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    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Southampton

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  • You need a degree or equivalent, project management experience, leadership skills, and knowledge of service improvement techniques. Proven ability to manage change and work collaboratively is essential.
  • You will lead service redesign projects, manage objectives, analyze data, coach colleagues, ensure patient-centered improvements, and contribute to training programs.

Requirements

  • Qualifications / Training Required
  • Essential criteria
  • First Degree or equivalent experience/diplomas
  • Detailed knowledge and application of a recognised service improvement technique or relevant experience to Masters level or equivalent
  • Evidence of further training/study/leadership courses
  • Desirable criteria
  • QSIR college associate
  • Project or change management training
  • Action learning set facilitator
  • Coaching qualification
  • Working knowledge of more than one methodology
  • Previous or relevant experience necessary
  • Essential criteria
  • Proven track record in project management experience
  • Facilitation of multi-professional groups
  • Presenting and communicating to care groups and divisions
  • Experience at a senior level in industry or healthcare sector
  • Evidence of leading and implementing change, influencing behaviour, collaborative working with others
  • Evidence of significant structured project management skills and experience
  • Literate, with report writing skills and experience
  • Desirable criteria
  • Previous experience in healthcare setting
  • Previous experience in quality / service improvement environment
  • Coaching experience
  • Teaching experience
  • Experience of action learning sets
  • Aptitudes And Skills Required
  • Essential criteria
  • Leadership: Evidence of leadership qualities
  • Analytical: Ability to analyse complex problems in detail, interpret complex information, and develop practical and workable solutions to address them
  • Managing change: Ability to lead project teams to effect change in rapidly changing environments, to achieve agreed goals
  • Demonstrate the ability to analyse and interpret technical, sensitive or contentious information and present this to a variety of audiences
  • Project management: Ability to scope, plan and manage a suite of projects
  • Values and behaviours
  • Essential criteria
  • Patients First
  • Always Improving
  • Working Together

Responsibilities

  • Proactively lead, plan and implement service redesign projects within and across divisions.
  • Provide and apply professional project/change management expertise using appropriate tools and techniques to achieve workstream objectives.
  • Manage the successful delivery of project objectives against identified goals.
  • Ensure project schemes are realised on time, and within agreed financial constraints.
  • Delivering on quality, value and efficiency, escalating any issues to the accountable programme lead to ensure quality improvements and savings are delivered.
  • Analyse complex, sensitive and conflicting information and datasets including activity and patient flow, demand/capacity and performance data.
  • Empower, support and coach colleagues to undertake transformation from within as part of their ongoing workload and commitment to UHS.
  • To ensure all service improvement is patient-centred and includes effective techniques and approaches to involve patients and carers specifically.
  • Actively contribute to the Always improving training and education programme.

FAQs

Is this position open to applicants outside of Hampshire & Isle of Wight NHS system?

No, this position is open only to applicants from the Hampshire & Isle of Wight NHS system.

What are the main responsibilities of this project manager role?

The main responsibilities include leading service redesign projects, applying project/change management expertise, managing project delivery within financial constraints, and coaching colleagues in transformation projects.

What qualifications are necessary for this role?

Essential qualifications include a First Degree or equivalent experience, detailed knowledge of a recognized service improvement technique, and evidence of further training or leadership courses.

Is experience in the healthcare sector required for this role?

While previous experience in a healthcare setting is desirable, it is not mandatory. However, a proven track record in project management is essential.

What are some desirable skills for this position?

Desirable skills include previous experience in quality/service improvement, coaching experience, teaching experience, and experience of action learning sets.

What kind of working environment is offered?

The role offers flexible working options including a mixture of on-site and remote working, as well as flexible hours.

What is the focus of service improvements in this role?

The focus of service improvements is to ensure that all initiatives are patient-centered, involving patients and carers effectively.

What leadership qualities are expected from the candidate?

Evidence of leadership qualities is essential, including the ability to lead project teams effectively in rapidly changing environments.

Are there any employee benefits associated with this position?

Yes, employees are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), access to NHS discounts, and a generous pension scheme.

How does the organization support professional development?

The organization offers learning and development opportunities to help employees achieve their career aspirations within the Trust.

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Mission & Purpose

University Hospitals Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS) offers a broad range of healthcare services, including specialized and emergency care, to the community. Their ultimate mission is to provide exceptional patient care, support, and treatment through innovation and excellence. UHS aims to improve health outcomes and enhance the patient experience by fostering a dedicated, skilled workforce and implementing advanced medical practices.

Benefits

  • Staff Discounts

    Receive discounts for major retailers and experiences with the Blue Light card, plus other salary sacrifice schemes.

  • 24/7 Wellbeing Support

    You can access impartial, confidential advice from qualified counsellors for many different issues.

  • Cycle to work

    Keep active with tax-free bikes and save up to 30% on cycling gear.

  • Park & Ride

    The Adanac Health & Innovation Campus provides a park and ride service.

  • Training & development

    We support development from entry level apprenticeships through to post doctoral research.

  • On-site Facilities

    Access to free gym membership, numerous eateries and bespoke gardens at our Southampton General site

  • Childcare support

    Support and advice is available to all employees on any childcare related issue.

  • Savings on childcare

    Access to childcare vouchers and our fee direct scheme.