General Manager - Ophthalmology, OMFS & ENT

Job summary

The post holder will be responsible for the effective leadership & management, service improvement, business development, strategy and non-clinical management input for Ophthalmology (inc community), OMFS & ENT Directorates. Particular emphasis on close working with the Professional Heads of Service and SDU leads to develop relationships with all stakeholders and improve Quality.

The post-holder will assist the Director, Deputy Director, SDU Leads, and Nursing Leads, by providing efficient and effective operational and general service management to services within the Directorate. Providing cancer related activities, ensuring that services are responsive, innovative and provided to the highest possible clinical and performance standards. They will also take forward projects to improve service delivery for both areas which include patient experience.

The post-holder will need to be a critical thinker and proactive problem solver and develop and implement lasting solutions in conjunction with clinical and managerial colleagues. They will also be a key member of the Care Group Management Team, taking full responsibility for actions and for keeping other team members fully always informed.

Main duties of the job

Provide management and leadership oversight to Ophthalmology, OMFS & ENT, under the Care Group of Surgery and Critical Care.

Plan and manage the implementation of projects to modernise services and to improve facilities and working practices to meet organisational and service delivery plans.

Lead on the development of specific staff engagement measures within the defined service areas, and support the implementation of the Care Groups Staff Survey and Engagement action plan, so that staff are able to contribute effectively to the achievement of objectives and targets

Monitor service improvement programmes and associated work streams that support specific patient pathways. Ensure collaborative partnership working with other NHS Trusts, CCGs and partners across the health economy, as required.

Identify cost pressures, service development and cost improvement plans.

About us

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What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?

• As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
• We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes.
• We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

Why work for us?

• We're committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
• As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
• Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.

What do we stand for?

• Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
• Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
• Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.

Employer details

Employer name

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Stoke Mandeville Hospital

Mandeville Road

Aylesbury

HP21 8AL

Employer's website

https://careers.buckshealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Stoke Mandeville Hospital

Mandeville Road

Aylesbury

HP21 8AL

Employer's website

https://careers.buckshealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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