Assistant Service Manager & Rota Co-ordinator
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Surgical Operational Management Team at Central. We are looking for an experienced administrator who wants to expand their knowledge and management skills as an Assistant Service Manager, supporting the Vascular team. The post will include the overall management of the administrative team, delivery of referral to treatment targets, and co-ordination of the rota. This will involve close working with the consultant body and wider clinical team.
Main duties of the job
The Assistant Service Manager will be responsible for the provision of operational and day-to-day management of clerical and administration services within Surgery, Anaesthesia & Pain.
The post holder will support in the achievement of key operational and strategic objectives for the Division, contributing where appropriate to the production of business cases and operational plans.
The post holder, as part of the Divisional Management Team, will also provide support to achieving standards laid out by the Welsh Government and has a key role in ensuring waiting time targets are met. This will involve monitoring waiting times, capacity and demand, identifying problem areas, and working with the Operational Management Team to resolve issues and ensure a co-ordinated approach to the delivery of services. The post holder will ensure that routine and ad-hoc information is provided to support the monitoring and achievement of all performance-related targets.
The post holder will provide cover for the Clinical Services Coordinator, which will include arranging cover for short notice absence for junior medical staff. To manage on a daily basis the consultant and junior rota allocation for on-call and elective activity.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others, or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute, and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment-related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications and/or knowledge
* GCSE standard in English and Maths
* Good standard of general / higher education (Certificate Level)
* Evidence of continuous / ongoing learning
* Degree level (Management) or equivalent experience.
* Professional Management Qualification
* Currently pursuing a qualification in NHS Management
Experience
* Extensive experience of staff management
* Previous experience of managing financial resources
* Sound knowledge of IT systems/wPAS
* Knowledge of waiting list management
* Previous experience in producing written reports
* Experience of handling complex/sensitive complaints or situations/issues
* Able to communicate with all levels of staff representatives and managers in a clear and confident manner.
* Previous NHS experience
* Experience of project work
* Management of databases
Aptitude and Abilities
* Evidence of potential for effective leadership including ability to: -Introduce new and innovative work practices -Initiate change -Motivate staff -Delegate -Prioritise tasks -Manage 'difficult' personalities
* Ability to demonstrate excellent: -Communication and written skills -Problem-solving skills -Time management skills -Counselling / supervision skills -Organisational skills -Proven ability to work to tight deadlines -Sound knowledge of Patient Confidentiality
* Ability to demonstrate the personal qualities and professional competencies required of all managers and leaders in line with local competence frameworks as evidenced in day-to-day work and through discussion at PADR
* Ability to demonstrate tact and diplomacy when working with others
* Ability to speak Welsh
Values
* Additional demonstrable qualities that may be beneficial to the role, e.g. care, compassion, competence, communication, courage, and commitment
* Commitment to working consistently in line with our Organisational Values, and enabling others within the workforce to do so as evidenced in day-to-day work and through discussion at PADR
Other
* Ability to work on own initiative but also work as part of a team.
* Ability to work in a busy environment and cope under pressure.
* Positive and enthusiastic attitude.
* Ability to travel within geographical area.
* Able to work hours flexibly.
* Ability to demonstrate the desire to pursue a progressive management career in the NHS
* Welsh Speaker
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
£30,420 to £37,030 a year per annum pro rata
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