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Director of Operations

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior & Expert Level
  • Healthcare
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Nottingham

AI generated summary

  • You must have strong operational leadership experience, be skilled in business planning and quality improvement, and ensure performance targets and clinical governance are met across the care group.
  • You will lead operational management, drive performance targets, ensure quality service, manage governance, and identify opportunities for improvement across the Care Group.

Requirements

  • Director of Operations for Medicine (please apply using the relevant vacancy on Trac)
  • Director of Operations for Family Health (please apply using this vacancy)
  • IMPORTANT: These roles are being advertised together as they share a generic job description. Please read all attached documents for full details.
  • The Care Group Director of Operations will have specific responsibilities and accountabilities across their Care Group for successful operational leadership and management across our sites, ensuring supportive and responsive operational management leadership of our hospitals.
  • The post holder will play a key role in business planning, quality improvement and delivery and will help lead the development of a high performing and supportive culture across NUH.
  • They will play a key role in ensuring the Trust delivers on the full range of performance targets. They will work autonomously to ensure a high quality of service to patients, visitors and colleagues, including management of clinical governance, healthcare standards and risk.
  • The post holder will work closely with all professions across NUH, and will work to identify and implement opportunities for improved productivity, efficiency and clinical quality.

Responsibilities

  • The Care Group Director of Operations will have specific responsibilities and accountabilities across their Care Group for successful operational leadership and management across our sites, ensuring supportive and responsive operational management leadership of our hospitals.
  • The post holder will play a key role in business planning, quality improvement and delivery and will help lead the development of a high performing and supportive culture across NUH.
  • They will play a key role in ensuring the Trust delivers on the full range of performance targets.
  • They will work autonomously to ensure a high quality of service to patients, visitors and colleagues, including management of clinical governance, healthcare standards and risk.
  • The post holder will work closely with all professions across NUH, and will work to identify and implement opportunities for improved productivity, efficiency and clinical quality.

FAQs

What are the key responsibilities of the Director of Operations roles?

The key responsibilities include successful operational leadership and management across care groups, business planning, quality improvement, ensuring compliance with performance targets, and managing clinical governance and healthcare standards.

What teams will the Directors of Operations be working with?

The Directors of Operations will be part of a leadership team that includes a Clinical Director, a Director of Nursing and Professions, and, for the Family Health role, a Director of Midwifery.

What qualifications are preferred for the Director of Operations position?

Candidates should have significant leadership experience in a healthcare setting, along with a proven ability to deliver complex agendas and manage operational challenges.

Is there a specific focus for the Directors of Operations in terms of areas of care?

Yes, there are two distinct roles: one for Medicine and another for Family Health.

What is the work environment like at Nottingham University Hospitals?

The work environment is dynamic and collaborative, focusing on high-quality healthcare delivery and fostering a culture of support and high performance across the organization.

How does NUH support professional development for its staff?

NUH offers numerous personal development opportunities and is committed to turning jobs into long-term careers.

Are there any diversity and inclusion initiatives in place?

Yes, NUH is committed to diversity and welcomes applications from individuals who identify as Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic or Disabled, as they aim for better representation.

Who can I contact for more information about the position?

For further details or informal visits, you can contact Andrew Hall, Chief Operating Officer, at andrew.hall14@nhs.net or by calling 0115 924 9924 (extension 80241).

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