Job summary
We are seeking to appoint a Service Manager for Haematology at Swansea Bay University Health Board.
The Service Manager is responsible for the day to day operational issues within designated area of responsibility to ensure the department delivers on its key targets & priorities in a safe, sustainable and effective environment. The Service Manager will be required to interpret and implement national guideline to ensure effective delivery of clinical services within areas of responsibility.
You will be highly organised, enthusiastic, motivated and able to work closely with staff at all levels to ensure safe, efficient service delivery.
Main duties of the job
On behalf of the Assistant Divisional Manager the post holder is responsible for the day-to-day operational issues within designated area of responsibility to ensure the Delivery Unit delivers on its key targets and priorities in a safe, sustainable and effective environment.
The post holder will also support developing and implementing projects and business cases to improve cost, service delivery and patient experience to the key speciality areas and will ensure continuous improvement of performance and quality targets.
The post holder will provide timely, efficient and effective operational management support to the Assistant Divisional Manager to ensure that services are responsive and provided to the highest clinical and performance standards.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
We believe staff are our best asset and wewant you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse ordoctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - wehave a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placementsand volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show thatour commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery,with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for a detailed outline of the job requirements. This is available for you bilingually, in English and Welsh.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for a detailed outline of the job requirements. This is available for you bilingually, in English and Welsh.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Knowledge
Essential
- Recognised management qualification i.e. ISM
- Educated to Masters level or equivalent experience
- Service Improvement qualification (Bronze)
- Knowledge of change and development
Desirable
- Service Improvement qualification (Silver)
Experience
Essential
- Supervisory Experience
- Extensive previous experience of working with health finance systems
Desirable
- Proven track record of effective operational delivery
- Evidence of implementation of service changes and developments to ensure that legal, professional and service requirements are met
- Ability to work autonomously and equally effectively as part of a team
- Evidence of managing change and service planning capabilities
- Highly developed leadership, motivation negotiation and consultation skills
Aptitudes and abilities
Essential
- Full range of IT skills
- Excellent communication organisational skills. Innovative and well organised
- Ability to manage, motivate and develop team working.
- Excellent interpersonal and leadership qualities.
- Ability to plan and prioritise.
- Self-Study and development.
- Ability to concentrate frequently when under pressure and subject to interruptions.
Desirable
- Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh
Other
Essential
- Highly motivated and committed to the service.
- Ability to manage under pressure and multi task to achieve objectives.
- Ability to travel within geographical area.
- Able to work hours flexibly.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Knowledge
Essential
- Recognised management qualification i.e. ISM
- Educated to Masters level or equivalent experience
- Service Improvement qualification (Bronze)
- Knowledge of change and development
Desirable
- Service Improvement qualification (Silver)
Experience
Essential
- Supervisory Experience
- Extensive previous experience of working with health finance systems
Desirable
- Proven track record of effective operational delivery
- Evidence of implementation of service changes and developments to ensure that legal, professional and service requirements are met
- Ability to work autonomously and equally effectively as part of a team
- Evidence of managing change and service planning capabilities
- Highly developed leadership, motivation negotiation and consultation skills
Aptitudes and abilities
Essential
- Full range of IT skills
- Excellent communication organisational skills. Innovative and well organised
- Ability to manage, motivate and develop team working.
- Excellent interpersonal and leadership qualities.
- Ability to plan and prioritise.
- Self-Study and development.
- Ability to concentrate frequently when under pressure and subject to interruptions.
Desirable
- Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh
Other
Essential
- Highly motivated and committed to the service.
- Ability to manage under pressure and multi task to achieve objectives.
- Ability to travel within geographical area.
- Able to work hours flexibly.
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).
