Job summary
Theatre's Operational Manager- Band 8A
'As a trust, we are committed to providing the highest quality care to all our patient's within our busy Operating Theatre's Department.
We are looking for an exceptional individual, with significant experience in operational and clinical leadership within Theatres, who is enthusiastic and committed about helping us achieve this ambition.
The Theatre's Operational Manager role is vital for the smooth running of our Operating Theatre's Department, ensuring optimal utilisation of theatre lists and reducing cancellations. It is also pivotal in dealing with day-to-day operational issues in Theatres and along with the Lead Nurse, Theatres supporting our teams navigate any challenges that may crop in the department.
The successful candidate will need to be proactive, resourceful and adept at problem solving. An ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders is essential. This is a busy role, so confidence in managing competing priorities is also a must. Above all, we are looking for someone who is passionate about improving patient care and helping us evolve and adapt for the future.,
Main duties of the job
Support the Head of Theatres, Lead Nurse- Theatres and wider management team in ensuring compliance against the following performance measures; finance, activity and quality providing advice, analysis and information as required.
To be jointly responsible for the 24 hour management of the Theatre complex (along with the Band 7's)
Build effective, collaborative relationships that enable work with support services, departments and organisations that impact on theatres, negotiating action and change when necessary.
Provide regular feedback on service performance to the Head of Theatres and wider management team.
Ensure the effective management of the Asset Register and the equipment replacement programme.
Appropriate management, maintenance and procurement of contracts and equipment in collaboration with the procurement team.
Contribute to the business process in relation to bids for capital equipment.
Responsible for supporting the implementation of new policy and service development within the department.
Responsible for data quality in theatres and ensure corrective action is taken
Continue to develop and implement robust information management systems within Theatre.
Continue to develop and sustain an effective communication structure within the theatre department including timely communication and chairing staff meetings.
About us
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics. It is an exciting time at the Luton and Dunstable University Hospital as maternity, neonatal, critical care and theatre services will be moving to the brand new Acute Services Block (ASB) and New Ward Block in Autumn 2025. Care will be delivered in modern, uplifting and fit for purpose environments and will enhance the patient experience.
You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career.
Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.
All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required.
Please review all documents attached to this advert to ensure you familiarise yourself with all requirements of the job.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
Operational Management
Support the Head of Theatres, the Lead Nurse- Theatres and wider management team in ensuring compliance against the following performance measures; finance, activity and quality providing advice, analysis and information as required.
To be jointly responsible for the 24 hour management of the Theatre complex (along with the Band 7 Senior Practitioners and Theatre Co-ordinator).
Build effective, collaborative relationships that enable work with support services, departments and organisations that impact on theatres, negotiating action and change when necessary.
Provide regular feedback on service performance to the Head of Theatres and wider management team.
Ensure the effective management of the Asset Register and the equipment replacement programme.
Appropriate management, maintenance and procurement of contracts and equipment in collaboration with the procurement team.
Contribute to the business process in relation to bids for capital equipment.
Liaise closely with the procurement team to ensure best value and efficient use of resources.
Responsible for supporting the implementation of new policy and service development within the department.
Responsible for ensuring data quality in theatres and ensure corrective action is taken where data quality problems are detected.
Service Improvement
Understand and manage a developing and changing service, assisting in the development of new ideas, methods of working and encourage staff to do likewise.
Liaise with service managers and clinical leads to understand strategy and the impact/requirements of business cases for theatres.
Undertake strategic and service policy development in conjunction with the Head of Theatres and other professional leads and support the senior team in business planning to support corporate aims and objectives.
Contribute to the development of business cases for service developments in the operating theatres ensuring that the implications of service changes or developments have been accurately assessed.
Work with clinicians, other managers and staff to continuously improve the quality and timelines of services in order to improve the patients, users and staff experience
Leadership and Workforce
Provide visible leadership, guidance and support to staff within the department.
Foster and promote a positive and collaborative culture throughout the department
Consistently act as a professional role model and ambassador for the Trust THRIVE Values.
