Deputy Head of Elective Access Band 7

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Full time
Location: Lincoln
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The hours are to be worked Monday to Friday; however, there is an expectation of flexibility which could include Saturday.

Applications are invited from dynamic, enthusiastic, and forward-thinking individuals who are looking to showcase their potential.

The post holder will be expected to work independently, enhancing performance and productivity, streamlining administrative processes, and will also look at areas in both their own and wider teams where service improvement is required and work with key people to deliver this.

The post holder will be responsible for the day-to-day management of staff within the RTT Elective Access Team and ensure the smooth operational running of the department.

The post holder will be required to meet frequently with specialty management teams, robustly tracking patients to improve and maintain performance and help Directorates in the delivery of diagnostic and 18 weeks' services in line with service requirements and local/national policies.

The post holder will support the Head of Elective Access in the operational delivery and performance management of surgical, medical, and community admin services ensuring key access targets are maintained and sustained.

Main duties of the job The successful applicant will be an enthusiastic team player with excellent customer care and interpersonal skills.

You will have previous experience of managing teams and developing and delivering training to a diverse audience together with NHS knowledge and experience. Experience of Medway (PAS) and knowledge of the Trust's Elective Access Policy would be an advantage.

Deputise for the Head of Elective Access as required. Development of management teams and booking and administration teams who will lead the patient journey improving processes and patient experience. Training and development of the teams regarding their knowledge and IT capability. Supporting service improvement through analysis of data and undertaking capacity and demand analysis of services to support the delivery of the diagnostic, 18-week RTT and cancer targets.

Job description The successful candidate will be a logical thinker with excellent communication skills and importantly an in-depth understanding of the 18-week referral to treatment waiting time standard and associated processes and will assist with the delivery of the 18-week referral to treatment (RTT) standard across the Trust. Provision of support to the Head of Elective Access in the operational delivery and performance management of surgical, medical, and community admin services ensuring key access targets are maintained and sustained.

The post holder will be responsible for the day-to-day management of a number of staff within the team and help Directorates in the delivery of diagnostic and 18 weeks services. The post holder will be expected to work independently to manage these departments, in line with service requirements and local/national policies.

The post holder must be able to organise their own workload within defined guidelines. It will be important that they are a good team player, are also able to work independently, and most importantly work efficiently and accurately. We are looking for candidates who are able to use their initiative, be proactive and contribute to improving current working practices. The position is based at Lincoln; however, travel between hospital sites is a requirement of the role.

The post holder will also look at areas in the team where service improvement is required and work with key people to deliver this.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Educated to degree level or equivalent Relevant Post Graduate Qualification Evidence of Continuing Professional Development Management qualification or equivalent knowledge

Previous Experience Essential Detailed understanding and experience of the operation of acute hospital services, in particular, knowledge of performance management. Evidence of driving and supporting change in clinical services in a complex organisation. Detailed knowledge and experience of NHS access standards including RTT, cancer and diagnostics. Proven ability to manage resources effectively. Performance management and development of staff.

Desirable Experience of commissioning.

Knowledge - Skills - Aptitudes Essential Well-developed leadership and motivational skills. Capacity to work in multi-professional environments and maintain constructive working relationships at all levels and disciplines. Ability to achieve demanding tasks and objectives against deadlines. Evidence of personal insight and sound judgement. Innovative and responsive to change. Proven track record of collaborative working with Senior Clinicians and Senior Managers. Inspirational and highly motivated. Well organised and creative. Integrity and a reputation for honesty and trustworthiness. Courteous and respectful. Kind and helpful. Responsive communication. Effective and professional.

Employer details Employer name United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust Address Lincoln County Hospital Greetwell Road Lincoln LN2 5QY Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. 357-LN-1793-24 #J-18808-Ljbffr

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