Band 8a Operational Manager - Sterile Services Team

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Job Title: Band 8a Operational Manager
Specialism: Theatre Sterile Services Unit (TSSU)
Location: Harrow, London (UK)
Salary: £60 hourly
Type: Full-time, Ongoing

Are you ready to take your career to the next level? This is an exciting opportunity to join our Sterile Services Team as a Band 8a Operational Manager in the vibrant city of Harrow, London. We are offering a competitive rate of £60 per hour for a full-time role, with 37.5 hours per week. As the Operational Manager, you will be at the helm of Trust-wide decontamination services, making a real impact in healthcare delivery. This ongoing contract is perfect for those seeking flexibility and the chance to be part of a dynamic and supportive team in a specialist orthopaedic NHS Trust.

Perks and benefits:

- Full-time employment allows for a stable work-life balance and job security while you navigate the ever-changing landscape of healthcare.
- Participation in specialist committees, including the Infection Control Committee, Medical Device Procurement and the Executive Decontamination Committee, providing you with unique insights and learning opportunities.
- Experience working within a specialist Trust, where you will be on the cutting edge of sterile services innovation.
- Being based in London offers the perks of a bustling city life with a blend of culture, history, and a wealth of leisure activities.

What you will do:

- Lead and manage Trust-wide decontamination services, ensuring compliance and safety.
- Oversee the operational management of the Theatre Sterile Services Unit on a daily basis.
- Provide expert advice to executive and clinical leadership teams.
- Implement governance frameworks and operational policies for decontamination.
- Maintain compliance with CQC, MHRA and national standards while driving quality assurance initiatives.
- Oversee the management and procurement of surgical instruments and medical devices.
- Develop business strategies, service reports, and funding initiatives.
- Manage staffing, budgets, and service delivery targets.
- Lead investigations and quality improvement projects.
- Represent the service in departmental and Trust-wide meetings.
- Foster the development of the Sterile Services workforce through training and supervision.

Requirements:

- Membership in the Institute of Decontamination Sciences or willingness to undertake.
- RGN (Theatres), ODP or equivalent experience.
- Strong management experience within Sterile Services or Theatre Services.
- Comprehensive project and change management experience.
- ISO standards knowledge and strategic planning skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively and lead teams successfully.
- Degree or equivalent experience.
- Advanced qualifications in management or project management (PRINCE2).
- Experience in research, audit, and service development programs.

Harrow, London is an excellent place to work and live. With a rich heritage, fantastic transport links to central London, and a thriving community spirit, it's the perfect spot for both city slickers and those who enjoy a quieter pace. Embrace a role where your contributions make a difference every day in a location that offers the best of both worlds!

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