Band 7 Ophthalmic Technical Service Manager inBirmingham inBirmingham PUBLISHED
MON 23 DEC 2024
The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic leader, responsible for recruitment, retention, and staff development, aligning with the Trust's values of Kind, Connected, and Bold. This challenging yet rewarding position provides an opportunity to play a vital role in enhancing service delivery in a high-demand environment at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Birmingham.
Recognised as one of the largest NHS Trusts -- University Hospitals Birmingham is at the forefront of clinical research and is globally recognised as a centre of excellence in the development of new treatments and complex care.
The work undertaken in Ophthalmology departments at Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Heartlands, Solihull and Good Hope Hospitals accounts for 13% of UHB's annual activity.
As demand for services increases, we are now opening applications for the Band 7 Ophthalmic Technical Services Manager to join us at the QE.
This vital role will lead our dedicated technician team working alongside Ophthalmologists, Nurses, Orthoptists, Optometrists, administrative staff and health care assistants.
As the Technical Service Manager your role will be varied, often challenging and always rewarding. With a mixture of clinical activity and leadership you will be an enthusiastic, creative leader who encourages colleague development whilst ensuring clinical governance is maintained and patients are treated and cared for.
As Technical Services Manager you will be responsible for the planning and coordination of the diagnostic service at the QE, ensuring that the technicians undertake the diagnostic tests required by clinicians in a timely and accurate manner. You will be required to contribute to the development of departmental policies, protocols and guidelines and ensure that they are adhered to.
This opportunity will also see you undertake a range of diagnostic investigations to include HVF, GVF, OCT, retinal imaging, immersion biometry and UBM and you will be responsible for delivering theoretical and practical training to staff to ensure they meet departmental competency standards.
As an inspiring Leader, you will be charged with all aspects of the employee experience including recruitment, retention and development. Success will see you aligned to our values of Kind, Connected and Bold.
If we've sparked an interest, you are invited to apply.
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