The post holder will provide operational management of the Patient Access Centre team to support the Access Centre Manager to maintain and continually develop speciality services within the Access Centre. In addition to this, the post holder will provide project management support to the the Patient Hub project, to support the delivery of a new Patient Engagement Portal (PEP), with the aim of reshaping our digital communication with patients and enhancing the overall patient experience at Liverpool Women's Hospital.
The post holder will form an integral part of the Family Health Operational team and will be required to support on going initiatives within the division.
Main duties of the job
To provide business support to the Deputy Divisional Manager to support the delivery of safe and effective services within the division, ensuring that all targets, deadlines and objectives are delivered as appropriate.
To work with the digital services team to provide project management support to ensure the delivery of the new patient engagement portal.
Manage and supervise all secretarial, clerical and waiting list posts within the directorate(s)
Act up in the absence of the Access Manager as required
To actively ensure the most effective deployment of resources to deliver activity, capacity and demand as required.
Ensure local Key Performance Indicators are monitored and escalated.
To work with the Access Manager to ensure waiting list targets and/or key performance indicators are achieved.
Attend operational meetings relevant to capacity and demand planning.
To monitor utilisation of clinical resources
To ensure all patients clinical appointments are booked within target time and take immediate action to resolve any issues
Assist with the planning and delivery of departmental meetings including collating data and information, creating presentations and capturing minutes and actions where required.
About us
Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust delivers the highest standards of care for women, babies and families. Each year we deliver over 7,500 babies, carry out over 49,000 gynaecological inpatient and outpatient procedures, care for over 1,000 poorly & preterm new-borns, perform around 1,000 IVF cycles and have over 4,000 genetic appointments taking place. We believe that this along with a strong dedication to research & innovation makes us the specialist health provider of choice in Europe for women, babies and families.
We have some of the leading experts in their field, which has been showcased on national TV and news, making our teams famous across the world for professionalism, skill & compassion.
The Trust is constantly innovating and evolving its services to provide the most cutting edge and modern care possible. As well as developing services on our current site we have long-term aspirations for the future. We have recently launched a number of new strategies which provide a detailed long-term plan for our services.
Check out why Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust is a great place to work using the links below:
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Online brochure: https://www.liverpoolwomens.nhs.uk/media/4121/recruitment-pack-great-place-to-work-16pp-v4-final.pdf
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will provide day to day management of the Patient Access Centre team to support the Access Centre Manager to operationally maintain and continually develop speciality services within the Access Centre. In addition to this, the post holder will provide operational and project management support to the the Patient Hub project, to support the delivery of a new Patient Engagement Portal (PEP), with the aim of reshaping our digital communication with patients and enhancing the overall patient experience at Liverpool Womens Hospital
The post holder will provide business support to the Deputy Divisional Manager to assist in the delivery of safe and effective clinical services within the division, ensuring that all targets, deadlines and objectives are delivered as appropriate.
The post holder will work with the digital services programme manager to provide operational and project management support to ensure the delivery of the new patient engagement portal. This includes the requirement to attend meetings and coordinate work to ensure good progress with this project within a given timeframe.
Contribute to ensuring robust clinical governance systems are in place, which incorporates clinical incidents, claims, clinical guidelines and procedures.
Manage and supervise all secretarial, clerical and waiting list posts within the directorate(s)
Assist in the investigation and response to clinical incidents and complaints within appropriate timescales
Act up in the absence of the Access Manager as required
The post holder will be expected to liaise with a wide range of healthcare professionals, nursing support and administration teams on a day-to-day basis to assist with waiting list targets, managing operations and service improvement.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Operational/Performance Management
To actively assist in the management of throughput within the directorate, working in partnership with Deputy Divisional Manager and Access Manager to ensure the most effective deployment of resources to deliver activity, capacity and demand as required.
To assist in the management of the performance of the directorate/departments and ensure local Key Performance Indicators (KPI) are monitored and escalated.
To provide administrative support to clinical teams as determined within agreed portfolio of services e.g., Clinical Lead support
Support the Clerical teams ensuring that all work is completed in a timely way and patient queries are managed and escalated appropriately.
