About this role
Job summary
UHCW is one of the largest acute Trust's in the country. With 18 Cardiology Consultants, we provide World Class innovation and research in all aspects of Cardiology.
We are seeking an experienced, dynamic and enthusiastic manager, to lead the teams of Cardiac Physiologist/Clinical Scientists within the Department here at UHCW Trust and at our Community Diagnostic Hubs. The Head of Department will share our vision to be trusted to provide consistently outstanding care and exemplary service to our patients.
We offer a region-leading Cardiac Imaging Service, offering the full repertoire of echocardiography. Including Complex ACHD, 3D Echocardiography, Pharmacological and Exercise Ischaemic Stress Echo, Strain Echocardiography, TOE, DSE, Transcatheter Structural Intervention and Cardio-Oncology Echocardiography. As well as providing Advanced Cardiac Imaging input to regional hospitals and a range of West Midlands MDTs.
We actively support the training of new cardiac physiologists, specialist registrars, and members of the wider multidisciplinary team as well as our own staff. We hold regular MDT meetings for interesting case review or when there is ambiguity, providing further training opportunities. The department encourages and supports research, educational development and attendance and participation at local and national meetings.
Main duties of the job
We anticipate future service developments which will include advanced Cardiac Physiologist led clinics and will rely upon the Head of Department to help embed these services. The Head of Department is responsible for the day-to-day management, long term planning, development and the training within the area. You will demonstrate effective clinical leadership skills and expertise in the performance of a range of investigations performed by the Cardiology Investigations Team.
You will employ high standards of skills and knowledge in diagnostic testing, interpretation, reporting and treatments in order to achieve best quality patient care.
You will possess a leadership responsibility for a defined team of staff, participating in Human Resource Management including sickness/absence, performance management, career development and appraisal.
Reporting to the Group Manager of Cardiology and working alongside the Clinical Lead and Modern Matron for Cardiology, the successful applicant will be responsible for managing the Department of Cardiology Investigations and leading on the development of the teams, driving innovation, recruitment and developing Cardiac Physiologist led services.
This is a full-time role with clinical and on-call responsibilities.
About us
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team. The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Line Management of the B8as within the DCI Team, ensuring that appraisals, physiology competencies, professional registration, mandatory Training and sickness management is up to date and managed in line with National KPIs
- Management of the DCI pay and Non-Pay Budgets, with authorisation of up to £10k on any order. Management of financial performance
- Accountable for the supervision of the procurement, management and maintenance of all clinical physiology equipment and software
- To ensure that the service is compliant with all relevant national standards and service specifications and that clinical governance reporting and assurances are provided as required.
- To take the lead and manage all clinical physiology specific complaints and adverse incidents, reporting trends, themes and sharing the learning across the clinical group.
- Work in other areas of clinical physiology as required, supervising, analysing, and interpreting a wide range of procedures autonomously.
- To support in the delivery of service improvements and expansions as required
- To be responsible for risk management and incident reporting for the department
- Lead on the Health and Safety of the Department including Fire safety, Risk assessments, DSE assessments, CoSH, Clinical Safety Audits
- Support patient flow and maximization of capacity throughout the department as required.
- Oversee the Workforce plans and implementation of service development and expansion.
- Develop and Implement Cost improvement schemes or cost avoidance schemes.
- Manage and deliver the operational Performance in line with National and Local KPIs and set targets Mainly 6 week diagnostic targets, DNA KPIs, Activity targets and Utilisation KPIs.
- Develop and Implement standard working procedures, Standard operating Procedures and Business Continuity plans for the service.
For further details of the role please see the attached job description.
Please be advised the interviews for this post will take place at the end of November, subject to availability.
Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested.
Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- oEducated to degree level or equivalent professional qualification oMSc or Post BSc qualification oILS (adult) oRegistered/qualify for registration with RCCP or HCPC oEvidence of Continuing Professional Development
Desirable
- oPost Graduate Level Qualification oClinical teaching qualification or equivalent experience
Experience
Essential
- oPost BSc level of experience as a Senior Cardiac Physiologist oExtensive experience in a management position within a relevant healthcare organisation oExperience of managing and delivering service redesign and change management programmes/initiatives oProven track record and Experience of delivering against set objectives and achieving key targets, demonstrating continuous and quality improvements oExtensive line management experience, with experience and knowledge of use of good HR practice, including a working knowledge of contract / employment law oExperience with business planning processes including business case development and implementation oExperience with use of Hospital reporting systems and electronic patient record systems oExperience with formal and informal stock control and management systems
Desirable
- oExperience of partnership working with a range of agencies to commission and develop services oExperience of managing a large DCI Department oExperience of Budgetary management and cost improvement programmes oExperience with clinical audit and reporting of such
Knowledge
Essential
- oWorking knowledge of a wide range of non-invasive and invasive cardiac techniques oKnowledge of the working with interdependent companies and providers supporting the development of Cardiac Investigations, including research and development oKnowledge of the Trust's Values
Skills
Essential
- oPersuasive negotiator, being able to put together convincing well supported arguments to support change, both within therapy services and the wider health and social care community. oAble to analyse and make judgements on a wide range of general management subjects, e.g. Finance, HR, quality, environment. oAble to write and convincingly present reports to a range of audiences at all levels of the organisation oAbility to work and interact as part of a team oAble to work calmly under pressure, to tight deadlines, using own initiative and sound judgment oAptitude for learning and teaching new procedures oExcellent Interpersonal / communication skills oAbility to process and communicate complex information oVery good time management skills oAble to motivate and manage staff
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
- oEvidence of demonstrating the Trust Values (Compassion, Openness, Pride, Partnership, Improve, Learn and Respect) and the associated Values in Action behaviours in the workplace. oFor posts with managerial responsibility only Evidence of promoting equality, diversity and inclusion, and ensuring fair and equitable practices throughout your work experience. Evidence of promoting a culture which helps individuals live behaviours aligned to our Trust Values (Compassion, Openness, Pride, Partnership, Improve, Learn and Respect)
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
Address
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire
Clifford Bridge Road
Coventry
CV2 2DX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)