Deputy Head of Diagnostic Services

1 month ago


Sheffield, Sheffield, United Kingdom Transformation Unit Full time
Job Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our team as a Deputy Head of Diagnostic Services. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, driving excellence in laboratory operations and contributing to the delivery of high-quality diagnostic services.

Main Responsibilities
  • Provide expert knowledge and understanding of diagnostic services, acting as a senior subject matter specialist.
  • Manage day-to-day operations of the diagnostic laboratory service, ensuring efficient service delivery.
  • Regularly assess and update diagnostic procedures and techniques according to new guidelines and demands.
  • Work with other management colleagues to develop and deliver a cohesive diagnostic service strategy.
  • Oversee analytical activities to ensure a timely, high-quality service.
  • Implement delegation schemes, ensuring staff understand their roles and engage in professional development.
  • Ensure the diagnostic service complies with regulatory standards and maintains an effective quality management system.
  • Investigate and resolve complaints, litigation issues, and adverse incidents, sharing learning across the network.
  • Ensure proper management of equipment (including procurement, installation, and maintenance) and adherence to health and safety regulations.
  • Collaborate on policy development, produce reports, assist in business case preparation, and ensure appropriate staff cover for the service.
Requirements
  • Demonstrate commitment to the NHS and Trust values, and have a patient-focused approach to service delivery.
  • Strong but inclusive leadership style, promoting diversity and inclusion amongst the team.
  • Display tact and diplomacy.
  • Committed to working across all sites as required.
Skills and Knowledge
  • Relevant and recent scientific knowledge appropriate to diagnostic services.
  • Knowledge of the relevant standards, legislation, national and local policies and accreditation requirements relating to all aspects of service.
  • Able to communicate complex, sensitive, contentious or emotive information to individuals or groups in a clear and concise manner.
  • Analytical and judgemental skills in evaluating complex ranges of issues including but not limited to Quality, Service Development, Organisational and Staffing Issues.
  • Excellent time management skills with the ability to deal with a number of conflicting priorities in a calm and professional manner working to demanding timescales.
  • Ability to anticipate problems, appraise risks and make effective decisions.
  • Knowledge of health and safety and procedures for dealing with hazards and emergency situations (COSHH legislation, fire regulations, infectious, chemical and radioactive materials, data protection, risk assessment).
  • Strong analytical skills; literacy, IT and numeracy skills with the ability to produce and deliver a range of documents or presentations for a wide variety of audiences.
Experience
  • Experience of managing at a senior level in a diagnostic department.
  • Proven knowledge and experience of a range of highly specialised analytical laboratory techniques.
  • Experience in routine Human Resource issues including, engagement, communication, leadership and management.
  • Experience of laboratory IT systems and a thorough understanding of departmental systems management.
  • Experience of managing risk within a diagnostic service.
  • Experience of quality management systems and processes.
  • Experience of service and policy development.
  • Experience of budget management.
  • Experience of leading service improvements.
  • Experience of developing and delivering business plans and business development cases.
  • Experience of the clinical governance agenda including clinical risk and safety.
  • Experience of workforce planning and recruitment and retention strategies.
Education and Qualification
  • FIBMS (Histopathology) or MSc (in Histopathology discipline or equivalent qualification) or IBMS Higher Specialist Diploma (Histopathology) or Post Graduate Diploma or Demonstrable Experience.
  • Registration with HCPC as Biomedical Scientist.
Working for our organisation

We are a leader in the NHS and research sectors, providing excellent benefits for our staff. We value and respect all of our staff and the community we serve.



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