Assistant Specialty Manager

Job Overview

To lead and support the effective delivery of key operational services for the Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT), Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery (OMFS) departments in line with relevant Divisional and Trust policies, reporting to the Specialty Manager.

To undertake projects across the Division, as determined by the Specialty Manager. This is a full-time, permanent position.

Main duties of the job

To be operationally responsible for the delivery of key divisional and organisational targets, for example: achieving 18 week Referral to Treatment (RTT) patient pathway. Also ensuring that Trust Policies with regard to patient care are adhered to, for example, the Patient Access Policy.

▪ To attend weekly performance meetings and ensure that accurate and clear information is provided in relation to key targets and standards.

▪ To act as a key point of escalation/contact to troubleshoot issues which may prevent timely provision of patient care, liaising with Clinical and Nursing colleagues as appropriate. Escalating complex or contentious issues to the Specialty Manager as appropriate.

▪ To take part in the surgical bed management rota and be the point of contact for issues that are escalated by the bed managers in relation to elective surgical patients.

▪ To monitor clinic templates to ensure that they meet the requirements of the Directorate and to be instrumental in exploring new ways of working wit

hin your area and the wider Division.

Working for our organisation

At the RUH we put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone’s contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.

We are proud to be in the top 20 best hospitals to work for in the country.

We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks – celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.

A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.

We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We’ve even got a pool!

We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we’re providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about the role.

Person specification

Knowledge

Essential criteria

• Excellent report writing and presentation skills; IT data management skills
• Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with all professional disciplines, both internal and external, e.g. senior managers/clinicians/consultants
• Able to meet deadlines, targets and to work under pressure
• Enhanced problem solving techniques and strategic thinking
  
  

Desirable criteria

• Knowledge of health standards and current best practice
• Knowledge and understanding of Clinical Governance
  
  

Knowledge & Experience

Essential criteria

• In depth knowledge of Key NHS objectives and standards
  
  

Desirable criteria

• Experience of working within clinical specialties.
  
  

Please note - Due to recent changes in UK immigration and visa rules applicants who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be considered unless an alternative right to work solution can be provided. Candidates requiring sponsorship (or will need sponsorship at the end of a current visa e.g. those with graduate visa's) should review the eligibility criteria on the gov.uk website before applying: Prove your right to work to an employer: Overview - GOV.UK

Applicant requirements

The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Documents to download

• Job Description (PDF, 564.4KB)
• Join the RUH (PDF, 1.1MB)
  
  

Further details / informal visits contact

Name Natalie Gillett Job title Specialty Manager Email address natalie.gillett4@nhs.net