The post holder will be responsible for the overall operational management and leadership of one of the division's business units. The post holder will work in collaboration with the Clinical Leads and Matrons to ensure effective workforce planning, performance of teams and on-going business development.

1. To lead and develop the designated specialties within the Division with responsibility for operationally  managing the service.

2.To ensure the achievement of National, Regional, Trust and Divisional performance indicators e.g. 18 weeks, to deliver a high quality, effective service, where patient experience and patient safety is central.

3.Responsible for ensuring the services are delivering against key standards and objectives and are fit for purpose. In particular financial expenditure targets, costs control, CIPS, QUIPPS, and quality, CQUIN, and activity targets for the Services.

4.Development of effective working relationships with Matrons and Clinical Leads to provide a cohesive leadership team to the services.

5.To lead the development of a shared vision and values for the services and promote a culture where all staff understand and are involved in and working towards the achievement of Trust and Divisional objectives.

6.To co-ordinate the delivery of agreed plans across the designated services, monitoring outputs and reporting to the relevant departments (e.g. Finance, Human resources).

7.To provide strategic vision and leadership and liaise with the departmental managers, senior nursing staff, AHPs and consultant medical staff to coordinate strategic development and transformational projects.

8.To fulfil the role of subject matter expert for theatre services across the Trust, and in representing theatre services across the wider system.

9.To set the objectives for and deliver the Theatre Transformation Programme, embedding actions to strive for upper decile performance in relation to GIRFT and national best practice standards for operating departments

10.To develop performance forecasting and modelling techniques and analysis to assess the real time impact of theatre transformation programmes on quality, efficiency and throughput.

11.To actively participate in the National Operating Dept Benchmarking group, as a subject matter expert for theatre services

12.To analyse and interpret a wide range of performance data, trend information, national guidance and  policy to inform the development of the Trust's strategic approach to deliver best practice in theatre utilisation.

13.Work collaboratively with the HR Business Partner to ensure effective workforce planning meets the needs of both the current and future service developments. 

14.To formulate an overall specialities services business strategy in line with the Trust's strategic  direction, preparing and presenting material in support of decisions to the Trust Board of Directors. Working in collaboration with the management team in the creation, implementation and evaluation of the business plan.

15.To advise the Divisional Director, Deputy Divisional Director and Associate Medical Director on national issues and healthcare strategies relating to the designated speciality and seek support for service development plans which impact on patient care within the Trust and the wider community.

16.Responsible for the formulation and implementation of and compliance with the designated specialities services wide operational policies and procedures, taking a lead role in the implementation of new legislation across the Services.

17.To contribute to the development and implementation of an effective approach to Clinical Governance, establishing processes for assessing and monitoring the quality of the service in a multi-disciplinary and multi-professional environment. Working collaboratively with the Divisional Clinical and Head oi Nursing, Quality and Patient Experience to ensure that effective systems are in place.

18.Responsible for the timely and effective management of complaints and incidents ensuring the production of end compliance with, robust action plans which are monitored and delivered.

19.Responsible for ensuring that all risks relating to the service are identified, assessed and managed within the Trust's risk management framework.

20.Responsible for the overall budget setting process within each service, monitoring outcomes and advising when adjustments become necessary.

21.Responsible for authorising expenditure against the non-medical training budget.

22.To lead the selection and procurement of relevant information equipment and systems. Ensuring that materials are purchased in accordance with the Trust Standing Financial Instructions. Authorises expenditure accordingly.

23.Ensures that the services assets, e.g. buildings, land and equipment are utilised effectively and are suitably maintained.

24.Plans and delivers the services capital equipment programme, assessing risk/benefit and establishing priorities for equipment replacement in consultation with Division Leads and Consultant medical staff.

25.To negotiate and monitor core service level agreements in conjunction with the Finance department, forecasting future trends and performing capacity planning.

