Job Description

Ready to take the next step in your career?

We have an exciting and rare opportunity in Main Theatres, Royal Preston for a band 7 clinical manager for Elective Scrub.



We are seeking a full-time Band 7 Scrub Clinical Manager to join our dynamic team. This role offers a blend of clinical and non-clinical responsibilities, supporting theatre teams while undertaking key leadership duties.



Are you passionate about leading and inspiring teams? Do you thrive in promoting a positive, collaborative culture and delivering high standards of care? If so, we want to hear from you.



As Clinical Manager, you will provide professional leadership and expert guidance on quality and safety initiatives across Main Theatres. You'll be a visible and proactive role model, driving excellence and supporting staff development.



Main Theatres comprises of 16 operating theatres and 2 interventional suites covering over 12 specialities. We are looking for a leader with the drive, passion, and vision to help shape the elective programme.

Key Responsibilities:

You will oversee a range of specialties within the elective pathway including Robot, Gynaecology, Urology, Upper GI, Colorectal, Dental/Maxillofacial and ENT. You will need to have extensive scrub experience within the theatre environment along with the ability to provide strong leadership and clear direction to your team. You'll be expected to champion research and development opportunities, driving innovation and continuous improvement.



Working alongside three peer scrub Clinical Managers you will ensure all areas of the elective theatres are safely staffed, s upport the Theatre Coordinator in decision-making and problem-solving and e scalate concerns and issues to the Matron as appropriate.



You will play a vital role in engaging with staff and students, offering clinical supervision and expert advice to help them reach their full potential. A proactive and positive approach is essential, particularly in identifying issues and implementing standards that ensure a safe, clean, and well-organised environment.



Why Join Us?



At Lancashire Teaching Hospitals, you'll be part of a team of over 10,000 dedicated professionals working together to deliver high-quality care to our patients. Whether your role is clinical or non-clinical, you'll be helping to care for 370,000 people locally and providing specialist services to 1.5 million people across Lancashire and Cumbria.



Working with us means being part of something truly meaningful. Every task you undertake contributes to the wellbeing of our patients and staff, helping us to thrive and deliver outstanding healthcare across our communities.



You'll benefit from a wide range of development opportunities, gain new skills, meet fantastic colleagues, and experience things you may never have imagined. You'll learn about hospital life, collaborate with professionals from diverse roles, and build a career that makes a real impact.



We encourage bold thinking and innovation. You'll be challenged to think differently, help drive improvements, and be part of a team that puts patient care and experience at the heart of everything we do. Your role will be pivotal--and something to be genuinely proud of.



As Scrub Clinical Manager, you will play a pivotal role in promoting and maintaining high clinical standards and professional practice within the theatre environment. You will provide strong leadership and clear direction, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective, and compassionate care.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Standards :

Lead by example, monitoring and maintaining standards of care and professional practice, while fostering a culture of excellence and accountability.

Financial Oversight:

Manage specialist theatre budgets, identifying opportunities for savings and efficiencies to support cost-effective service delivery.

Operational Planning:

Maintain strong links with surgical specialties to support effective workstream planning and implementation, maximising theatre utilisation.

Patient-Centred Care:

Ensure the planning, delivery, and evaluation of care meets the personalised health and wellbeing needs of patients, aligned with the Trust's Values, HCPC, and the Nursing & Midwifery Professional Framework.

Staff Development:

Act as a role model, providing clinical supervision, guidance, and support to staff and students, helping them reach their full potential.

Clinical Support:

Work clinically to support the theatres, offering leadership and hands-on expertise to the team.

Environment Management:

Ensure the productive operation of the clinical area, maintaining a safe, clean, and organised environment.

Policy Implementation:

Develop and implement policies and procedures that promote effective and efficient theatre utilisation.