Continuous Improvement Project Manager

2 weeks ago

Worthing, United Kingdom University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job overview

We are looking for a candidate experienced in, and passionate about clinical service transformation. The candidate should be skilled in project management and the application of Lean Methodology. The overall purpose of the role is to lead on and provide expert advice and support to others in delivering strategically identified improvement projects across the Trust, with support from the wider team. Projects will be led end to end by the Continuous Improvement Manager and delivered using the appropriate methods to enable significant improvements and subsequent benefits. The role will be responsible for organising and facilitating multi-disciplinary teams during the life cycle of the improvement activity and require suitable levels of governance.

A key element will be to participate in Yellow Belt level training to colleagues across the organisation, in addition to ongoing training, teaching, mentoring and coaching to individuals at all levels on Continuous Improvement method and theory to ensure delivery and sustainability of their projects.

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength and want you to feel included to help as always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to success. 

Main duties of the job

Lead medium scale improvement projects using the appropriate continuous improvement method depending on type of project, developing performance / improvement processes in area of specialism which impacts across the whole Trust. Work effectively and collaboratively with clinical and non-clinical areas to provide professional expertise and advise to support them implementing improvement projects. Provide expert advice and guidance to clinical and operational leadership teams in building an engaged workforce that utilises all Trust staff to drive results towards organisational goals. Extensive knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies to enable training delivery to individuals and groups of all sizes. Implement & test new ways of working whilst ensuring suitable approach used to ensure successful improvements sustain over time e.g. embedding new measurement and management system, Gemba, standard work etc.

Working for our organisation

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust. We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves. As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do. We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

See job description and person specification.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

Degree Level or demonstrable equivalent career path experience Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent qualification.

Experience

Essential criteria

Practical experience of implementing lean/ continuous improvement methodologies. Experience of leading the delivery of training to large groups. Experience of applying continuous improvement methodologies in a healthcare setting Able to analyse, interrogate and present data and experience of using statistical software i.e. Minitab

Communciation and Analytical

Essential criteria

Excellent communication and presentation skills, through all mediums, with experience of successful influence and engagement of Senior Leaders and Managers through the lifecycle of continuous Improvement projects. Ability to adapt communication style depending on stakeholder

EDI

Essential criteria

Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role) Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues

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