Warning
This job advert has expired and applications have closed.
Care Group Associate Director of Patient Care (Surgery)
| Posting date: | 07 May 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £70,417.00 to £81,138.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £70417.00 - £81138.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 May 2024 |
| Location: | Exeter, EX2 5DW |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C0023-24-0751 |
Summary
For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below. More detail about the role Act as the professional advocate and adviser in relation to all clinical (non-medical) managerial and operational issues that arise within the Care Group to ensure that a satisfactory solution or mitigation is achieved. Accountable lead for governance, quality and patient safety within the Care Group, ensuring systems are in place for learning from incidents, complaints and patient experience feedback; Responsible for signing off complaint responses, incident reviews and action plans for the Care Group, ensuring consistency in response, that relevant learning is taken from all events and action plans are delivered within agreed timescales; Ensure clinical risk is minimised by ensuring clinical practice and guidelines adhere to best practice as per regulatory bodies Support and contribute to the development of clinical workforce plans, providing innovative approaches to workforce delivery; The Ideal Candidate: Able to demonstrate extensive and highly specialist knowledge across a range of disciplines underpinned by theoretical knowledge and significant management and leadership experience. Possesses effective communication skills both verbally and written and is able to address large groups of staff, patients and relatives including in situations of conflict and distress Exhibits the ability to work strategically and develop a long-term vision for patient experience and convert this is into practical plans, objectives and deliverables Has an ability to gain credibility with and influence fellow clinicians, managers and speciality leads- including influencing clinical changes where appropriate This role provides a crucial role alongside the Director of Patient Care in shaping clinical services within the Trust and contributing to the quality and safety of our services alongside the wellbeing of our staff through leadership. If you are interested in a role that allows you to take timely and key decisions to ensure effective clinical delivery of services in the Care Group, we be delighted to discuss this further with you. Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. The post holder will also participate in the designated on-call rota. Interview Date: Week commencing Monday 10th June 2024 For further information please contact: Lucy Bates; Director of Patient Care- Surgery on 01271322577 or lucy.bates@nhs.net As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust. Benefits We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there. Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies. If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups. Salary is not the only financial benefit You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including: National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts. Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter Car lease schemes. The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK). Cycle to work scheme These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.