Job responsibilities
The
post holder will provide both short and long term strategic, professional and
managerial leadership for all staff within the profession providing the
delivery of a Trust wide service and to other healthcare providers as
appropriate.
In
conjunction and collaboration with key senior managers and lead professionals
develop the strategic planning for professional and service development,
redesign and modernisation with emphasis on clinical governance, quality
assurance, risk management, staff management and workforce development
Managerially
accountable for a number of teams within one profession across all sites
including satellite units based in other Trusts, as relevant, and may manage
another profession/service if requested to do so.
As
part of the Adult Therapies CSUs Senior Team support the effective
functioning of the CSU and the communication both within the CSU and across
the Trust.
The
post holder will provide and ensure effective liaison and partnership working
with key organisations e.g. Social Services, Leeds Community Health and Leeds
Commissioners.
Lead
on professional matters relating to the specific profession in keeping with
guidance from the Health Professions Council and professional bodies.
Provide
the professional advice for strategic development, service change and
modernisation as a result of national and local priorities.
Be
responsible for delivery of safe and evidence-based clinical services to
patients within this profession.
Be
responsible for the effective and efficient use of all relevant resources
including staff, revenue and capital equipment across all sites.
As
guided by the Lead AHP interpret health policy and strategy as it relates to
the profession and use it to inform and guide future strategy, policy
development and implementation in the CSU.
As
the delegated budget holder, be responsible for control of all budgets in
your remit.
Work
with relevant partners including university education providers to provide
quality assured clinical placement training for students within the
profession.
In
liaison as appropriate with LTHTs Research and Innovation department,
develop audit and research within the relevant profession to ensure a safe
and evidence based service to patients.
JOB DIMENSIONS
To
provide professional advice to the Trust on complex clinical, ethical, legal
and service issues relating to practice.
To
provide effective and visible leadership for the profession.
To
work with colleagues to develop the AHP research strategy to inform practice,
education and policy in relation to improving patient care and delivery.
Be
responsible for and manage all aspects of clinical governance, strategic and
business planning, devolved financial management and human resource
management for the specific profession and any other services within the
remit of the post.
KNOWLEDGE,
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Qualifications
Degree/post
graduate diploma or equivalent
Attendance
on relevant specialist accredited postgraduate courses at masters level or
equivalent demonstrable experience
Health
and Care Professions Council ( HCPC ) Registrant
Experience
Considerable
Clinical and managerial experience within the profession.
Working
knowledge of appraisal, research, clinical audit and standard setting
Working
with a wide range of senior professionals including medical, nursing, therapy
and management colleagues and also outside agencies
Management
and leadership of a diverse team in terms of clinical specialty, location and
skill mix
Record
of successful change management
Skills
Ability
to communicate effectively within university and multi professional teams at
all levels.
Ability
to make decisions, prioritise, organise, allocate and delegate work
appropriately.
Ability
to teach, supervise and assess qualified, unqualified staff and students.
Managerial
and clinical leadership skills
Financial
management skills including budgetary control
Excellent
change management skills
Skills
in interpreting complex multi-stranded professional, clinical and business
issues within the service
Proactive
in strategic and operational planning and management
Maintains
core professional skills.
Knowledge
Knowledge
of NHS strategies and Health Care Standards appropriate to the role.
Understanding
of all relevant current professional issues
In
depth knowledge of Standards of Professional Practice
Health
Service Management Strategies e.g. human resources, finance, strategic
planning.
Working
knowledge of the relevant NHS and
Trust strategies.
In
depth knowledge of the undergraduate and postgraduate education agenda within
the profession.
Knowledge
of clinical governance, quality of care and implementation of evidence based
clinical practice within your remit
Personal
Attributes
Professional
and patient focused
Flexible,
adaptable, capable of lateral thinking
Good
interpersonal skills
Ability
to work independently or as part of a team.
The following are core values which relate specifically to this post:
As
a manager and departmental head the post holder is required to deal with
individuals and other departments in a spirit of co-operation and
openness. The highest standards of
integrity are expected in all interactions and communications.
The
Trust expects the Head of Profession to demonstrate the highest standards of
care for patients, visitors and staff.
These include trustworthiness, careful attention to the individual and
specific needs of those in their care, and an approach that values.
CORE BEHAVIOURS AND SKILLS
Effective
people management
Effective
teaching skills with the ability to use various media
Effective
communication and time management skills
Team
player
Professional
approach
Research
conscious
Clinical
expertise
Proven
track record regarding ability to create lead and manage change successfully.
CORE KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING
An
understanding of the organisational structure and working practices of the
organisation to facilitate the provision of high quality therapy services to
specialist areas.
To
have a relevant working knowledge of general health, organisational and
occupational policies e.g. those set by the Professional Body, the Health
Professions Council and National Institute for Clinical Excellence, and in
conjunction with the Lead AHP and General Manager interpret and implement
across the service within your remit.
Knowledge
of project planning and implementation
PRINCIPAL DUTIES & AREAS OF
RESPONSIBILITY
Strategic
Development and Leadership
In
conjunction and collaboration with key senior managers and other lead
professionals develop the strategic direction of the profession and service
across the Trust in line with national and local priorities proposing and
implementing policies in the service
Ensure
the successful delivery of national and local priorities as set out in the
corporate and CSU objectives
As
guided by the Lead AHP and General Manager interpret national and local
policies and identify the implications for the service within your remit in
the context of a whole systems approach.
Work
in close collaboration and partnership with service leads, managers and
representatives. Promote an integrated and coherent approach to the
development of the service across the Trust and facilitate improvements in
line with best clinical and professional practice.
Establish
a whole systems approach to service improvements, maintaining an up to date
knowledge of key issues and priorities within the profession.
Ensure
the effective development of interdisciplinary and interagency working within
your remit.
Formulate,
produce and implement business plans/cases for the service within the
framework of local and national priorities.
Interpret
National Service Frameworks and NICE Guidance, applicable to the service and
ensure these comply with the patient and public involvement strategy.
Work
in partnership with CSU colleagues in service redesign and service
improvement, to ensure options for the service within your remit are based on
the analysis of information such as clinical practice, skill mix, activity,
and resources.
Employ
change management tools to facilitate service development and where
appropriate monitor and evaluate their impact.
Take
an active role in the public health agenda and support practitioners to be
involved in public health initiatives to reduce health inequalities e.g.
falls prevention and chronic disease management programmes.
Contribute
to identifying the requirements of the service within your remit in relation
to estates plans.
Provide
leadership and mentorship to senior therapy personnel.
Deputise
for the and/or Lead AHP as necessary.
To
represent the CSU and/or lead on Trust and city wide Committees and National
Groups, as agreed by the General Manager. Taken out examples
To
represent the profession on regional and national Working Committees as
agreed by the General Manager.
Workforce
Development
Take
the lead role in workforce development of the profession, strengthening the
core skills and key roles of all grades of personnel within the service.
Influence
key Allied Health Professionals, eg Professional Bodies regarding the
learning and development needs of professionals at postgraduate and
undergraduate level, preparing workforce-planning data as required for the
service within your remit.
