Senior Surgery Manager

Senior Surgery Manager

Location: Glasgow or Manchester

Hours: 40 hours per week

Salary: Competitive plus benefits

Optical Express is focused on delivering exceptional patient care, outstanding clinical outcomes and continued investment in our people and technology.

For over 35 years, millions of patients have trusted Optical Express with their eye care. As the UK's leading private provider of laser eye, premium intraocular lens and cataract surgery, our Surgeons undertake more laser procedures collectively than any other provider. We look after thousands of patients in our clinics every week and it’s a privilege to transform the lives of so many.

The Optical Express team work together, collectively and consistently striving for excellence. We support each other, respect each other and are committed to a culture of care, trust and integrity.

The culture extends to our local communities, through our range of charitable and environmental projects. We focus on doing what is right for our patients, our colleagues, our local communities and our planet.

We’re looking for someone to become part of our management leadership team with responsibility for managing the surgery teams across our surgery centres in Scotland and North of England.

As Senior Surgery Manager you will be responsible for setting and maintaining world class surgical standards throughout our hospitals. You will have the experience and gravitas to lead and support the teams comprising surgery managers, surgery assistants, nurses and surgeons, all the while ensuring targets for Laser Eye Surgery and Intraocular procedures are met through effective utilisation of resources.

Due to the nature of the role, there will be a requirement for regular travel, from a base location which could be Glasgow or Manchester.

The main aspects of the role are

• Identifying and implementing systems to ensure world class surgical treatments and appropriate patient outcomes.

• To motivate the surgical team to achieve the clinical KPIs and targets for treatment volumes.

• Providing support for the team in efficient and productive use of surgery time, maximisation of surgery lists, accurate and timely reporting is key to success.

• Taking responsibility for managing the Clinical Governance and HCC systems centrally and ensuring full compliance – first time, every time.

What we need from you

It goes without saying you will be comfortable leading a diverse and senior team, preferably in a clinical setting, and you have;

• excellent communication and presentation skills
• an adaptable, flexible approach to work
• top notch Microsoft office and outlook
• meticulous attention to detail
• confidence, and integrity to operate with the upmost discretion

Whilst clinical experience or qualifications will set you apart you absolutely must have -

• A proven track record of leading MDT across different locations.

• Enthusiasm and a willingness to learn

• A hands-on and customer-centric approach

What’s in it for you?

• Exposure to cutting edge technology and techniques

• Competitive salary and additional company benefits including product/treatment discounts

• The opportunity to work with talented colleagues to truly change people lives

• Free or discounted optical products/procedures

• Competitive/ and industry leading salaries

• Career progression / Defined and unparalleled career path and progression opportunities

• Modern working environment with superb technology support

Please apply now by uploading your CV.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a global organisation where you will have the opportunity to grow and develop within a professional working environment.

Optical Express is an equal opportunities employer