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Head of Cellular Pathology

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University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Healthcare
  • Brighton & Hove, +3

AI generated summary

  • You should communicate complex information clearly, identify growth opportunities, manage budgets, ensure compliance, deliver KPIs, coordinate audits, and support cervical screening staff effectively.
  • You will lead Cellular Pathology operations, ensure quality standards, manage budgets, oversee performance metrics, and promote service growth and compliance with regulatory bodies.

Requirements

  • Communicate clear positive messages and be able to translate highly complex information into easy to disseminate communications.
  • Identify opportunities for growth, securing new income streams.
  • Contribute to wider strategic planning and the development of growth plans incorporating opportunities for business development, collaborations and other potential areas.
  • Be responsible for the setting and management of the Cellular Pathology budget within agreed financial frameworks and Trust Standing Financial Instructions.
  • Work with the Quality Leads to ensure the service's compliance with regulatory authorities and ensure processes and action plans are in place for inspections.
  • Ensure the delivery of joint qualitative and quantitative key performance indicators (KPIs) for the service.
  • Take responsibility for the overall co-ordination of audits and commission audits to ensure services are fit-for-purpose, competitively priced and delivered appropriately within the service delivery remit.
  • Provide up-to-date and meaningful information for the Pathology Management Board and to other senior management teams outside Pathology.
  • Ensure that appropriately skilled and supported staff are identified to act as the CSPL for the Trust for the NHS cervical screening programme.
  • Reporting to the Chief Executive or their nominated deputy on behalf of the CE via the Pathology Management Board.

Responsibilities

  • The post holder is one of the Pathology Senior Management & Leadership Team and will provide Strategic and Operational leadership and management to the Cellular Pathology workforce and services.
  • Working in partnership with other members of the Directorate Management Team, the post holder will promote effective governance and ensure that the department delivers the highest standard of service.
  • They will be responsible for ensuring all clinical and non-clinical performance indicators, targets and objectives are met in line with national and local standards.
  • Working with the Directorate Management Team, the post holder will contribute to the development, delivery and translation of Divisional and Trust clinical service strategies, corporate and divisional objectives and the development and implementation of business plans and service developments.
  • The post holder will take a lead role in ensuring that quality, performance, CIP and budgetary targets are monitored and improvement plans are devised and implemented where necessary to enable compliance.
  • Communicate clear positive messages and be able to translate highly complex information into easy to disseminate communications.
  • Identify opportunities for growth, securing new income streams.
  • Contribute to wider strategic planning and the development of growth plans incorporating opportunities for business development, collaborations and other potential areas.
  • Be responsible for the setting and management of the Cellular Pathology budget within agreed financial frameworks and Trust Standing Financial Instructions.
  • Work with the Quality Leads to ensure the service's compliance with regulatory authorities and ensure processes and action plans are in place for inspections.
  • Ensure the delivery of joint qualitative and quantitative key performance indicators (KPls) for the service.
  • Take responsibility for the overall co-ordination of audits and commission audits to ensure services are fit-for-purpose, competitively priced and delivered appropriately within the service delivery remit.
  • Provide up-to-date and meaningful information for the Pathology Management Board and to other senior management teams outside Pathology.
  • Ensure that appropriately skilled and supported staff are identified to act as the CSPL for the Trust for the NHS cervical screening programme.
  • Reporting to the Chief Executive or their nominated deputy on behalf of the CE via the Pathology Management Board.

FAQs

What is the main responsibility of the Head of Cellular Pathology?

The main responsibility is to provide strategic and operational leadership and management to the Cellular Pathology workforce and services, ensuring high standards of service and compliance with performance indicators and objectives.

Who does the Head of Cellular Pathology report to?

The Head of Cellular Pathology reports to the Chief Executive or their nominated deputy via the Pathology Management Board.

What kind of initiatives does the Head of Cellular Pathology lead?

The Head of Cellular Pathology leads initiatives related to quality, performance improvement, budget management, compliance with regulatory authorities, and the development of clinical service strategies.

Is diversity a priority at UHSussex?

Yes, diversity is a strength at UHSussex, and the organization is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all staff and patients.

What support is available for staff well-being?

UHSussex offers an extensive Wellbeing Programme designed to support staff when they need it, recognizing the importance of looking after oneself in order to care for others.

Will there be opportunities for professional development?

Yes, UHSussex values learning, teaching, and training, and provides opportunities for growth and development throughout your career.

What are the expectations for communication in this role?

The Head of Cellular Pathology is expected to communicate clear positive messages and translate complex information into easily understandable communications.

Are there opportunities for growth and business development in this position?

Yes, the role involves identifying opportunities for growth, securing new income streams, and contributing to strategic planning for business development.

What kind of performance indicators will the Head of Cellular Pathology be responsible for?

The Head of Cellular Pathology will be responsible for delivering joint qualitative and quantitative key performance indicators (KPIs) for the service.

Is there support for new staff in adapting to the role?

Yes, UHSussex can offer a buddy system to help new members settle in and feel supported in their new role.

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University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2021
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest acute trusts in the UK and provides a wide range of clinical services to people in West Sussex, Brighton and Hove, and parts of East Sussex. Our seven hospitals host more than 1.5 million outpatient appointments, A&E visits and surgery cases every year and employ nearly 20,000 staff.