Deputy Chief Clinical Information Officer

2 months ago


Torquay, United Kingdom Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job summary

We are seeking a dynamic and clinically experienced Deputy Chief Clinical Information Officer (DCCIO) to join our NHS Trust. This role is pivotal in supporting the Chief Clinical Information Officer in leading the digital transformation of our clinical services, both in our acute hospital setting and across our community care services.

You will be expected to work closely with the Electronic Patient Record (EPR) team, Health Informatics Service (HIS) and other digital providers for the trust. You will also work with members of the wider Trust leadership team to support the delivery of safe, effective and high quality clinical services.

Main duties of the job

The Deputy CCIO role is critical in bridging the gap between clinical practice and information technology in the Trust. This position will be pivotal in the implementation of the Trust EPR Work with clinical colleagues to develop new, digitally enabled pathways, and ensure that transformation process is clinically driven. This will require experience in clinical practice and ideally experience in clinical management Most importantly it requires an understanding of and passion for digital technology's potential in the clinical setting Work in the Trust along side the EPR and Health Informatics Team. Engage with staff at every level throughout the organisation, including the community and beyond your own clinical areas Help develop and deliver a digital strategy which aligns with the Trust and wider clinical strategies. This is to ensure that technology serves to advance clinical care, improve clinical outcomes and safety, increase productivity and better the user experience

About us

Why Work With Us

You will initially work as part of a small EPR Programme Team that will rapidly expand as the programme develops towards implementation.

Thisis an exciting opportunity that will transform existing ways of working across the Trust and the wider region. It will benefit patients and carers from across our geographic footprint as well as our staff from across our acute, community and social care settings.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

Work closely with the CCIO to develop and execute a digital strategy that aligns with the Trusts overall objectives. Act as a champion for digital transformation within the Trust, advocating for the adoption of technology in healthcare practices. Collaborate with senior management to ensure that digital initiatives support clinical goals and improve patient care.

Clinical Engagement

Serve as a liaison between the Health Informatics Service (HIS) and clinical staff, ensuring that technology solutions meet the needs of clinicians and support safe, effective patient care. Lead engagement initiatives to involve clinicians in the selection, development and implementation of EPR modules, and other digital tools and systems. Facilitate feedback loops between clinical users and IT developers to ensure continuous improvement of digital services. Coordinate with clinical departments and services to ensure smooth deployment of the EPR, and subsequent upgrades, into existing workflows.

Governance, Clinical Safety and Compliance

Ensure that digital health initiatives comply with legal, ethical, and regulatory standards, including data protection laws and clinical safety requirements. Participate in governance committees to oversee the secure and effective use of clinical information systems. This will include contributing to the development of policies and procedures that govern the use of digital technologies in clinical settings.

Training and Development

Along side the CCIO and CNIO you will lead the development of training programs for clinical staff on new systems and technologies, ensuring high levels of digital literacy across the Trust. Identifying and addressing any skill gaps among clinical staff regarding the use of digital tools, promoting a culture of continuous learning.

Innovation and Research

Stay abreast of emerging trends and innovations in digital healthcare, evaluating their potential application within the Trust. This will be reflected in the SPA allocation to the role. Foster a culture of innovation, encouraging the exploration and implementation of novel solutions to clinical challenges. You will work with the Research & Development Department to support clinical research projects and research into digital technologies. Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

Full GMC / GDC registration Appropriate College Membership / Fellowship Evidence of CPD

Desirable

Additional postgraduate qualification in Clinical Informatics Clinical Safety Officer accreditation Formal management training and / or management experience

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

Understanding of the approaches to continuous improvement in the delivery of healthcare Appreciation of activity management and financial matters Understanding of the NHS, its infrastructure, partner healthcare organisations and NHS Policy Significant demonstrable achievement in influencing colleagues to deliver targets and changes in working practices, whilst maintaining effective working relationships Significant demonstrable achievement in advancement, development and performance improvement of clinical services

Desirable

Detailed knowledge of financial and other targets ( access) Clinical service Lead / Clinical Director or similar role Leadership / management of clinical staff Appreciation of wider healthcare management National or regional experience in management Experience of undergraduate and postgraduate teaching Associate Medical Director or similar role Board level experience

Specific Skills

Essential

Commitment to the continuous improvement of safety, quality and efficiency Capacity to work with clinicians and managers to develop a shared vision of services Able to engage effectively with individuals at all levels Excellent negotiating and influencing skills Able to present relevant information in a concise format Able to deduce key points from large volumes and / or complex numerical and other data Strong analytical skills and strategic thinking Persuasive skills Good presentation skills Committed to the vision and values of the Trust Inspire and lead by example Resourceful Willingness to accept that the wider interests of the Trust and / or health community may require compromise Exemplary personal standards of conduct and behaviour

Desirable

Previous experience in deploying an EPR, or other major digital infrastructure projects Previous experience in developing clinical IT solutions Higher level skills in the use of information technology

Requirements due to work Conditions/ Environment

Essential

Able to remain calm and rational in difficult / stressful situations

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