Endoscopy unit manager

Job overview

Working Full time : 37.5 hours per week

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a department manager within the endoscopy unit at the Countess of Chester NHS Foundation Trust.

The successful candidate will lead the nursing workforce to deliver safe, kind and effective care to patients attending the unit.  They will be responsible for the line management of the nursing team, staff development and upholding patient safety at all times.  There are several service improvement projects currently underway within the department which will require a dedicated leader to inspire staff and other stakeholders to engage in continuous improvement.

The successful candidate will ideally be competent in all aspects of clinical practice / endoscopy techniques and procedures within the Endoscopy speciality.   They will have an awareness and understanding of JAG (Joint Advisory Group) standards and be able to lead the unit in line with these.

We are looking for a leader who will demonstrate a strong clinical presence and who will embrace the departments approach towards shared governance and empower staff to reach their potential.

Main duties of the job

As the Unit Manager you will be accountable for the quality of care delivered to patients and families by your team.  Through your leadership you will manage all resources, including your budget, effectively, whilst ensuring the highest standards of care to patients. Through excellent communication and commitment to your team you will ensure compliance with all Corporate and Divisional objectives and continuous professional development.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

See Job Description for further details.

Recruitment selection processes are based on competence (see Person specification) and values.

Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £27.50 (standard) or £55.50 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first three months of employment.

You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies.

New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.

Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post, we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.

Good luck with your application.