IQIPs Programme Manager in Audiology

University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a motivated IQIPs Programme Manager in Audiology to oversee quality assurance and service improvement. The ideal candidate will manage accreditation processes, support sub-specialty leads, and ensure compliance with standards while promoting best practices. The role requires strong project management skills, meticulous attention to detail, and effective communication for collaboration. This position provides an opportunity to make a significant impact in audiology services.

Qualifications

• Experience in project management relevant to quality assurance.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage workload effectively.
• Strong communication skills for liaising with teams and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the accreditation process for Audiology Services.
• Monitor and evaluate processes against national standards.
• Maintain documentation according to governance policies.
• Support sub-specialty leads in achieving quality improvements.

Skills

Project management

Quality assurance

Communication

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Job description

The IQIPs Programme Manager in Audiology post requires a motivated individual with enthusiasm for service improvement and quality assurance. The postholder will use their skills and expertise in project management to support the attainment and maintenance of IQIPs accreditation in the Adult and Paediatric Audiology Services at UHNM.

Responsibilities

• Meticulous attention to detail is essential to this role as the post holder will be responsible for document control procedure, monitoring readership and evaluating processes, old and new.
• In conjunction with the Head and Deputy Head of Audiology, take responsibility for the coordination of the accreditation process, including gap analysis, planning and prioritisation of workload.
• Working closely with the sub-specialty leads, the post holder will provide evidence of compliance with national, local and regulatory standards and be instrumental in planning of regular, relevant audit against the IQIPs standards.
• The post holder will be required to work autonomously at times, prioritising their own work load and planning time with subspecialty teams to ensure effective collaboration.
• Ensure effective communication, liaising with colleagues locally and nationally to share best practice for the development of the departmental QMS and quality standards.
• Collate all project documentation including audits, results of patient feedback and team training records and produce operational reports as required.
• Ensure that electronic information is maintained and stored in accordance with information governance policy and procedure.
• Perform thorough analysis of audiology quality systems and recommend and develop improvements accordingly.
• Investigate any breaches of standards, working with the sub-specialty leads to seek resolution/improvement.
• The post holder may be required to support clinical activity, depending on previous experience and skill set.
• Utilise prior knowledge of project management to ensure an efficient methodical approach to the evaluation of processes to achieve accreditation within twelve months of the commencement of the post.
• The post holder will be required to work autonomously at times, prioritising their own work load and planning time with subspecialty teams to ensure effective collaboration.
• The post holder will take responsibility for the Quality management IT system (QMS) and ensure its appropriate use in relation to the accreditation process.
• Ensure effective communication to ensure that the team are kept aware of the progress of the project.
• Together with the Head and Deputy Head of Service, develop sustainable approaches to demand and capacity within the service.
• Provide administrative support to Sub-specialty leads for IQIPS and other improvement projects, which at times will require high levels of concentration for long periods of time.

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