Dorset ICB.
Manage the Environmental Control service which is a regional service Commissioned by NHS England providing highly specialist technology to assist patients with life threatening and terminal conditions to manage their environment and maintain their independence for as long as possible in their own homes or in care.
Lead the contract for wig provision working with other departments e.g. Dermatology and Oncology to provide the timely provision of wigs to patients following hair loss.
Lead and manage a multidisciplinary team of Trust staff consisting of a Clinical Scientist, Clinical Technologists, Specialist Nurse, Highly Specialist Occupational Therapist, Highly Specialist Physiotherapist, Counsellor, Podiatrist, and administration staff delivering highly specialist services and equipment to patients with highly complex medical conditions.
Manage the contract with the private company who provides the manufacturing and provision of Prosthetic and Orthotic devices liaising on a daily basis to ensure that the service is delivered to a high standard.
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further details
Job description
Job responsibilities
Lead and manage the Prosthetics Service providing highly specialist artificial limbs to patients with limb loss. The service is a regional service commissioned by NHS England and patients attend from all of Dorset, South Wiltshire, and West Hampshire. Patients can attend from anywhere in England by request. There are 32 prosthetic centres in England.
Lead and manage the Orthotics Service providing Orthotic devices for patients in the east of Dorset and the West of Hampshire. This service is commissioned by Dorset ICB.
Manage the Environmental Control service which is a regional service Commissioned by NHS England providing highly specialist technology to assist patients with life threatening and terminal conditions to manage their environment and maintain their independence for as long as possible in their own homes or in care.
Lead the contract for wig provision working with other departments e.g. Dermatology and Oncology to provide the timely provision of wigs to patients following hair loss.
Lead and manage a multidisciplinary team of Trust staff consisting of a Clinical Scientist, Clinical Technologists, Specialist Nurse, Highly Specialist Occupational Therapist, Highly Specialist Physiotherapist, Counsellor, Podiatrist, and administration staff delivering highly specialist services and equipment to patients with highly complex medical conditions.
Manage the contract with the private company who provides the manufacturing and provision of Prosthetic and Orthotic devices liaising on a daily basis to ensure that the service is delivered to a high standard.
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further details
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy or Allied Health Professional Qualification.
- Management/Leadership qualification to post graduate diploma level
- Evidence of continued professional development
Desirable
- Master's degree or equivalent demonstrable experience within the setting
- Service Development qualification
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of two years' management experience in a clinical/operational environment which includes managing staff and influencing decisions
- Experience of effectively managing to defined operational targets and performance issues
- Management of current and future service needs within limited resources
- Tendering and procurement of goods/services, including use of the relevant legislation. Contract monitoring and management.
- Working as a Clinical Specialist in own professional field with evidence of high standards of working with patients with a wide variety of complex conditions.
Desirable
- Preparing business cases.
Technical Skills and competencies
Essential
- Able to report on complex performance management information
- Ability to lead, motivate and inspire teams and peers
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy or Allied Health Professional Qualification.
- Management/Leadership qualification to post graduate diploma level
- Evidence of continued professional development
Desirable
- Master's degree or equivalent demonstrable experience within the setting
- Service Development qualification
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of two years' management experience in a clinical/operational environment which includes managing staff and influencing decisions
- Experience of effectively managing to defined operational targets and performance issues
- Management of current and future service needs within limited resources
- Tendering and procurement of goods/services, including use of the relevant legislation. Contract monitoring and management.
- Working as a Clinical Specialist in own professional field with evidence of high standards of working with patients with a wide variety of complex conditions.
Desirable
- Preparing business cases.
Technical Skills and competencies
Essential
- Able to report on complex performance management information
- Ability to lead, motivate and inspire teams and peers
Desirable
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
