Exciting Opportunity: Digital and Transformation Lead
Part-Time: 22.5 Hours Per WeekLocation: Hybrid, Weston Super Mare
Are you passionate about digital innovation and ready to take the next step in your career? Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow your experience, join Pier Health Group as our Digital and Transformation Lead. This role offers an incredible opportunity to make a real impact on patient care and healthcare transformation within our Primary Care Network (PCN).
Main duties of the job
As the Digital and Transformation Lead, you will:
* Develop and implement digital strategies aligned with PCN objectives and NHS priorities.
* Lead transformation projects from conception to successful delivery, ensuring they enhance patient care and operational efficiency.
* Oversee data management and analytics to inform decision-making and ensure compliance with GDPR.
* Implement and optimise digital technologies, providing training and support for staff.
* Foster collaboration among healthcare providers and external partners, representing the PCN in digital health forums.
Provide first-line IT support for staff, acting as the go-to person for resolving basic technical issues and coordinating with external IT providers when necessary.
About us
Founded in 2019, Pier Health Group is committed to delivering top-quality healthcare to over 100,000 patients across Weston-Super-Mare, Worle, and surrounding villages. Our goal is to provide consistent, high-quality primary care across all our practices, enhance patient outcomes, and improve the working lives of our staff. As both a Super-partnership and a Primary Care Network, we are uniquely positioned to drive transformative care in our community.
Job responsibilities
As the Digital and Transformation Lead, you will play a pivotal role in driving forward the digital agenda and transformation initiatives within the Primary Care Network (PCN). You will be responsible for developing and implementing digital strategies that enhance patient care, improve operational efficiency, and support collaborative working across healthcare providers within the network.
Primary responsibilities
* Develop and implement a comprehensive digital strategy aligned with the PCN's objectives and NHS digital priorities.
* Identify opportunities for digital innovation and transformation to improve service delivery and patient outcomes.
* Project Management: Lead digital transformation projects from inception through to successful delivery, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.
* Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external partners to achieve project goals and outcomes.
* Data Management and Analytics: Oversee the management and utilisation of healthcare data to drive insights and inform decision-making processes.
* Ensure compliance with data protection regulations and standards (e.g., GDPR) in all digital initiatives.
* Evaluate, recommend, and implement digital technologies and systems that support clinical and administrative functions across the PCN.
* Provide training and support to staff to optimise the use of digital tools and systems.
* Change Management: Lead change management efforts related to digital transformation, promoting a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the PCN.
* Engage and collaborate with healthcare professionals to facilitate adoption of new digital solutions and workflows.
* Partnership and Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain effective partnerships with external stakeholders, including NHS organisations, local authorities, and third-party vendors.
* Represent the PCN in digital health forums and working groups to share best practices and contribute to policy development.
* Quality Improvement: Monitor and evaluate the impact of digital initiatives on patient care quality, clinical outcomes, and operational efficiency.
* Implement quality improvement measures based on data-driven insights and feedback from stakeholders.
Person Specification
Experience
* Proven experience in leading digital transformation initiatives within a healthcare setting, preferably within primary care or NHS organisations.
* Demonstrated ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels, fostering collaboration and driving change.
* Experience in working with GP practices, community healthcare providers, or multi-disciplinary teams within the NHS.
Knowledge
* In-depth knowledge of healthcare IT systems, electronic patient records, and digital health technologies.
* Relevant professional qualifications or certifications in project management, IT, or healthcare management.
* Knowledge of NHS policies, regulations, and governance frameworks related to digital health and information governance.
Skills
* Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
* Excellent understanding of data management principles and the ability to leverage healthcare data for decision-making.
* Strategic thinker with the ability to develop and implement long-term digital strategies aligned with organisational goals.
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
Other requirements
* Flexibility to work outside of core office hours if required.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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