Service Manager for Diagnostics Heart, Lung and Diagnostics Division

Overview

We are inviting applications from enthusiastic and committed individuals with proven leadership and management skills to join a rapidly expanding organisation as Service Manager for Diagnostic services including imaging and laboratory services. The GJNUH hosts the regional WoS Cardiothoracic Service and three national services; Scottish National Advanced Heart Failure Service, Scottish Adult Cardiac Congenital Services and the Scottish Pulmonary Vascular Unit, in addition to delivering national elective services as part of the National Waiting Times Centre. GJNUH provides essential waiting times imaging for all Health Boards in NHS Scotland, along with specialist cardiac imaging services as part of the regional Cardiothoracic Centre. The Radiology department provides imaging across modalities such as CT, MRI (General and Cardiac), Ultrasound, DXA, Theatres and Plain Film, and supports regional interventional Cardiology services via 5 Cardiac Cath Labs. The Radiology equipment profile is in excess of £11 million, delivering approximately 84,000 imaging procedures per annum. Excellent onsite laboratory services include biochemistry, haematology and microbiology. The Service Manager will be instrumental in supporting and leading the development of laboratory services, and will play a key role in leading further growth of diagnostic services in line with the Board Strategy.Responsibilities

Lead the development and ongoing management of diagnostic services, including imaging and laboratory services.Provide strategic direction and leadership for the Radiology and Laboratory departments to meet service user needs and Board strategy.Support and drive service redesign and continuous improvement on a busy acute site.Collaborate with regional and national services to deliver national waiting times targets and elective services.Qualifications

Degree or equivalent with specialist knowledge in healthcare service management and a relevant post-graduate qualification.Operational management experience in a busy acute site with a proven track record in service redesign and improvement.Additional information

To arrange a visit or for informal enquiries contact: Mrs Alex McGuire, Deputy Director of Heart, Lung and Diagnostic Services, telephone 0141 9515025, Email: alex.mcguire@gjnh.scot.nhs.ukNHS Golden Jubilee is open to considering flexible working options for this role.This vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications is received; please apply early to avoid disappointment.As a disability confident leader we are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are inclusive and accessible to all. If you have a disability or long-term health condition covered by the Equality Act 2010 and need support for any stage of the recruitment process please refer to the job pack for more information.NHS Golden Jubilee encourages applications from all sections of the community and promotes a culture of inclusion and diversity.Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Job ..... full job details .....