Deputy Service Manager

Job overview

We have an exciting opportunity in our Surgery Care Group to recruit a Deputy Service Manager in General Surgery, specifically Vascular & Breast Surgery.

The department is looking for an enthusiastic and well-organised individual with an eye for problem solving. The successful candidate will offer administrative and operational support to the department, working closely with the clinical team to ensure we provide a high-quality service to patients.

This post offers excellent opportunities for progression, alongside the opportunity to experience and understand how a surgical department functions. Here in General Surgery we are a close-knit and friendly team looking to appoint a candidate who enjoys building relationships and improving patient care.

The post is based at York Hospital, however it may be necessary to occasionally work at other Trust sites.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Please note: The post may become Permanent at the end of this Fixed Term/Secondment.

Main duties of the job

If you are currently employed by the Trust and you wish to apply for this role on a secondment basis, please seek permission from your current line manager before applying for the post.

Tasks will include, but are not limited to; admin support, staff management and ensuring the efficiency of RTT and cancer pathways. This may include contacting and booking specific patients, tracking next steps and patients' likely pathways through the department and working with clinicians/all staff groups to overcome challenges.

In addition, you will be responsible for co-ordinating the Consultant and Specialist rota and for keeping this up to date with leave requests. You will also assist with the planning of clinics, theatre lists and ensuring effective use of clinical sessions.

You will be required to liaise regularly with Senior Managers in the Care Group as well as numerous clinicians in the department. You will deputise for the Service Manager where necessary.

The role is fast-paced, varied and ideal for anyone who enjoys working in a team.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

A full description of the role is available in the attachment.

Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.

Working for the Trust

Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.

Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities.  We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds.  If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: yhs-tr.[email protected].

As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment.  It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can.  We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.

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