Theatre and Endoscopy Manager

Job responsibilities

We have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated, experienced and qualified Theatre and Endoscopy Manager to join our Theatre team based in Hemel Hempstead. You will join us on a full-time, permanent term basis, and in return, you will receive a salary in the range of £58,000.00 - £60,000.00 pa DOE plus benefits.

About Us

At OSD Healthcare, we are pioneering a new approach to private healthcare. We are committed to combining the skills of our healthcare professionals with the very best in medical technology, ensuring we deliver the best possible care to our patients.

Our mission is to make private healthcare affordable and accessible, providing outstanding patient care - 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Our flagship outpatient, dental, physio and diagnostic clinic features state-of-the-art equipment and an exceptional, quality environment for patients and staff.

We have extended our service offering our day case theatres on site. Patient pathways and continuity of care are of the utmost importance to us and we believe that the ability to offer consultations, testing, imaging and surgery under one roof will positively impact our patients experience with us. Our aim is to provide the very best in healthcare in the fastest possible time. No case is too small, and every case is as important to us as it is to our patients.

Situated in Hemel Hempstead with free on-site parking and easy access to the M1 and M25, this is a unique opportunity to join a growing organisation, helping to shape our services and deliver outstanding care to each and every one of our patients.

About the role

Your responsibilities will include to:

• provide leadership and strategic direction for the theatre and endoscopy services.
• support the day-to-day management of the services and empower the leads to actively manage the services.
• ensure quality, evidence-based and safe care is consistently delivered.
• work closely with the multidisciplinary team to achieve / maintain an outstanding, patient-focused service.
• have a comprehensive understanding of Care Quality Commission (CQC), GRS and JAG requirements and take accountability of acquiring and maintaining JAG accreditation and supporting the DCS in preparation and during CQC inspection.
• maximise opportunities to develop the services, increasing operational efficiency to achieve optimum utilisation of assets in line with, and in support of, the Hospital Business Plan.
• as a member of the Head of Departments (HoDs) team, contribute to the strategic, operational, and business development of the Services.

About you

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications, skills and experience:

• Qualifications in a relevant discipline (Endoscopy or Theatres), Registered Nurse with NMC, related post-registration qualification, evidence of CPD. Professional post-registration qualification in a relevant subject and management qualification would be desirable.
• Current and consolidated clinical experience at a senior level in either Endoscopy or Theatres with experience in managing a team of clinical staff.
• Knowledge in discharge process, relevant NMC guidelines, Clinical Governance, JAG, GRS, and use of GIN standards. Private healthcare experience, financial and commercial experience and expert knowledge on JAG Accreditation would be beneficial.
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across all professional disciplines.
• Excellent leadership and influencing skills and able to deal effectively with difficult, sensitive, or challenging issues in a supportive and professional manner to effect positive outcomes.

For full details, please refer to the job description and person specification attached.

Benefits we offer

We are dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of those around us - for our staff as well as our patients. To deliver outstanding healthcare our staff are one of the most important factors in our success.

We recognise that what's important in work goes far beyond pay - including the environment you work in, the people you work with and the benefits and opportunities that come as part of a total reward package.

We are committed to enabling you to do the job you have been trained for in a superb environment with the best facilities and equipment available. We want our team to feel valued and have the opportunity to develop and grow with us, so we offer balanced rewards to support your current and future career.

Benefits include:

• 33 days annual leave inc of bank holidays, increasing with length of service and opportunity buy/sell leave
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life Insurance
• Private Medical Insurance (upon completion of probationary period)
• Contribution towards Eye Care
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee Assistance
• OSDH Discount
• Discounted Cinema Tickets
• Car Discounts
• Free on-site parking

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Please be advised that if you are invited to attend an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK.

The closing date for applications is 31/3/25 however, please note that we may close the advert earlier if there is a significant number of applications.

Click apply today to be considered for the Theatre and Endoscopy Manager role - we would love to hear from you!

Person Specification

Education/ Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse with NMC.
• Related post-registration qualification.
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Qualifications in a relevant discipline (Endoscopy or Theatres)

Desirable

• Professional post-registration qualification in a relevant subject
• Management qualification

Experience

Essential

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