University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust
Pathology Quality Manager
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Pathology Quality Manager
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated professional to join our Pathology Directorate as a Pathology Quality Manager. This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact on service quality, regulatory compliance and patient safety within one of the South West's largest pathology services. You will join a supportive and collaborative team committed to innovation, continuous improvement and delivering the highest standards of care.
About the Role
This is a key leadership role within the Pathology Quality Team, supporting the effective operation, development and continuous improvement of the Pathology Quality Management System (QMS). Reporting to the Pathology Governance & Compliance Manager, you will play a vital role in ensuring compliance with ISO 15189, UKAS accreditation standards and wider regulatory and governance requirements across Pathology services.
Key Responsibilities
- To support the effective operation, development and continuous improvement of the Pathology Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring compliance with ISO 15189 and other relevant regulatory, accreditation and governance requirements.
Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.
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Reporting and Collaboration
The post holder will report to the Pathology Governance & Compliance Manager and work closely with the:
- Directorate Manager
- Deputy Directorate Manager
- Laboratory Operational Managers
- Lead Biomedical Scientists
- Consultant Leads
Providing specialist advice and support on quality and compliance matters.
About Us
We are a people business – where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure.
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Contact Information
For further details / informal visits contact:
- Name: Kate Prior
- Job title: Pathology Governance & Compliance Manager
- Email address: kate.prior3@nhs.net
- Telephone number: 01752430097
For further information or an informal discussion, please contact the Pathology Governance & Compliance Manager, Kate Prior, or Pathology Directorate PA, Chantelle Lea at Chantelle.lea@nhs.net.
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