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General Manager - General Surgery

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University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust

10d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior & Expert Level
  • Healthcare
  • Chichester

AI generated summary

  • You must effectively communicate complex information, foster collaboration across healthcare sectors, build relationships, address challenges, and enhance staff engagement for optimal performance.
  • You will communicate effectively, foster partnerships, address challenges, enhance staff engagement, and drive improvements in patient care across multi-agency collaborations.

Requirements

  • - Communicate clear and positive messages to staff, the Divisional Board, other parts of the Trust and key stakeholders. Translate highly complex information into easy to disseminate communications.
  • - Challenge internal and external parties where necessary to overcome barriers to change and/or understanding and to ensure that learning is shared so that risks are mitigated and reduced.
  • - Working with the DDO to ensure that the Division works actively and collaboratively with colleagues in the local health community. Work across organisational boundaries to develop effective multi-agency partnerships and local integrated management arrangements with primary care, other NHS providers, ICS, Social Care Services and other local stakeholders.
  • - Develop and maintain effective working relationships with Divisional and Professional leaders across the Trust to ensure that services are effectively integrated at local level.
  • - Attend departmental cross-site business and governance meetings to link with senior team members to ascertain problems faced and help implement processes/change to enhance and improve patient care and service continuity.
  • - Responsible for overseeing effective staff involvement and communication strategies (including the dissemination of the team brief) and working relationships across the operational areas and creating a working environment that empowers staff to achieve optimal performance.

Responsibilities

  • Communicate clear and positive messages to staff, the Divisional Board, other parts of the Trust and key stakeholders. Translate highly complex information into easy to disseminate communications.
  • Challenge internal and external parties where necessary to overcome barriers to change and/or understanding and to ensure that learning is shared so that risks are mitigated and reduced.
  • Working with the DDO to ensure that the Division works actively and collaboratively with colleagues in the local health community. Work across organisational boundaries to develop effective multi-agency partnerships and local integrated management arrangements with primary care, other NHS providers, ICS, Social Care Services and other local stakeholders.
  • Develop and maintain effective working relationships with Divisional and Professional leaders across the Trust to ensure that services are effectively integrated at local level.
  • Attend departmental cross-site business and governance meetings to link with senior team members to ascertain problems faced and help implement processes/change to enhance and improve patient care and service continuity.
  • Responsible for overseeing effective staff involvement and communication strategies (including the dissemination of the team brief) and working relationships across the operational areas and creating a working environment that empowers staff to achieve optimal performance.

FAQs

What are the main responsibilities of the General Manager - General Surgery?

The main responsibilities include providing operational leadership, ensuring high standards of clinical care, meeting performance indicators, collaborating with the Divisional Management Team on strategic initiatives, and overseeing staff communication and involvement.

Is experience in healthcare management required for this position?

Yes, candidates are expected to have experience in healthcare management to effectively lead and manage the designated Directorate.

How important is teamwork in this role?

Teamwork is crucial, as the General Manager will work in partnership with other members of the Divisional Management Team and collaborate with various stakeholders within the local health community.

Will I be responsible for budget management?

Yes, the General Manager will be responsible for monitoring budgetary targets and implementing improvement plans as necessary.

What kind of support does UHSussex offer to new staff?

UHSussex offers a range of support, including a buddy system for new members, extensive Wellbeing Programme for staff, and opportunities for learning and career development.

Is diversity and inclusion valued at UHSussex?

Yes, UHSussex values diversity and inclusion, and actively promotes a workplace environment where everyone feels included and empowered.

Who can I contact for more information about the role?

For more information, you can contact Charley Stamp, the Divisional Director of Operations, via email at charley.stamp@nhs.net or by calling 01243 788122.

What is UHSussex's commitment towards its staff?

UHSussex is committed to treating staff with compassion and empathy, supporting their well-being, and providing opportunities for growth and development throughout their careers.

Are there specific performance indicators I need to be aware of?

Yes, the General Manager must ensure that all clinical and non-clinical performance indicators and targets are met in line with national and local standards.

What skills are essential for this position?

Essential skills include effective communication, leadership, strategic planning, financial acumen, and the ability to build collaborative relationships across organizational boundaries.

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2021
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest acute trusts in the UK and provides a wide range of clinical services to people in West Sussex, Brighton and Hove, and parts of East Sussex. Our seven hospitals host more than 1.5 million outpatient appointments, A&E visits and surgery cases every year and employ nearly 20,000 staff.