Senior Operations Manager (internal only) in Exeter

To provide operational managerial leadership with the support of the General Manager/Head of Service, Clinical Director and Leads, and Nursing/AHP leads within Critical Care/Theatres in order to:

• Be accountable for the day-to-day activities within Critical Care/Theatres in accordance with Trust policies and within allocated resources.
• Manage the day-to-day activities of Theatres across acute and community sites across both Northern and Eastern sites, as well as ITU, Anaesthetics and Recovery, Preparation for Surgery and Pain Management - in accordance with Trust policies and within allocated resources.
• Continuously develop the most efficient and cost-effective structure for the future delivery of Services within Critical Care with the involvement of clinicians, professionals and other key stakeholders.
• Meet performance targets for quality, volume and cost.
• Take a proactive role in the continuous service improvement of Critical Care.
• Be the delegated budget holder for pay and non-pay resources for Critical Care.

The Surgical Services Division at the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is home to a wide range of surgical specialities and we are currently looking for an enthusiastic, experienced and highly motivated manager for Critical Care and Theatres. This is a key post within Surgical Services and the successful candidate will work very closely with the Clinical Director, Clinical Leads, Senior Nurses and senior divisional team to ensure the continued improvement of the already excellent clinical care provided across a wide ranged portfolio, including theatres, anaesthetics, ITU, pain management and prep for surgery across both Northern and Eastern sites.

You will be self-motivated and committed to developing services with the ability to lead, motivate and support a multi-disciplinary team of staff demonstrating honesty, integrity and fairness at all times. You will possess dedication and tenacity to ensure the services within Critical Care provide safe, high quality & effective care, ensuring delivery of local and national requirements and will have proven experience of working in a fast-paced environment. Your excellent communication skills will be vital in order to build effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels. You will be a problem solver, able to analyse complex data with the ability to influence and negotiate to achieve the best outcomes for patients and the team. You will report to the General Manager and it is essential that you will bring previous and relevant experience of managing a hospital service.

This is a truly dynamic and exciting opportunity for the right candidate to join a forward thinking, cohesive team in the Surgical Services Care Group.

Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week. Monday- Friday (including on calls).

This is an internal vacancy for Royal Devon employees, therefore Bank workers are currently not eligible to apply for this vacancy.

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

About Us: Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.

Our values are at the heart of everything we do. It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.

Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies. If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.

Salary is not the only financial benefit. You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:

• National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
• Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter.
• Car lease schemes.
• The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
• Cycle to work scheme.

These are just a few of the benefits available – if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.