To work with the Access Manager to ensure waiting list targets and/or key performance indicators are achieved (inclusive of gynaecology services, ante natal services, out-patients, deliveries, Fetal Medicine, Elective & Emergency C-Section activity and sub-speciality led Consultant Appointments. Escalate any potential capacity issues to the Access Manager.
Attend operational meetings relevant to capacity and demand planning and ensure actions are completed.
To work closely with the medical, nursing and midwifery teams to ensure capacity and demand is achieved.
To co-ordinate the arrangement of complex cases, working with stakeholders to ensure women and families access the right services with appropriate support both internal to Liverpool Womens Hospital and with other NHS Trusts
To monitor utilisation of clinical resources within agreed portfolio of services
To contribute to the development of operational objectives within the directorate(s) which are consistent with the Divisions objectives
To contribute to the development of effective clinical governance, risk management and controls assurance systems, ensuring that procedures are embedded into the culture of the division.
To ensure all patients clinical appointments are booked within target time and take immediate action to resolve any issues.
To undertake local projects as agreed with the Divisional Manager and Deputy Divisional Manager.
Comply with the Data Protection Act and Caldicott guidelines in relation to confidential data.
Assist with the development and implementation of local standard operating procedures.
Assist with the planning and delivery of departmental meetings including collating data and information, creating presentations and capturing minutes and actions where required.
Support the Divisional Manager and Deputy Divisional Manager in the delivery of capital plans for agreed services, ensuring that items are listed for replacement and collating information for new equipment requirements.
Financial Management/Business Planning
Assist in the development of business plans for clinical service areas.
Assist the Deputy Divisional Manager in the effective management of the administration budgets and contribute to the delivery of CIP saving as required.
Analyse and oversee correct collection of data, systems and figures to support PbR and income for all speciality related clinics.
Human Resource Management
To provide management of the administrative staff within the Access Centre and assist with recruitment, disciplinary and grievance issues.
To ensure all administrative staff within the specialities have an annual performance review and a live development plan.
To ensure all staff undertake all mandatory training in a planned and phased approach throughout each financial year.
Promote effective two-way communication throughout the directorate, including responsibility for team brief.
To co-ordinate the investigation of patient/staff complaints, serious untoward incidents etc. under the supervision of the Specialty Lead and/or Lead Nurse.
To actively manage sickness absence to agreed targets and coordinate return to work plans.
Person Specification
Skills, Knowledge & Aptitude
Essential
* Knowledge of administrative and management procedures and practices.
* Ability to interpret performance information and develop actions.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
* Good organisational skills and ability to plan and prioritise effectively.
* Ability to use own initiative.
* IT skills including basic Microsoft Office- awareness of data quality issues.
* Ability to work under pressure/deadlines capacity for staff motivation.
* Excellent management skills and ability to manage conflict.
* Able to effectively provide, receive and communicate complex or sensitive information, requiring tact and empathy.
* Able to build relationships with patients and colleagues in order to be able to gather the required information to make an informed decision about the care pathway.
* Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively with patients in potentially distressing situations.
Desirable
* Presentation and training skills.
* Experience of managing staff meetings.
* Experience of Meditech.
* Understanding of Trust policies and NHS agenda.
* Knowledge of the Trust's rules regarding confidentiality.
* Knowledge of the Trust's procedures for dealing with complaints.
Qualifications & Learning
Essential
* Developed to degree level in a health related subject (or equivalent experience)
* ILM Level 3 in Management and Leadership or Equivalent
* Business or IT Qualification
* Good standard of maths and English
Desirable
* Proven experience in a clerical role within the NHS
* Proven experience of staff management.
* Leadership Qualification
Experience
Essential
* Experience working in the Hospital Administration setting
* Experience of managing and supervising a team
* Experience of working to deadlines and targets
* Experience of managing front line complaints and assisting with investigating incidents
* Experience of Finance and supporting income/expenditure
* Experience of working with medical staff and health care professionals
* Extensive experience supporting patient outpatient and inpatient services
Other
Essential
* Adaptable to the needs of the service
* Proactively maintain all mandatory training requirements and undertake training for continuous development
* Able to meet flexible needs of the role
* Clean and smart appearance
Desirable
* Ability to work flexibly
* Assertive
* Self-motivated and enthusiastic.
Employer details
Employer name
Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Liverpool Women's Hospital
Liverpool
L8 7SS
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