Practice Manager - Highfield Healthcares New Community Mental Health Initiative
We are excited to launch a newCommunity-Based Mental Health Service, designed to meet the evolving needs of adults aged 18+ in our community. This cutting-edge initiative provides a seamless continuum of care through:
* Day Hospital: Onsite therapeutic and medical interventions.
* Home-Based Treatment Service: Acute care delivered in the comfort of a persons home.
* Outpatient Services: Flexible access to ongoing mental health support.
This service is underpinned by mental health Recovery principles, offering direct access to inpatient care when clinically required, ensuring comprehensive support for our service users.
To lead this innovative service, we are recruiting an experienced, enthusiastic, and dynamic Practice Manager. The postholder will work closely with the consultant lead and onsite senior nurse manager.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage day-to-day operations of the service, including staff supervision and performance management.
* Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality patient care.
* Develop and implement effective operational policies and procedures.
* Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and standards.
* Maintain accurate records and reports, using healthcare IT systems and EHR platforms.
Requirements
* Bachelor's degree or diploma in healthcare administration, business management, or a related field.
* At least 2 years experience managing in a healthcare, multidisciplinary clinical setting.
* Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
* Financial acumen, including budgeting and cost management.
* Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and proven ability to work as part of a team.
Why Work with Highfield?
* Professional Development: Access training opportunities, career development pathways, and a full induction program to support your growth.
* Innovative Model of Care: Collaborate in a team dedicated to patient-centred outcomes, shaping the future of mental health care.
* Culture of Excellence: Work in an environment that promotes creativity, continuous learning, and the highest standards of practice.
* Positive Impact: Help transform lives, supporting service users and their families within their communities.