Outpatients Manager- Unified Breast Unit

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Job Overview

Band 7 Unified Breast Unit YYF

This new and rare job opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, experienced and dynamic nurse to join our team in the unified breast unit in Ysbyty Ystrad Fawr .

We are looking for a nurse who has a passion and drive to provide high quality patient centred care, who is forward thinking and motivated to join this busy team.

Our aim is to provide an effective, efficient, and patient-centred service that meets the individual needs of those in our care.

Main duties of the job

As the department manager you would be accountable for the day to day management of the unit as well as managing team performance, audit and maintaining the quality of the service delivered. You would act as a role model to the team, support staff through clinical leadership and guidance helping them to develop their own clinical skills.

The Band 7 plays a key leadership role in supporting and coordinating the team to achieve high-quality patient outcomes and an excellent patient experience.

Working for our organisation

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation serving the communities of Gwent. With more than 14,000 staff and volunteers, we provide safe, high-quality, and compassionate care across hospitals, GP practices, community services, and mental health settings. As a University Health Board, research, education, and innovation are central to our work, supporting evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.

Our work is guided by the Gwent Strategy 2025–2035, which sets out our long-term ambition to create a fairer and healthier future for our population. We focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, and working in partnership with local authorities, voluntary organisations, and communities to improve health and wellbeing.

We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected, and able to develop. Our values of Kindness, Integrity, and Respect shape how we care for patients and how we treat one another.

We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities, flexible working where possible, and a comprehensive NHS benefits package. Working for ABUHB means being part of an organisation that values its people and offers the chance to build a meaningful and rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of others.

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• MSc level education or evidence of working towards
• Outpatient Experience or knowledge of Outpatient processes
• Proven skills in motivating and influencing others

Desirable criteria

• Management qualification
• Show understanding of Audit process

Experience

Essential criteria

• Extensive Post Registration experience to diploma level equivalent
• Experience demonstrating effective clinical leadership and delivering clinical excellence
• Experience in line management and all associated processes including sickness, appraisals, supervision and capability.
• Evidence of having influenced practice or service development
• Proven skills in motivating and influencing others

Desirable criteria

• Experience working in acute unit

Skills

Essential criteria

• A high level of written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in partnership with senior colleagues
• Good conflict resolution skills