Neurophysiology Clinical Service Manager (Band 8a) - Neurophysiology - Lancashire Teaching Hosp[...]

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Neurophysiology Clinical Service Manager

Band 8a

Main area Neurophysiology Grade Band 8a Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week Job ref 438-PB2578

Site Royal Preston Hospital Town Preston Salary £53,755 - £60,504 Per annum/ Pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 02/05/2025 08:00

Job overview

A unique opportunity has arisen and Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is looking for an experienced, dynamic and innovative person to manage the neurophysiology service at Royal Preston Hospital.

We are looking for an experienced leader with a clinical background in Neurophysiology, you will be an enthusiastic, organised person who is well motivated and has proven technical and communication skills and a zest for providing excellence.

The department is a busy, friendly team of staff who provide a Neurophysiology service across Lancashire and South Cumbria.

Main duties of the job

You will be responsible for leading the Neurophysiology service and is expected to have excellent leadership qualities and be able to manage implementation of change effectively. You will be involved in the planning and future development of the service and will have a strong understanding of the effective and efficient use of resources.

Most importantly, we require a proven track record in service delivery and improvement that is focused on patient safety, patient experience and excellent clinical outcomes.

You will be able to perform the full range of Neurophysiological investigations and will have experience in performing and reporting Peripheral Nerve Conduction studies as we continue to extend the technician role.

You will have overall responsibility for managing the service and will work closely with the Consultant Neurophysiologists and the Highly Specialist Clinical Physiologists to provide a high quality service

The job is based at the Preston hospitals but a need to work at other hospitals is a possibility.

The department is committed to supporting Continual Professional Development and our services will offer you a varied portfolio to challenge and develop your skills .

Applicants seeking full or part time employment will be considered, and candidates are strongly advised to visit the department.

Working for our organisation

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest trusts in the Northwest.

The Neurosciences Centre, based at The Royal Preston Hospital, comprises both Neurosurgery and Medical Neurosciences (Neurology, Neurophysiology, Neurorehabilitation). Allied neurosciences specialties are also on site (Neuropathology, Paediatric Neurology, Neuropsychology

We employ over 10,000 staff with most of our clinical services being provided on our two hospital sites – Chorley & South Ribble Hospital and Royal Preston Hospital. We also have a specialist mobility and rehabilitation service in Preston. The Trust is committed to working in partnership to deliver seamless care to patients close to home.

We provide a full range of general hospital services to people in Preston, Chorley and South Ribble, including:

• Intensive, high dependency and coronary care units

• General medicine, including elderly care

• General surgery and urology

• Ear, nose and throat surgery

• Maternity services

• Oral and maxillo-facial surgery

• Ophthalmology

• Support services for diagnosis and treatment such as pathology, x-ray, physiotherapy, occupational therapy and specialist nurses.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To have overall management responsibility for the technical and clerical services in Neurophysiology to ensure the provision of a high quality effective service to patients attending the Neurophysiology Department of Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, ensuring the highest standard of patient care and ensuring the service is subject to regular and systematic audit.

Be responsible for the management of the department budget and delivery of efficiency savings

Be responsible for the delivery of activity, waiting list and waiting time targets

To deliver a cohesive service in conjunction with the section leads

To work with the directorate management team supporting the continual improvement of the service addressing the need for change in clinical practice and service developments

To be responsible for the efficient and effective management of resources within the Neurophysiology service.

To provide specialist advice to the Clinical Director / Speciality Business Manager on professional Neurophysiology issues and developments

Undertakes specialist and advanced clinical physiological tests in Neurophysiology; analyses test results, reports on outcomes and advises clinicians

To perform all neurophysiology investigations in line with department procedures to the expected department standards.

To ensure all the service needs for the department are met, taking action to redress any problems

To be responsible for all learning activity within the Neurophysiology departments

To be visible and accessible to staff, patients and relatives and provide support for them in the clinical environment

To coordinate and take part in research projects and CPD

Undertake training of staff from both within and outside the department.

Person specification

Qualifications & Education

• BSc Hons Clinical Neurophysiology or equivalent formal specialist training e.g. NVQ level 3 Neurophysiology, HNC Physiological Measurement
• ILM level 3 or equivalent in NHS Management
• ECNE part II
• Undertaking MSc
• RCCP registration
• STP

Knowledge & Experience

• Appropriate post qualification experience in practical neurophysiology as a qualified Highly Specialised Clinical Physiologist
• Able to perform all investigations listed on the job description and provide evidence of competence
• Evidence of Management of part of a service including staff management
• Understanding of Trust policies and Procedures
• Evidence of managing change
• Evidence of implementing service improvement
• Evidence of teaching and mentoring staff
• Evidence of participation in audit
• Evidence of own CPD
• IT literate
• Familiar with equipment routinely used in the department
• Evidence of published articles

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Name Anne Fowler Job title Neurophysiology Clinical Service Manager Email address anne.fowler@lthtr.nhs.uk Telephone number 01772 522559 Additional information

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