Service Manager for National Elective Services Division

NHS Golden Jubilee is expanding and as a result of recent redesign we are looking for a new Service Manager to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for passionate and driven individuals to join the senior teams within the National Elective Services Division.

You will manage and lead services to ensure continuous quality improvement and the development of all aspects of performance are attained. Additionally, you will provide overarching leadership to ensure the maintenance of quality and performance standards and delivery of Board priorities. You will also be an excellent team player and will work closely with the Senior Nursing Teams, Clinical Leads, Consultants, Heads of Department and the other Board Clinical and non-clinical Groups to manage the workload and ensure day-to-day operational cover for clinical and clinical support services. The role will also support the shaping and implementing of service strategies. GJNH is an NHS Scotland Resource, as such, successful applicants will work alongside colleagues from across NHS Scotland.

In the last year the National Elective Services Division has expanded significantly, with the second phase of our hospital expansion now complete. The division has now added an additional 5 laminar flow operating theatres, 3 endoscopy rooms and a large Central Sterilising and Processing Department to the existing estate. The successful candidate will have responsibility for the operational delivery of the Orthopaedic, Anaesthetics and Out Patient services and lead further development of services.

Successful candidates will be educated to postgraduate / masters degree level or equivalent experience, preferably with an MBA or MSc management qualification, with demonstrable senior management experience and recent evidence of successfully implementing change and experience of managing staff, resources as well as managing waiting times. Successful candidates will be enthusiastic, self-driven and experienced leaders, who can make a positive difference to patients, services and teams.

The recruitment & selection process will be a single day of assessment, date to be confirmed between W / C 24th November.

For Further Information About The Opportunities Please Contact

For National Elective Services Division post : Caroline Handley, Deputy Director National Elective Services Division : 0141 951 5888 – [HIDDEN TEXT]

NHS Golden Jubilee is open to considering flexible working options for this role.

This vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications is received so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

As a disability confident leader we are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are inclusive and accessible to all. If you have a disability or long-term health condition covered by the Equality Act 2010 and need support for any stage of the recruitment process please refer to the job pack for more information.

NHS Golden Jubilee encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Job Pack.

Skills Required

Quality Improvement, Senior Management, operational delivery