Operational Manager- Admissions/pre Assessment


Company:	NHS Jobs
Salary:	£57,528 - £64,750
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Milton Keynes, MK6 5LD
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	22 Aug 2026
Closing date:	4 Sept 2026

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Summary

Join #TeamSurgery at Milton Keynes University Hospital The surgery division at MKUH, which covers specialties including theatres and the Intensive Care Unit, offers a variety of roles and opportunities, both clinical and non-clinical. The division are looking for passionate, enthusiastic and forward-thinking professionals to join the team. MKUH is one of the leading hospitals in Europe for implementing robotics to assist in surgery, becoming the first in the continent to use the CMR Versius robot for gynaecological surgery. Since its introduction in 2019, the theatres team have completed over 500 surgical cases, the first hospital in the UK to reach this milestone, achieving this in March 2023. As well as being an innovator in robotics, the Trust is proud to be part of the New Hospital Programme, with plans to expand and increase our surgical capacity to meet the health needs of our communities now and in the future. With a leading benefits package, and a growing hospital estate to meet one of the fastest growing populations in the country, it is a great time to join MKUH. Find out more about working in #TeamSurgery at MKUH from the people who work across the division in the video below. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-mYel-Y9nrU Managing Services Ensures efficient and effective delivery of services for the achievement of quality, efficiency, cost effectiveness and improved clinical outcomes.Supports the implementation of the CSU risk management and clinical governance policies and systems effectively, ensuring a proactive approach to reducing clinical risk, whilst maximising clinical effectiveness within a safe and healthy environment. Improving ServicesEnsuring patient safety through assessing and managing the risk to patients associated with service developments, balancing economic considerations with the need for patient safety.Critically evaluating through being able to think analytically, conceptually and to identify where services can be improved working individually or as part of a team. Working with othersIn partnership with clinical colleagues, supports the delivery of commissioned levels of service within allocated resources, to meet activity targets and to develop action plans to manage any variances.Builds and maintains relationships through listening, supporting others, gaining trust and showing understanding. Staff Management Manage timely and effective recruitment and retention of staff. Ensure appraisal is carried out for all staff and training needs are identified. Business Planning and Management Lead on strategies / plans for the development of services as required in conjunction with the CSU Lead.Analysing and interpreting complex data to deliver well-presented information. Financial Budgetary Management Work with clinical coding to ensure accurate and appropriate capturing of activity being undertaken within the services.Regular review and monitoring of budgets and investigating variances with a view to identify mitigating actions. Please refer to the attached job description for further information

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