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Head of Theatres

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27d ago

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

AI generated summary

  • You must be a qualified Registered Nurse with an active NMC Pin or hold an active HCPC Registration.
  • You will lead theatre operations, manage staff training, ensure quality care, oversee equipment use, develop policies, monitor standards, and align resources with clinical needs.

Requirements

  • To be considered for this position you must be qualified as a Registered Nurse with a current active NMC Pin or hold an active HCPC Registration

Responsibilities

  • Provide professional leadership and management across all theatres, endoscopy and recovery and ensuring appropriate structures are in place to support nurses/theatre practitioner at all levels
  • Provide oversight in relation to management and use of equipment, processes and training and competency of staff working within the Minor Procedures Suite in OPD
  • Ensure that professional nursing issues and continuous quality of care improvements
  • Evaluate/develop Policies and Procedures that reflect the patient safety and quality agenda and the Hospitals policies and procedures, and staff accept ownership of these
  • Ensure systems are in place for the management and monitoring and audit of quality standards, complaints, critical incidents and untoward occurrences
  • Identify personal training objectives in line with annual personal development plan in conjunction/agreement with staff and Management
  • Maintain skills level and knowledge to perform duties as Head of Surgical Services
  • Accountant to ensure purchasing is based on value for money and clinical effectiveness
  • Maintain a programme of rolling replacement for key equipment where required and identify where new equipment is required in line with the Consultant and specialty strategy

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Head of Surgical Services.

Where is this position located?

This position is located in an independent private hospital next to Central London.

What qualifications are required for this role?

To be considered for this position, you must be qualified as a Registered Nurse with a current active NMC Pin or hold an active HCPC Registration.

What are the key responsibilities of the Head of Surgical Services?

Key responsibilities include providing professional leadership across all theatres, ensuring quality of care improvements, developing policies and procedures, managing staff training and competency, and overseeing equipment management and usage.

What skills and experience would be beneficial for this role?

Beneficial skills and experience include experience in cardiac, elderly care, orthopaedics, project management, quality improvement, excellent communication skills, and proven management and leadership ability.

What is the working schedule for this position?

This is a permanent full-time role working 37.5 hours a week.

What benefits does the Head of Surgical Services receive?

Benefits include private healthcare, 27 days annual leave, Blue Light Card discounts, interest-free season ticket loans, cycle to work scheme, free eye check-up vouchers, and more.

Is there an opportunity for personal development and training?

Yes, the position offers personal development and training courses.

Can employees from the NHS continue their NHS pension?

Yes, employees joining from the NHS can receive continuation of their NHS pension.

How can I apply for this position?

You can apply by calling the provided contact number or sending your CV.

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