Team Leader - Day Case Theatre Ward

Job summary

THEATRES, ANAESTHETICS, CRITICAL CARE, PRE-OP AND PAIN DIRECTORATE

DAY CASE THEATRE WARD

BAND 6 - Permanent FULL TIME

The post holder will provide day-to-day clinical and operational leadership of the Day Case Theatre Ward, taking responsibility for theorganisation of ward activity, effective management of staff, and optimal use of resources to ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality and efficient day-case care.

Main duties of the job

Some duties include:

• Provide effective clinical and operational leadership to all Day Case Ward staff during each shift.

• Support the Speciality Manager, Deputy Matron, Matron and Theatre Manager in the development and delivery of Day Case and day surgery services

• Assistsenior leaders in managing and leading service change within the Day Surgery Ward to improve patient care, experience,productivityand outcomes, in line withAfPPguidance and national day surgery best practice.

• Develop andmaintaineffective working relationships with colleagues across disciplines, including theatres, anaesthetics,pre-assessment,recoveryand support services, to ensure seamless patient pathways.

• Ensure patients progress safely and efficiently along agreed,evidence-basedday case care pathways aligned to GIRFT principles.

About us

At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.

As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.

As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information - inclusive practice people promise.

Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.

Please click below to view our EDI page: Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion - The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust (dgft.nhs.uk)