Senior Theatre & Sterile Services Leader

KIMS Hospital; Newsham; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

KIMS Hospital is seeking a Head of Surgical Services to lead the operating theatres, endoscopy and sterile services. The role sets strategic direction, ensures regulatory compliance, and drives infection prevention and service development.

The successful candidate will register as an RN or ODP and hold postgraduate clinical or leadership qualifications. You will work with consultants and senior leaders, managing budgets and deputising for the Chief Nurse when required.

Qualifications

• Registered practitioner as an RN or ODP.
• Postgraduate clinical and/or leadership and management qualification.

Responsibilities

• Set strategic and operational direction for theatres, endoscopy and sterile services, turning organisational strategy into efficient, patient-focused care
• Ensure compliance with CQC, MHRA and other regulatory requirements
• Champion infection prevention, audit, evidence-based practice and continuous improvement
• Lead, develop and motivate teams, including accountability, communication, professional development and change management
• Optimise theatre utilisation, session allocation, turnaround times, staffing and skill mix
• Manage budgets, revenue capture and the responsible use of resources
• Work with consultants and clinicians to identify service development, innovation and growth
• Build strong relationships with consultants and senior stakeholders across KIMS
• Support the Chief Nurse and deputise during absence

Skills

Senior theatre leadership

Governance experience

Budget management

Education

RN or ODP registration

Postgraduate clinical/leadership qualification

Job description

KIMS Hospital is seeking a Head of Surgical Services to lead the operating theatres, endoscopy and sterile services. The role sets strategic direction, ensures regulatory compliance, and drives infection prevention and service development.

The successful candidate will register as an RN or ODP and hold postgraduate clinical or leadership qualifications. You will work with consultants and senior leaders, managing budgets and deputising for the Chief Nurse when required.