Business and Pathway Improvement Manager (Inpatients)

Role Summary

We are looking to employ a dedicated Business and Pathway Improvement Manager to enhance operational and clinical effectiveness within Oxfordshire's Mental Health Inpatient Units. This full-time position involves advancing service improvements, managing performance data, and supporting business functions collaboratively with senior clinical leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive identification and execution of service enhancements aligning with both national and local health care priorities.
• Lead the design, rollout, and assessment of improvement projects using data insights and established best practices.
• Manage service transformation initiatives ensuring stakeholder engagement and clear reporting to senior leaders.
• Collaborate with clinicians, managers, and external entities to innovate patient care models and service delivery methods.
• Track and assess the effectiveness of improvements, suggesting ongoing refinements grounded in data analysis and stakeholder feedback.
• Partner with Senior Matrons to develop and standardize operating procedures aimed at optimizing the urgent care pathway.
• Regularly update and embed SOPs to boost safety, consistency, and efficiency in care processes.
• Create and sustain rigorous performance monitoring frameworks that underpin continuous service enhancement.

About Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust

Oxford Health delivers comprehensive physical, mental health, and social care across multiple counties, including Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire. Care is thoughtfully provided in community settings and hospitals, maintaining proximity to patients' homes. The organization aspires to provide “Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team” and upholds core values of caring, safety, and excellence.

Benefits

• Strong potential for career advancement.
• Customized learning and development opportunities at individual and organizational levels.
• Starting with 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 33 days with continuous service.
• Access to NHS discounts across various retailers.
• Competitive NHS pension scheme participation.
• Lease car and cycle-to-work schemes.
• Employee assistance program availability.
• Mental health first aid support.
• Option for staff accommodation subject to waiting list.
• Inclusive staff networking and support groups focusing on equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Additional Information

Applicants are encouraged to review the candidate guide to tailor applications specifically to this position. Queries or requests for informal discussions can be directed to the Head of Service, Noki Ndimande, via email or phone. The Trust values motivation and alignment with its principles and invites interested candidates to approach them even if all criteria are not fully met.