Deputy theatre manager

Deputy Theatre Manager Theatre Full Time Permanent Leeds - LS8 Spire Leeds Hospital are looking for an experienced, highly motivated and flexible Deputy Theatre Manager to join our dynamic theatre team on a full time, permanent basis. Spire Leeds Hospital, located in Roundhay, Leeds, has been treating patients for almost 30 years. We are the region's largest private hospital in terms of the range of services we offer and the number of consultants we work with. The hospital offers a range of services and facilities including four operating theatres, a sterile services department, a dedicated endoscopy suite, and a diagnostic and imaging department with an MRI and CT scanner. There are outpatient and physiotherapy departments providing services six days per week Duties and responsibilities Monitor and assist in the delivery of patient care Respect the patient's dignity, privacy, wishes and beliefs Provide appropriate clinical and managerial leadership throughout the department Act as a role model and mentor to clinical staff providing advice and support to others to promote good practice consistent with legislation and Spire Healthcare's policies Encourage, develop and enhance the skills and knowledge of others and self Identify, develop and support opportunities for improvements in operating department practices as highlighted through evidence, research based practice and national standards Delegate appropriate activities to other staff and ensure objectives are met To ensure that Clinical Governance and risk management are embedded within daily practice. Promote best evidence based practice within own scope of practice Apply and ensure others apply legislation, policies and procedures correctly Achievement of the theatre budget and specific Key Performance Indicators Work with others to optimise theatre utilisation in relation to booked operating sessions and availability to meet the demands of elective work, taking action with regards under-utilisation of lists as appropriate Manage staff rosters in the most efficient way to meet demand, whilst maintaining compliance with the Agency staff KPI on the Clinical Scorecard and balancing the use of overtime To ensure that effective systems are in place to manage stocks according to financial instructions, efficient utilisation, intelligent ordering and to work closely with the Finance Manager to ensure compliance with the above Ensure all audits/reviews of the departments and their performance are undertaken and implement action plans in response to findings Provide and receive patient information, ensuring that all patient information is provided, received and recorded in accordance with the Data Protection Act and Spire Policies. Carry out any other duty that reasonably falls within the general nature and level of responsibility of the post. Who we're looking for Registered Clinical Practitioner with NMC or HPC registration) Relevant post-registration Theatre/Anaesthetic qualification Evidence of CPD in management or the desire to further develop existing knowledge. Previous experience as a senior theatre practitioner essential Ability to manage, motivate, support, develop and lead the department Expert knowledge of clinical practice Competent across a range of clinical skills supported by professional competence and knowledge Knowledge of appropriate standards and external bodies, such as the Care Quality Commission Auditing skills across clinical standards and departments Ability to implement continuous improvement initiatives Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Highly numerate and literate Able to work in a commercial environment while maintaining safe standards. IT literate and a competent user of the MS Office suite of products Benefits We offer employees a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options Spire for you' reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers Free Bupa wellness screening Private medical insurance Life assurance Free onsite parking Our Values We are extremely proud of our heritage in private healthcare and of our values as an organisation: