Job Description

We are seeking an engaging, enthusiastic and experienced individual to provide operational leadership for the Paediatric Imaging Service.



Responsible for a range of professional leadership duties including the operational management of the waiting lists and capacity within their designated area of responsibility as well as ensuring that administrative and clinical processes are co-ordinated and managed to deliver both governance and performance functions.



The post holder will be a key member of the Imaging Management Team and will provide essential managerial support and leadership in order to:



Provide effective day-to-day operational management of the paediatric imaging service.

Develop and contribute to cross site service plans and projects, including change initiatives as required to ensure the service is delivered effectively.

Manage the business activities of the paediatric imaging service in accordance with Trust policies and within allocated resources.

To continuously develop the most effective, efficient and cost-effective structure for the future delivery of those services with the involvement of clinicians, professionals and commissioners.

To meet imaging performance targets in alignment with DM01 and the Cancer PTL.

To take a proactive role in continuous improvement of equitable cross site services.

To be a delegated budget holder and authorised signatory for specialties pay and non-pay budgets, including accountability for revenue budgets and procurement of capital equipment (with Trust delegated limits).



At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.



We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.



As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.



We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Candidate Information Pack:

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/



Use leadership and influencing skills to enthuse, engage and maintain effective two way channels of communication within the service area and to involve individuals and teams within service areas of responsibility to ensure delivery of relevant targets. Responsible for managing, coordinating and addressing escalations for urgent imaging requests as and when required Establish lines of communication with other colleagues in the Trust and wider healthcare community, to ensure that services are integrated and opportunities for improvements are maximised. Ensure that good practice is identified and shared within the Division and wider organisation where appropriate. Using the highest degree of motivational and negotiating skills, ensure an atmosphere of collaboration across the service area to deliver a programme of continuous improvement in a challenging and demanding environment. Develop political judgment and astuteness in understanding and working with policy and diverse interest groups, and judgement in knowing when to escalate upwards, interpreting and implementing changes to respond to policy developments. Analyse and communicate highly complex verbal and written data to relevant stakeholders (internal and external), ensuring all information concerning performance in all areas is communicated and understood and managed confidentially where appropriate. Negotiate with others to reach a decision/conclusion to complex problems and to use appropriate influencing skills with supporting departments to ensure the needs of the service are met. Challenge internal and external parties where necessary to overcome barriers to change and understanding and to ensure that learning is shared and that risks are mitigated and reduced. Demonstrate effective stakeholder management across different departments at all levels. Respond to and resolve conflict between different stakeholders when this arises through facilitation or other appropriate mechanisms. Attend, lead and participate in departmental meetings. * Demonstrate empathy, compassion and diplomacy to communicate effectively with patients and relatives to resolve issues that may arise