Surgery Manager

Surgery Manager

Location: Birmingham

Hours: 40 hours per week

Salary: Competitive plus benefits

Optical Express is focused on delivering exceptional patient care, outstanding clinical outcomes and continued investment in our people and technology.

For over 35 years, millions of patients have trusted Optical Express with their eye care. As the UK's leading private provider of laser eye, premium intraocular lens and cataract surgery, our Surgeons undertake more laser procedures collectively than any other provider. We look after thousands of patients in our clinics every week and it’s a privilege to transform the lives of so many.

The Optical Express team work together, collectively and consistently striving for excellence. We support each other, respect each other and are committed to a culture of care, trust and integrity.

The culture extends to our local communities, through our range of charitable and environmental projects. We focus on doing what is right for our patients, our colleagues, our local communities and our planet.

We’re looking for someone to become part of our management leadership team with responsibility for managing surgery teams in our Birmingham Eye Hospital.

As Surgery Manager you will be responsible for setting and maintaining world class surgical team standards throughout the hospital. You will have the experience and gravitas to lead and support the team comprising surgery assistants, nurses and surgeons, all the while ensuring targets for Laser Eye Surgery and Intraocular procedures are met through effective utilisation of resources.

The main aspects of the role are

• Identifying and implementing systems to ensure world class surgical treatments and appropriate patient outcomes.

• To motivate the surgical team to achieve the clinical KPIs and targets for treatment volumes.

• Providing support for the team in efficient and productive use of surgery time, maximisation of surgery lists, accurate and timely reporting is key to success.

• Taking responsibility for managing the Clinical Governance and HCC systems centrally and ensuring full compliance – first time, every time.

What we need from you

It goes without saying you will be comfortable leading a diverse and senior team, preferably in a clinical setting, and you have;

• excellent communication and presentation skills
• an adaptable, flexible approach to work
• top notch Microsoft office and outlook
• meticulous attention to detail
• confidence, and integrity to operate with the upmost discretion

Whilst clinical experience or qualifications will set you apart you absolutely must have -

• A proven track record of developing a team

• Enthusiasm and a willingness to learn

• A hands-on and customer-centric approach

A career with us is fulfilling, fun and rewarding. As an employee, you can benefit from the following:

• State of the art, modern working environments
• 33 days annual leave*
• Free Laser Eye Surgery and Intraocular Lens Surgery
• Free eye tests
• Free prescription eye wear to the value of £250
• Generous Optical Express friends and family discount scheme
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Pension scheme
• Access to a range of exclusive offers, discounts and rewards
• Employee Assistance Programme and Wellbeing Solutions/Support

Please apply now by uploading your CV.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a global organisation where you will have the opportunity to grow and develop within a professional working environment.

Optical Express is an equal opportunities employer