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This article explores the role of health advisers in the tendering process for sexual health services. It covers topics such as who should be involved, how to manage the process, required resources, competitor services, and the role of health advisers in contributing to the process. It also discusses the benefits of involving health advisers, including clinical teaching, stakeholder engagement, innovative practices, and improved outcomes.
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SSHA 2009TENDERING FOR SEXUAL HEALTH SERVICES– THE ROLE OF THE HEALTH ADVISER Richard Williams Lead Health Adviser Western Sussex Hospitals NHS Trust
TENDERITIS • Acute or gradual • Anxiety • Joblessophobia (real or perceived) • Meetingaemia • Sleeplessness
Starting up • Who needs to be involved in the tendering process? • How should the tendering process be managed? • What resources will be required? • What services might competitors provide? • Who will judge the bid and what will they need to know?
The Role of the Health Adviser • What can Health Advisers contribute to the tendering process? Clinical Teaching and training Clinical governance Stakeholders (primary and secondary care, non statutory agencies) Patients Innovative practice Added value
BENEFITS • What are the benefits of Health Advising involvement? Profile Resources Developments
OUTCOMES • Team work • Opportunity