Job overview

Are you a dynamic, experienced, and highly competent Health Care professional seeking an extraordinary opportunity to make a lasting impact? Look no further!

We are searching for an exceptional individual to lead our dedicated team and spearhead the transformation of patient care within the VIN Outpatients Department part of the growing VIN, part of Mid Cheshire NHS Foundation Trust.

Position: Outpatients Department Manager Extraordinaire
Location: Victoria Infirmary, Northwich.

About Us: At Mid Cheshire NHS Foundation Trust (MCHFT), we're rewriting the rules of healthcare excellence. Our commitment to delivering outstanding patient care knows no bounds. Join our esteemed team and become part of a visionary organisation that prioritises continuous improvement and sets new standards of healthcare brilliance. This a very exciting time to be joining the team at Victoria Infirmary as we continue to develop the site and services, and as we embark on a journey to introduce a Cheshire & Merseyside Surgical Centre on the Victoria Infirmary Site.

Mid Cheshire and Countess of Chester (COCH) are working collectively, with both Trusts involved in plans for the introduction of a cataract theatre and keen to develop a one-stop ophthalmology pathway.  The ambition is to create a regional centre of excellence in Cheshire for high volume, low complexity (HVLC) activity in line with GIRFT recommendations.

Main duties of the job

• Drive Innovation: Design and implement systems that enhance patient care, ensuring thorough assessments and flexible solutions to meet evolving healthcare needs.
• Inspire and Lead: Motivate and guide a multidisciplinary team, championing improvements that streamline patient flow and elevate the quality of care.
• Collaborate for Better Outcomes: Work closely with internal teams and external partners to deliver a seamless, joined-up approach to patient care.
• Support Patients and Families: Advocate for patient-centred care, empowering patients and families to actively engage in their healthcare journey.
• Ensure Safety and Efficiency: Maintain a clean, well-equipped environment that supports efficient, high-quality care.
• Be Ready for Emergencies: Lead with calm assurance in urgent situations, ensuring the team responds effectively and prioritises patient safety.
• Champion Accurate Records: Promote thorough documentation to inform improvements and uphold the highest standards of care.
• Develop Your Team: Collaborate with colleagues to provide training and opportunities for growth, ensuring our staff stay at the forefront of clinical practice.

Working for our organisation

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (MCHFT) provides good quality, safe and effective healthcare to the people of Cheshire and beyond.

The Trust, which manages Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford, was established as an NHS Trust in April 1991 and became a Foundation Trust in April 2008.

We employ almost 5,000 members of staff, provide around 540 hospital beds, with a range of services including accident and emergency, maternity, outpatients, therapies, and children's health.

The Trust is also part of Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership (CCICP), a unique local health partnership that provides a range of community services for people across South Cheshire and Vale Royal.

During the Coronavirus pandemic, the Trust was recognised nationally for its 'Be Safe Be EquiPPEd' campaign, which aimed to make the Trust as safe as possible for staff and patients, through supporting the correct use of PPE.

The results in the 2020 national NHS Staff Survey showed improvements in all elements of the safety culture theme, with 92% of respondents feeling their role made a difference to our patients. We were also recognised nationally for our workforce health and wellbeing initiatives.

At Mid Cheshire, we value our staff and appreciate that in order to give our patients the best quality, compassionate care, we also need to look after our colleagues.