Utilise highly effective communication skills to ensure that staff are fully informed of developments, objectives and news, fostering an inclusive culture at all times.
Ensure staff are engaged and given the opportunity to contribute to decision making, improvement and developments within the department
Support the development and implementation of a robust recruitment and retention strategy across all areas within theatres.
Line manage the Senior Theatre Practitioner Team, providing professional support and development.
Governance
To be a key contributor to a theatre governance strategy which is multidisciplinary in collaboration with the Head of Theatres and clinical teams.
Responsible for maintenance of the risk register for theatres, in collaboration with the Head of Theatres.
Ensure that all services within the area of responsibility meet the Care Quality Commission standards
Generate a culture of safety and governance across all areas of responsibility
Implement effective methods of sharing learning across the whole theatre team..
Financial Management & Business Planning
Support the Head of Theatres and the Lead Nurse- Theatres in ensuring that both pay and non-pay budgets are managed effectively.
Work in close association with the Trust finance team to ensure sound financial management, effective communication and financial reporting.
Assist in identifying and implementing robust Cost Improvement Programmes (CIP) in the department.
Responsible for the delivery of the agreed CIP for the department.
You would be expected to take part in the Theatres Senior manager on-call rota
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
Operational Management
Support the Head of Theatres, the Lead Nurse- Theatres and wider management team in ensuring compliance against the following performance measures; finance, activity and quality providing advice, analysis and information as required.
To be jointly responsible for the 24 hour management of the Theatre complex (along with the Band 7 Senior Practitioners and Theatre Co-ordinator).
Build effective, collaborative relationships that enable work with support services, departments and organisations that impact on theatres, negotiating action and change when necessary.
Provide regular feedback on service performance to the Head of Theatres and wider management team.
Ensure the effective management of the Asset Register and the equipment replacement programme.
Appropriate management, maintenance and procurement of contracts and equipment in collaboration with the procurement team.
Contribute to the business process in relation to bids for capital equipment.
Liaise closely with the procurement team to ensure best value and efficient use of resources.
Responsible for supporting the implementation of new policy and service development within the department.
Responsible for ensuring data quality in theatres and ensure corrective action is taken where data quality problems are detected.
Service Improvement
Understand and manage a developing and changing service, assisting in the development of new ideas, methods of working and encourage staff to do likewise.
Liaise with service managers and clinical leads to understand strategy and the impact/requirements of business cases for theatres.
Undertake strategic and service policy development in conjunction with the Head of Theatres and other professional leads and support the senior team in business planning to support corporate aims and objectives.
Contribute to the development of business cases for service developments in the operating theatres ensuring that the implications of service changes or developments have been accurately assessed.
Work with clinicians, other managers and staff to continuously improve the quality and timelines of services in order to improve the patients, users and staff experience
Leadership and Workforce
Provide visible leadership, guidance and support to staff within the department.
Foster and promote a positive and collaborative culture throughout the department
Consistently act as a professional role model and ambassador for the Trust THRIVE Values.
Utilise highly effective communication skills to ensure that staff are fully informed of developments, objectives and news, fostering an inclusive culture at all times.
Ensure staff are engaged and given the opportunity to contribute to decision making, improvement and developments within the department
Support the development and implementation of a robust recruitment and retention strategy across all areas within theatres.
Line manage the Senior Theatre Practitioner Team, providing professional support and development.
Governance
To be a key contributor to a theatre governance strategy which is multidisciplinary in collaboration with the Head of Theatres and clinical teams.
Responsible for maintenance of the risk register for theatres, in collaboration with the Head of Theatres.
Ensure that all services within the area of responsibility meet the Care Quality Commission standards
Generate a culture of safety and governance across all areas of responsibility
Implement effective methods of sharing learning across the whole theatre team..
Financial Management & Business Planning
Support the Head of Theatres and the Lead Nurse- Theatres in ensuring that both pay and non-pay budgets are managed effectively.
