Senior Administration Manager - Cardiology & Respiratory, Band 5

The post holder will support the Cardiology & Respiratory Management Team to deliver the objectives of the service lines. Will support in the delivery of both National and Local targets and work in close partnership with multidisciplinary teams to drive improvement, embed change and standardise practices, based on local requirements. The post holder will build strong relationships with both clinical and non-clinical colleagues to ensure the smooth running of the service., This key post will be responsible for the line management of administrative and clerical staff and the day to day running of administrative functions:

- Ensure that all staff are managed appropriately and within the parameters set by the service lines General Management Team.

- Ensure that the administrative services are appropriately resourced and training needs met

- Undertake regular administration reviews to ensure appropriate administrative resources are allocated to appropriate clinical areas

- Ensure that administrative services function effectively on a day-to-day basis, supporting the needs of the service lines and their patients.

- Support and motivate the administrative workforce to focus on the needs and experience of the patients and their families.

- Performance management of staff to ensure a high standard of work for the benefits of patients, consultants and management.

- Ensuring there is adequate cover for the administration team during periods of absence, including but not limited to, sickness and/or annual leave.

- Promote a culture of continuous improvement and share this knowledge across the Trust to improve efficiencies, improve patient care and reduce costs.

- Ensure implementation and continual compliance with relevant Standard Operating Procedures [SOPs].

- Ensure all information is secure and confidentiality of information is maintained at all times.

We take pride in placing people at the centre of everything we do, working together as a united team. Driven by a shared ambition to continually grow, develop, and learn, we recognise and value every contribution. By combining our experience and skills, we not only support our vibrant, diverse communities, but also support one another.With a team of over 9,000 employees, we are proud to be the largest employer in Gloucestershire and rank among the top 10 largest Trusts in the South West region. By joining our Trust, you will benefit from an excellent package that includes exclusive benefits, flexible working opportunities and the chance to gain valuable experience in one of our innovative hospitals. As well as generous annual leave allowance, access to the excellent NHS pension scheme, competitive bank rates, discounts at local shops and restaurants, access to two on-site nurseries, discounted public transport, reward and recognition and a range of health
and wellbeing initiatives to support you.

Working here, you will benefit from the support of an experienced, friendly and enthusiastic team committed to the delivery of brilliant services to our patients. The post holder will be work closely with the clinical team, ward teams, nursing team and senior management.