Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to support the Diagnostics Division, as a Histopathology Service Unit Manager within Pathology service. The post will be predominantly based at Broomfield , working across the MSE with other Pathology colleagues. We are looking for a person with recent and robust NHS operational experience. This is a full time position with responsibility for delivery on a number of overarching Histopathology performance target which span the Division. These will include, but are not restricted to, a focus on Cancer and Urgent performance and the TAT delivery, staff engagement and communication, workforce planning, oversight on delivery of the Divisions financial efficiency target and working closely with externally provided data (GIRFT, Model Hospital, NHSE Reginal Histopathology recovery PQAD etc) to drive service improvement.
There is a fantastic team ethos within surgery Division for you to develop and learn new skills for an informal chat please do contact us to discuss in confidence. The roles will work closely with the General Manager within Surgery and the Deputy Director of Operations for Surgery to develop and implement recovery plans.
Main duties of the job
As a Service Manager, you will be responsible for a range of clinical specialities across the service. Alongside the management team, you will be responsible for managing and developing services delivered across the Directorate.
You will be operationally responsible for the day to day running of the service, and will be required to monitor national performance targets specific to ensure they are achieved, and ensure corrective action is taken when necessary.
Monitor all Laboratory and Admin staffing daily and escalate where necessary and issues which can not be addressed locally.
You will work closely with colleagues across both MSE and with our Pathology Partner Pathology First in to ensure that pathways are optimised for both urgent and routine testing.
About us
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest in the country, with a workforce of approximately 15,000 who serve a population of 1.2 million people.
We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best, to achieve this we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook - if you are dynamic, forward-thinking and enthusiastic we want you to join us.
We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description, but some of the responsibilities include
- Continue to improve Turnaround times and establish effective monitoring systems, taking corrective action in conjunction with Laboratory and Clinical staff.
- Assist in reviewing demand and capacity planning on a regular basis, ensuring compliance with local and national targets and continuous improvement.
- In conjunction with Clinical Lead ensure that staff rotas are adequate and take corrective action when required. Ensure that rotas are planned and take into consideration current vacancy/recruitment status.
- Actively engage in and lead Communication Huddles and use them as a catalyst to promote a culture of continuous quality improvement.
- Develop and support the deployment of standard operating procedures to reinforce the agreed standard ways of working.
- Highlight and report any areas of over or under performance and act as appropriate.
- Responsible for ensuring observation of Professional Codes of Conduct, Health and Safety at Work regulations, Data Protection Act, and the Code of Practice.
- Responsible for reviewing and updating departmental policies and protocols to ensure compliance with the Trusts and Department of Health requirements.
- Ensure that there are adequate Governance procedures in place and that any concerns are addressed and/or escalated as appropriate.
- Participate in the Senior Manager calls and performance and assurance boards.
- Monitor TAT and report on variances, present analysis of trends, proposing ideas for future service improvements.
- The post holder will be expected to undertake service improvement and transformation projects across the service and to work closely with colleagues to review services and delivery of care.
- The post holder will be responsible for managing a delegated budget in accordance with SFIs.
- The post holder will deputise for the other Service Unit Managers within the Directorate as required.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description, but some of the responsibilities include
- Continue to improve Turnaround times and establish effective monitoring systems, taking corrective action in conjunction with Laboratory and Clinical staff.
- Assist in reviewing demand and capacity planning on a regular basis, ensuring compliance with local and national targets and continuous improvement.
- In conjunction with Clinical Lead ensure that staff rotas are adequate and take corrective action when required. Ensure that rotas are planned and take into consideration current vacancy/recruitment status.
- Actively engage in and lead Communication Huddles and use them as a catalyst to promote a culture of continuous quality improvement.
- Develop and support the deployment of standard operating procedures to reinforce the agreed standard ways of working.
- Highlight and report any areas of over or under performance and act as appropriate.
- Responsible for ensuring observation of Professional Codes of Conduct, Health and Safety at Work regulations, Data Protection Act, and the Code of Practice.
- Responsible for reviewing and updating departmental policies and protocols to ensure compliance with the Trusts and Department of Health requirements.
- Ensure that there are adequate Governance procedures in place and that any concerns are addressed and/or escalated as appropriate.
- Participate in the Senior Manager calls and performance and assurance boards.
- Monitor TAT and report on variances, present analysis of trends, proposing ideas for future service improvements.
- The post holder will be expected to undertake service improvement and transformation projects across the service and to work closely with colleagues to review services and delivery of care.
- The post holder will be responsible for managing a delegated budget in accordance with SFIs.
- The post holder will deputise for the other Service Unit Managers within the Directorate as required.
Person Specification
Registered with the Health Professions Council. FIBMS or Masters or above equivalent
Essential
- at least 4 years post graduate experience in as a senior or manager
- 4 year
Desirable
- Enhanced knowledge and experience of dealing with and resolving analytical problems in service performance
- Awareness in scientific development and modern technology in Histopathology
Experience
Essential
- Experience of demand and capacity and activity planning
- Experience of financial management, budget setting, monitoring and determining corrective action.
- Experience developing and implementing business and service development plans.
- Ability to analyse and interpret complex and detailed information.
Desirable
- Experience working within several sub Specialties
- NHS experience
Communication
Essential
- Good communication and influencing skills. Strong, participative and supportive management style.
- Experience of managing staff, including setting of team objectives, team and individual appraisal, recruitment and disciplinary issues
Person Specification
Registered with the Health Professions Council. FIBMS or Masters or above equivalent
Essential
- at least 4 years post graduate experience in as a senior or manager
- 4 year
Desirable
- Enhanced knowledge and experience of dealing with and resolving analytical problems in service performance
- Awareness in scientific development and modern technology in Histopathology
Experience
Essential
- Experience of demand and capacity and activity planning
- Experience of financial management, budget setting, monitoring and determining corrective action.
- Experience developing and implementing business and service development plans.
- Ability to analyse and interpret complex and detailed information.
Desirable
- Experience working within several sub Specialties
- NHS experience
Communication
Essential
- Good communication and influencing skills. Strong, participative and supportive management style.
- Experience of managing staff, including setting of team objectives, team and individual appraisal, recruitment and disciplinary issues
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).
