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Interim Chief Operating Officer

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Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

4d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Healthcare
    Facilities Management
  • Winchester

AI generated summary

  • You should have strong leadership experience, be able to manage clinical divisions and Facilities teams, and support a people-centered culture in healthcare.
  • You will oversee clinical divisions and facilities, lead urgent and elective care initiatives, and ensure outstanding patient care across three hospital sites.

Requirements

  • We are looking for an interim Chief Operating Officer for at least 6 months starting in mid July.
  • Our current COO leaves at the end of July and we are deferring the recruitment of a substantive appointment until our new CEO is in post, which we would anticipate being in the autumn.
  • The COO is accountable for our three clinical divisions and for our Facilities teams.
  • The strong leadership teams in our divisions will undoubtedly support the successful candidate to succeed and this is a great opportunity for someone to develop their experience at Board level.
  • Our cultural ambition is to have a culture that places people at the heart of all we do, where we all belong, and where learning, improvement and excellence thrive.
  • We provide specialist services to people across the UK and internationally.
  • We are one of only two centres in the UK treating pseudomyxoma peritonei (a rare form of abdominal cancer) and we are leaders in the field of tertiary liver cancer and colorectal cancer.
  • The trust employs more than 9,000 staff and has a turnover of over £500 million a year.
  • As a Foundation Trust, we are directly accountable to our members through the governors.
  • The Council of Governors represent the interests of their constituencies and influence the future plans of the Foundation Trust.
  • For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Nicola Lappin Job title: Interim AD Resourcing & Temporary Staffing Email address: nicola.lappin@hhft.nhs.uk
  • We would encourage anyone interested to contact Amy Elliott, Amy.Elliott@hhft.nhs.uk to arrange a conversation with Alex Whitfield, Chief Executive, and/or Julie Dawes, Deputy Chief Executive and Chief Nurse.
  • No agencies please.

Responsibilities

  • The COO is accountable for our three clinical divisions and for our Facilities teams.
  • The strong leadership teams in our divisions will undoubtedly support the successful candidate to succeed and this is a great opportunity for someone to develop their experience at Board level.
  • The COO is the lead executive for Urgent & Emergency Care, and for Elective Care, both of which aim to improve care and reduce costs.
  • Our vision is to provide outstanding care for every patient.
  • Patient care is at the heart of what we do at our three sites: Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital, Royal Hampshire County Hospital in Winchester and Andover War Memorial Hospital.
  • Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides medical and surgical services to a population of approximately 600,000 people across Hampshire and parts of West Berkshire.
  • Our cultural ambition is to have a culture that places people at the heart of all we do, where we all belong, and where learning, improvement and excellence thrive.
  • We provide specialist services to people across the UK and internationally.
  • We are one of only two centres in the UK treating pseudomyxoma peritonei (a rare form of abdominal cancer) and we are leaders in the field of tertiary liver cancer and colorectal cancer.
  • The trust employs more than 9,000 staff and has a turnover of over £500 million a year.
  • As a Foundation Trust, we are directly accountable to our members through the governors.
  • The Council of Governors represent the interests of their constituencies and influence the future plans of the Foundation Trust.

FAQs

What is the duration of the Interim Chief Operating Officer position?

The position is for at least 6 months, starting in mid-July.

When is the current COO leaving?

The current COO is leaving at the end of July.

Why are you hiring an interim COO instead of a permanent one?

We are deferring the recruitment of a substantive appointment until our new CEO is in post, which we anticipate will be in the autumn.

What are the primary responsibilities of the Interim COO?

The Interim COO will be accountable for the three clinical divisions and Facilities teams and will lead the transformation programmes for Urgent & Emergency Care and Elective Care.

What is the organizational structure I will be part of?

The Interim COO will be a full board member and a key part of the Trust Board and the Executive Team.

How many staff does Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust employ?

The trust employs more than 9,000 staff.

What is the population served by Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust?

The trust provides medical and surgical services to a population of approximately 600,000 people across Hampshire and parts of West Berkshire.

Who should I contact for more information about the role?

For further details or informal visits, you can contact Nicola Lappin at nicola.lappin@hhft.nhs.uk.

Is there an opportunity to speak with the executive team?

Yes, interested candidates can contact Amy Elliott at Amy.Elliott@hhft.nhs.uk to arrange a conversation with the Chief Executive or the Deputy Chief Executive and Chief Nurse.

What is the trust’s vision?

The trust's vision is to provide outstanding care for every patient.

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Science & Healthcare
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
2012
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of healthcare services including hospital care, outpatient clinics, and community health services. Their mission is to deliver high-quality, compassionate care and improve patient outcomes. They focus on enhancing the health and wellbeing of the local community by offering effective and accessible healthcare solutions, striving to ensure a positive experience for every patient.