Interim General Hospital Manager
My client is part of a long-established and well-respected trust, and is currently seeking a Manager to work closely with the divisional director to deliver sustainable high quality clinical care. This hospital has a prestigious reputation for offering an exceptional patient experience and creating a great working environment for hospital staff and it will be your job to ensure this is maintained. The hospital and is set in the peak district; one of the most beautiful and sought after national park areas in the UK. It also has the advantage of being on a direct train and motorway route to several major cities. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced senior manager to further his/her career going forwards.
This is a fabulous opportunity to work through Hays, one of the UK’s leading recruitment agencies in this sector, with a number of very highly regarded clients repeatedly looking to us to provide staffing solutions. As well as working in partnership with you to provide an excellent personal service whilst you are working for us, both on this contract and on any future undertakings, we also offer a competitive benefits package including:
· Excellent pay rates
· Free training at a venue local to you
· Fast track registrations
· Free CRB
· £50 Voucher, guaranteed once you successfully complete your third day with us
· up to £250 for every RGN/RMN you refer to us
My client is looking for someone who is inclusive, inspiring and motivational and can take a dynamic and personal approach to staff development. The successful candidate will demonstrate integrity as well as tenacity and must be effective under pressure
Due to the nature of this role, it is essential that applicants have the following skills, qualifications and experience, in order to be considered for the role: -
Responsibilities for policy and service development and implementation
· Knowledge of national strategies and developments within the NHS
· Proven track record of meeting service standards and targets
· Ability to undertake strategic planning and make complex decisions
Planning and organisational skills
· Demonstrable experience of successful business planning and development of robust business cases
· Ability to lead change and hold others to account
Analytical and Judgemental Skills
· Proven conceptual and analytical skills
· Ability to oversee and interpret the performance targets of specialities and to manage complex and multi-faceted problems
· Highly developed problem solving and analytical skills, with experience of developing and implementing strategic plans
Communication and relationship skills
· Excellent communication skills and ability to influence decisions at all levels
· Experience of leading teams, recruiting, handling disciplinary issues coaching and motivating others to achieve organisational objectives
· Effective negotiating, influencing and networking skills
· Ability to work collaboratively with a variety of stakeholders
· Ability to communicate, both written and verbally in a manner which is clear, fluent and persuasive
· Ability to deal with sensitive and complex issues
Knowledge, training and experience
· Management Degree or equivalent senior management experience for 3-5 years minimum
· Masters degree in health care studies or demonstrated ability to work at/be studying for Masters level
· Experience of leading service improvement projects and complex organisational change, whilst developing and maintaining high standards of quality
· Financial management and business management skills
· Evidence of appropriate relevant professional development
Other Requirements
· Satisfactory Occupational Health clearance
· Availability for occasional travel to other organisations to represent the trust
Applicants with the following additional skills, qualifications and experience would be highly desirable and we would love to hear from you: -
· Skills in data analysis
· Involvement at a leadership level on issues related to clinical governance, monitoring and standard setting, including risk management and health safety
· Experience of conflict resolution and negotiation at a senior level
· Experience of service planning process
· Knowledge and understanding of the external environment
JOB PURPOSE:
To lead on, and be responsible for the development of strategies and business plans for the Division by ensuring that there are robust systems for performance management and quality governance in place. To ensure that the Division’s services are delivered to plan, within available resources and to the assured quality standards.
To be responsible for co-ordinating and promoting the integration of the operational management, service planning and service delivery processes of the Division, to achieve agreed service levels. To work with the Divisional leadership team to use available resources effectively, efficiently and within agreed budgets.
To lead on the Divisional transformation programme, by analysing opportunities for change to support the transformational agenda, and by engaging partners, patients and other stakeholders in all aspects of the change.
To provide leadership which enables the delivery of high quality, safe and person centred care through the engagement and empowerment of others.
To ensure the Division is managed under the regime of payment by results and the consultant contract.
The following is a list of core responsibilities to be completed by the job holder. Other duties may be assigned.
· To act in line with the Trust’s CARE values.
· To maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
· To actively participate in the staff appraisal process.
· To be familiar with relevant Operational, Personnel, Health and Safety.
· Policies and procedures, including Fire, COSHH, No Smoking and Alcohol, hand washing and effective infection control.
If you meet the requirements outlined, and would like to know more about this position, please don’t hesitate to contact Louise Axon 01132003705 for an informal chat. Alternatively apply by sending your CV via the web advert.
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