Are you a skilled leader with extensive experience in acute healthcare settings and a passion for driving excellence in treatment and diagnosis standards? JBAF Consulting is seeking an experienced Operational Manager to lead initiatives that enhance healthcare delivery and optimise pathways across multiple NHS trust sites.
Job Opportunity: Operational Manager (Performance-Focused)
Location: London (Onsite/Hybrid) Duration: (May – December 2025) Organisation: JBAF Consulting Salary: TBC
About the Role As an Operational Manager, you will:
* Ensure Compliance with Standards: Oversee adherence to healthcare/NHS constitutional guidelines for timely patient diagnosis and treatment, focusing on pathways that meet and exceed performance targets.
* Optimise Processes: Identify bottlenecks in workflows, implement strategic improvements, and drive rapid and accurate patient care.
* Collaborate Across Sites: Partner with operational leads and healthcare providers to align service delivery with performance expectations, identifying gaps and creating solutions to improve outcomes.
* Deliver Informed Reporting: Develop detailed monthly and quarterly reports, including performance analysis and actionable recommendations for internal and regional healthcare stakeholders.
* Maximise Resource Efficiency: Strategically manage resources to ensure effective allocation and delivery of patient care in acute healthcare settings.
About You We’re looking for someone with:
* Extensive Healthcare Operational Experience: Proven ability to manage operations within acute care environments, with a strong focus on meeting diagnostic and treatment targets.
* Proven Performance Expertise: Experience addressing diagnostic challenges and driving measurable improvements in care pathways.
* Technical Skills: Proficiency in designing and implementing dashboards to monitor performance and inform decision-making.
* Knowledge of MDTs: Solid understanding of multidisciplinary teams and administrative processes in acute care contexts.
* Exceptional Communication Skills: Ability to produce clear, actionable reports and collaborate effectively across healthcare sites and stakeholder groups.
* Leadership and Problem-Solving Abilities: A results-driven mindset, capable of navigating complex challenges and fostering excellence in healthcare delivery.
* Operational Expertise: Proven experience in managing healthcare operations, resolving diagnostic and performance challenges, with radiology department experience considered a bonus.
* Time Management and Systems Knowledge: Strong organisational skills, proactive approach, and a solid understanding of healthcare systems and workflows to enhance efficiency and deliver results.
What We Offer Joining JBAF Consulting offers the chance to:
* Lead transformative projects that improve patient care and operational efficiency.
* Ensure compliance with healthcare standards for diagnosis and treatment excellence.
* Collaborate with dedicated professionals in a dynamic and supportive environment.
If you’re ready to take on a rewarding role that drives operational excellence in the healthcare sector, we’d love to hear from you!