26.To develop and maintain effective working relationships with local Trusts, Private Hospitals, Commissioners, Primary Care and other health clinics, providing a focal point within the Division for the marketing of its services.

27.To develop and coordinate workforce development plans for the services, ensuring that both the professional and non-professional workforce requirements are planned according to the needs of the service and business plans.

28.To develop a culture within the Division this engages staff and allows others the opportunity to lead.

29.To correlate and analyse information from individual each services relating to demand and capacity planning, monitoring outcomes and evaluating the impact within a resource management framework.

30.To analyse records relating to workload, performance indicators, income & expenditure, staff appraisal and development, sickness and annual leave, as appropriate. Ensuring that Trust targets are met and that data complies with statutory requirements relating to the Division.

31.To lead and participate in other projects as requested by the Divisional Director or Deputy Divisional Director.

32.To take part in the hospital on call manager rota.

Patient Client Care

31.Encourage open and effective partnerships and communication between staff and patients, occasional patient contact.

32.Undertake audit/feedback exercises related to patient activity and ensure identified improvement strategies are expedited.

33.Undertake the management of patient complaints related to the areas of responsibility, ensuring change of practice where necessary.

Financial Responsibilities

34.The post holder will be aware of all financial resources relevant to their services and act with integrity at all times the post holder will be accountable for the overall financial performance of designated specialities and oversee the financial position and monitors the delegated management of the  individual departmental budgets.

35.The Head Vice Will have devolved authorities for the financial resources for their services and will be  fully aware and compliant with all of the Trust's Standing Financial instructions and act responsibly.

36.The post holder will own and act responsibly for delivering an annual business plan in collaboration with their colleagues and financial representatives. The plan should always include a comprehensive financial overview of all relevant resources required to deliver a safe, quality and sustainable service. The post holder should ensure all such factors are included in their budgets. All plans should be consistent with organisational objectives and policies, ensuring that resources are realistic, justified and of clear benefit to the organisation

37.The post holder will be required at short notice to represent their financial, workforce and performance metrics and representations against their agreed plans and report by exception of any significant variation openly in a true and fair manner. This should include their understanding of future risks, mitigating actions and investigations required to the senior management team

38.The post holder will be required to attend regular performance meetings with the senior management team on their services financial performance and support the delivery of recovery plans. In year changes to the agreed plan should by developed in a timely manner via the agreed business case methodology  and seek consultation with stakeholders.

Budget Responsibilities

39.As a Budget Holder the post holder is responsible for the co-ordination, monitoring and review of the use of financial resources within your budget. The budgetary responsibilities will vary dependent upon the Business Unit.

The Management of Financial Resources is relevant to all areas of work in the NHS as financial management takes place throughout the service. Financial Resources includes money and finance as well as the financial value of other resources such as people, equipment, material etc.Responsibilities for People or Training

NHS

41.  The post holder will have line management responsibility for all non-clinical staff across the services of Theatres, Anaesthesia, Critical Care, Pre-Assessment and the Elective booking team, including objective setting and the management of HR key performance indicators including sickness, appraisals, performance, capability, turnover etc. 

42.The post holder will support the Clinical Lead for Anaesthesia and the Clinical Lead for Theatres to fulfil their people responsibilities as required.

43.The post is responsible for endorsing and demonstrating the Trust Values.

44.The post holder is responsible for the personal development of all staff within the business unit organising  support the development and training of all of their colleagues. Ensure that all staff receives appropriate education and training opportunities which supports the workforce strategy and the strategic aims of the Trust.

Other Factors

45.Ability to effectively manage a busy workload

46.Ability to deal with patients who may be distressed and able to remain calm and professional throughout.

47.Ability to be adaptable in an environment of changing pressures

48.Ability to effectively prioritise workload

49.Ability to work to tight deadlines

50.Ability to engage and motivate staff on a daily basis

51.Ability to manage team and individual performance whilst under pressure

52.Ability to clearly articulate ideas and instructions to colleagues

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