Work in close association with the Trust finance team to ensure sound financial management, effective communication and financial reporting.
Assist in identifying and implementing robust Cost Improvement Programmes (CIP) in the department.
Responsible for the delivery of the agreed CIP for the department.
You would be expected to take part in the Theatres Senior manager on-call rota
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Healthcare Professional NMC/HCPC
- Education, knowledge and experience to degree level or equivalent
- Management/leadership qualification or equivalent experience
- Evidence of Continuous CPD
Desirable
- Project Management Qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience at Leadership level within the Operating Theatre environment
- Significant management experience including operational responsibility
- Experience of managing and motivating a large team or teams
- Experience of producing information, monitoring performance and identifying opportunities for service emplovment
- Being able to lead changes in practice within/beyond a complex environment to improve quality/performance/services
- Proven track record of achieving challenging healthcare standards
Desirable
- Operational site management experience
- Evidence of research and audit experience
Knowledge
Essential
- In depth understanding of HR principles and policies and how to apply them in practice
- Knowledge of national nursing, midwifery and AHP initiatives
- In depth understanding of change management.
- Able to use IT systems including Microsoft Office
- Understanding of the current NHS agenda and health policy including transformation and workforce.
- Knowledge of service improvements and project management.
- Knowledge of risk management and governance
Desirable
- Knowledge of financial and resource management
- o Understanding of the relationship between providers and commissioning organisations
Personal Skills
Essential
- Able to form and maintain excellent professional relationships with all members of the multi professional team
- Effective communication skills both written and verbal - able to provide and receive highly complex, sensitive information and use persuasion, influencing and negotiation with individuals and groups.
- Good analytical and problem solving skills - ability to respond to unexpected demands.
- Ability to work independently and make autonomous decisions, whilst also functioning effectively within the team.
- Ability to embrace, lead and drive change in a complex environment
- Ability to organise and prioritise own workload and direct the work others and adjust plans as required both in the short and long term.
- Able to work flexibly to meet the demands of the role.
- Demonstrates a strong desire to improve performance and services
- Able to lead and direct others to accomplish organisational goals and objectives.
- Ability to participate in an on-call rota
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Healthcare Professional NMC/HCPC
- Education, knowledge and experience to degree level or equivalent
- Management/leadership qualification or equivalent experience
- Evidence of Continuous CPD
Desirable
- Project Management Qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience at Leadership level within the Operating Theatre environment
- Significant management experience including operational responsibility
- Experience of managing and motivating a large team or teams
- Experience of producing information, monitoring performance and identifying opportunities for service emplovment
- Being able to lead changes in practice within/beyond a complex environment to improve quality/performance/services
- Proven track record of achieving challenging healthcare standards
Desirable
- Operational site management experience
- Evidence of research and audit experience
Knowledge
Essential
- In depth understanding of HR principles and policies and how to apply them in practice
- Knowledge of national nursing, midwifery and AHP initiatives
- In depth understanding of change management.
- Able to use IT systems including Microsoft Office
- Understanding of the current NHS agenda and health policy including transformation and workforce.
- Knowledge of service improvements and project management.
- Knowledge of risk management and governance
Desirable
- Knowledge of financial and resource management
- o Understanding of the relationship between providers and commissioning organisations
Personal Skills
Essential
- Able to form and maintain excellent professional relationships with all members of the multi professional team
- Effective communication skills both written and verbal - able to provide and receive highly complex, sensitive information and use persuasion, influencing and negotiation with individuals and groups.
- Good analytical and problem solving skills - ability to respond to unexpected demands.
- Ability to work independently and make autonomous decisions, whilst also functioning effectively within the team.
- Ability to embrace, lead and drive change in a complex environment
- Ability to organise and prioritise own workload and direct the work others and adjust plans as required both in the short and long term.
- Able to work flexibly to meet the demands of the role.
- Demonstrates a strong desire to improve performance and services
- Able to lead and direct others to accomplish organisational goals and objectives.
- Ability to participate in an on-call rota
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
