Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
About the Role:
Lead a clinical team in Manchester Foundation Trust’s Acute Theatres, ensuring safe, smooth, and efficient perioperative processes. Support patients through the anaesthetic and recovery stages, providing expert care and maintaining a high standard of clinical practice.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage a clinical area, taking responsibility for daily operations.
- Manage team performance, addressing HR issues, and supporting colleague development to achieve KPIs.
- Act as deputy to the Clinical Coordinator, facilitating effective clinical practice and patient care.
- Provide expert, patient-focused care according to Trust policies and procedures.
- Prioritize and organize care within the multidisciplinary team, ensuring high-quality perioperative care.
- Facilitate communication between team members and associated departments, providing sensitive information to patients and relatives.
- Lead by example, maintaining a professional environment and resolving conflicts in the absence of the Clinical Coordinator.
- Support and educate colleagues (including students, ODPs, medical students, and junior colleagues).
- Facilitate annual development and review processes for assigned colleagues.
Skills and Expertise:
- Proven leadership and communication skills.
- Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills.
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team in a high-technical environment.
- Thorough and conscientious approach to patient care.
- Expertise in anaesthetic and recovery techniques.
- Knowledge of relevant Trust policies and procedures.
Why Join Us:
Manchester Foundation Trust (MFT) is a large NHS Trust offering a unique opportunity to contribute to a collaborative and transformative environment. MFT champions collaborative working, offers a wealth of growth opportunities and a comprehensive package of benefits. The Trust is dedicated to a digitally enabled approach to care, and is an active research centre with a strong commitment to sustainability.