Job Description & How to Apply Below
Role Summary
This post supports the lead bed manager in ensuring the efficient and safe management of beds across the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital. It is a high‑pressure, fast‑moving role that requires excellent communication, strong interpersonal skills, and confident decision‑making. The position involves constant interaction with staff at all levels and adapting to the service's changing needs.
Duration, Location, and Working Pattern
Full‑time, permanent
Base location:
Queen Elizabeth University Hospital
Work pattern: 12‑hour rotational day and night shifts
Key Responsibilities
Bed management – support the lead bed manager in safe and efficient allocation of beds.
Patient flow – facilitate timely movement of patients through the hospital, aligned with the Continuous Flow Model.
Emergency and urgent admissions – prioritise placement of emergency and urgent admission requests while balancing elective activity.
Internal transfers and repatriation – organise transfers within the site and between hospitals.
Cross‑department liaison – work closely with nursing, medical staff, and management across all directorates.
Service responsiveness – adapt to rapidly changing operational needs.
Required Knowledge, Training, Qualifications and Experience
Understanding of A&E government targets and how they influence patient flow.
Awareness of current issues affecting timely admissions and bed availability.
Knowledge of the Continuous Flow Model.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a wider multidisciplinary team.
What We Offer
A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays.
Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits.
Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme.
Development opportunities including study bursaries, e‑learning and classroom‑based courses.
Enhanced pay for working public holidays.
NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services.
Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies.
Equal Opportunities and Inclusion
Work‑life balance – NHSGGC recognises the importance of work‑life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. Where less than full‑time hours can be accommodated, flexible working will be discussed during the recruitment process.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion – NHSGGC encourages applications from all sections of the community and is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. NHSGGC welcomes applications from the Armed Forces community and recognises military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process, having pledged commitment as a Forces Friendly Employer by signing the Armed Forces Covenant.
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