Head Of Cellular Pathology

Overview

The post holder is one of the Pathology Senior Management & Leadership Team, providing strategic and operational leadership and management to the Cellular Pathology workforce and services. In partnership with the Directorate Management Team, the post holder promotes effective governance and ensures the department delivers the highest standard of service.

Main Responsibilities

• Communicate clear positive messages and translate complex information into easily disseminated communications.
• Identify opportunities for growth, securing new income streams.
• Contribute to wider strategic planning and the development of growth plans, incorporating business development opportunities and collaborations.
• Manage the Cellular Pathology budget within agreed financial frameworks and Trust Standing Financial Instructions.
• Work with Quality Leads to ensure compliance with regulatory authorities, establishing processes for inspections.
• Deliver joint qualitative and quantitative key performance indicators (KPIs) for the service.
• Coordinate and commission audits to ensure services are fit-for-purpose, competitively priced, and delivered appropriately.
• Provide up-to-date and meaningful information for the Pathology Management Board and senior management teams.
• Ensure that skilled and supported staff are designated to act as the CSPL for the NHS cervical screening programme.
• Report to the Chief Executive or their nominated deputy via the Pathology Management Board.

About University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust

At UHSussex, diversity is University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust's strength, and University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust prioritize putting the patient first, as evidenced by University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust's Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust value uniqueness and experiences as part of University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust's innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed.

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust's extensive Wellbeing Programme supports University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust's staff, acknowledging that to care for others, University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust must first take care of ourselves. As a university trust and leader in healthcare research, University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust value learning and development

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