Head of System Integration - INTERNAL ONLY
South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust
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Job summary
We are seeking to recruit a Head of System Integration (Clinical) which will be a high-profile system leader within the Trust. The successful postholder will display strong effective leadership, with the gravitas and confidence required to optimise services to our patients through building upon existing referral pathways for our clinicians.
The postholder will be a highly motivated registered clinician with a strong desire to further enhance our access to patient pathways and lead focused improvement in areas which will build upon the quality of experience for our patients and clinicians. Strong relationship/stakeholder management both internally and externally will be critical to the success of the postholder.
Shortlisted candidates will need to be available for a selection process in Exeter on the 2nd May.
Main duties of the job
Working across multiple directorates of the Trust, the Head of System Integration will play a vital role in working with system partners including but not limited to careco-ordination hubs,111 and Out of Hours providers and improving accessibility of alternative pathways in conjunction with the clinical team. Additionally, the post holder will be responsible for working closely to implement ITK/BARS into systems where it is not available and to optimise the safety and timeliness of referrals into other system partners.
The postholder will lead on the establishment of robust systems to monitor referrals within each ICS area, capturing attempted and successful referrals whilst also considering missed opportunities and develop collegiate plans to maximise clinically appropriate referrals.
About us
Working for us is an experience like no other. We provide emergency and urgent care, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, operating across the largest ambulance region in England and responding to an average of 2,650 incidents every day.
We remain committed to ensuring that we provide the best possible care for all our patients, which is reflected in our new five-year strategy which has continually improving patient care at its very core.
The role is based in Exeter, one of the most vibrant, attractive and historically interesting cities in England, with excellent transport links and a great mix of independent shops, cafes and bars.
If you embody our values of one team, compassionate and innovative and are looking to make a real difference to peoples' lives, then we would love to hear from you.
In return we will equip you with the skills and resources you need to thrive in your role.
You will have opportunities to progress to roles across the Trust and enjoy continuous professional development.
Benefits
- Competitive NHS salary
- A standard working week of 37.5 hours
- Holiday entitlements of 27 days per year, plus general and public holidays, rising to 29 days after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Pay enhancements for out of hours, shift and overtime working
- Generous Pension Scheme
- Career and salary progression
- Car leasing scheme
- Free parking across Trust sites
- Staff networks
- Wide range of discounts from various organisations across the UK
Date posted
10 April 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8b
Salary
£62,215 to £72,293 a year per annum (indicative)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
202-6942297
Job locations
Trust HQ
Sowton Industrial Estate
Exeter
EX2 7HY
Employer details
Employer name
South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Trust HQ
Sowton Industrial Estate
Exeter
EX2 7HY
Employer's website
https://www.swast.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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