Deputy Service Manager

The Cellular Pathology service at UHL is one of the largest services in the UK, providing a service to both UHL, and other hospitals within the southern cluster of the ME2 pathology network. The UHL Cellular Pathology laboratory offers a full range of specialist testing including immunohistochemistry, molecular testing and electron microscopy. As a HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist, the post holder will be a member of the departmental team and assist in the delivery of a quality driven, cost effective, patient focused service consistent with our service vision. The post holder's main role is to be responsible for the Specials sub-division of the service, providing leadership, management, and specialist scientific guidance. The post holder will manage the delegated budget for the area. The post holder will be expected to manage the area while maintaining a high level of scientific knowledge, leading others who perform specialised laboratory processes required to provide our reporting teams with diagnostic material. This is a newly created post and we are looking for an established leader to work with clinical, scientific and administration staff to harness Leicester Pathology Services to become the best they can be., The post holder will:

• be accountable for leading the teams within the Specials section of Cellular Pathology, developing, and implementing local strategic plans and ensuring achievement of performance objectives.
• work within the Cellular Pathology Management Team to provide operational business management and planning support across all service areas.
• deputise for the Cellular Pathology General Manger as appropriate.
• be accountable for the efficient and effective operational management of area of responsibility, guaranteeing provision of a high-quality clinical service.
  
  Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact, and
• research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities. Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.