Haematology Quality Manager

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust; Bath; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Bath seeks a Quality Manager to oversee the design and implementation of a quality management system for the Bone Marrow Transplant Service. The role involves ensuring compliance with JACIE accreditation standards and promoting quality improvements across the service. The successful candidate will work closely with clinical teams and manage data processes to enhance service delivery. Join a compassionate and innovative team dedicated to providing exceptional patient care.

Benefits

Access to extensive facilities

Involvement in cutting-edge healthcare

Staff wellbeing support programs

Qualifications

• Knowledge of conditions and care for haematology patients requiring transplant.
• Knowledge of JACIE and the accreditation process.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement a quality management system for JACIE accreditation.
• Coordinate and participate in meetings and policy implementation.
• Maintain quality system documentation and records for transplant activity.

Skills

Quality Management

Data Management

Clinical Governance

Risk Management

Auditing

Education

Degree level education

Job description

Job Overview

The Quality Manager will be responsible for the design, creation, and implementation of a quality management system to achieve JACIE (Joint Accreditation Committee-ISCT & EBMT) accreditation. Post-accreditation, they will manage the system to ensure the Bone Marrow Transplant Service improves in quality, meets regulatory standards, and maintains accreditation. The role involves working closely with the Clinical Programme Director and Haematology Clinical Nurse Specialists, establishing data and information requirements for JACIE standards, and developing models and processes for data management to promote knowledge use throughout the department.

The Quality Manager should have the skills to promote quality, safety, and service improvements across the service and division. Key aspects include organization, planning, data collection, audits, and process control, which are vital for effective Stem Cell Transplant services, clinical governance, and risk management within the Trust.

Main duties of the job

1. Write and manage policies and procedures impacting beyond their own area.
2. Maintain and upgrade the quality system documentation structure (Q-pulse) for effectiveness and usability.
3. Maintain accurate records of transplant activity for submission to relevant registries and report at meetings.
4. Coordinate and participate in local meetings, decision-making, and policy implementation.
5. Participate in weekly MDT meetings and coordinate monthly shared care SCT MDT with BHOC.
6. Lead monthly JACIE SCT meetings.
7. Be familiar with statutory requirements, clinical governance, risk management, quality audit policies, and accreditation systems.
8. Contribute to and develop educational programmes for healthcare professionals regarding JACIE accreditation, transplant procedures, and patient pathways.

Working for our organisation

At the RUH, we prioritize people, working as one team to deliver exceptional, person-centered care. We are proud to be among the top 20 best hospitals to work for in the country. We foster a compassionate, inclusive environment with staff networks celebrating diversity, kindness, and civility. Our culture emphasizes learning, development, and innovation, supporting staff to reach their full potential. We also prioritize staff wellbeing through various support programs, including physical, emotional, spiritual, and financial wellbeing initiatives. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking healthcare environment in the historic city of Bath, with benefits including access to our extensive facilities and involvement in cutting-edge healthcare and research initiatives.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

Please see the attached detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.

Person specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential criteria

• Degree level education or equivalent experience

Desirable criteria

• Qualification in quality, project management, business, or equivalent experience

Knowledge & Experience

Essential criteria

• Knowledge of conditions, treatment, and care required by haematology patients requiring transplant

Desirable criteria

• Knowledge of JACIE and the accreditation process

Applicant requirements

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020, and a Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Documents to download

• Job Description & Person Spec - Haematology Quality Manager (PDF, 396.9KB)
• Join the RUH (PDF, 1.1MB)

Further details / informal visits contact

Name: Josephine Crowe

Job title: Consultant Hematologist

Email: [e-mail]