Job overview

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.

 

Working for our organisation

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.

It is an exciting time to join the newly formed Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. We run two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Our 7,500 staff provide high quality care for a growing population of around 700,000 across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas.

 

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. Travel between hospital sites may be required. We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.