Head of Emerging Technology
Job summary
This post will be responsible for understanding the market of emerging technologies, including AI, robotic process automation and the Internet of Things. A key element of the role will be working with the market, with a range of suppliers, other NHS Trusts who have deployed AI to identify a range of potential use cases for staff and service users at the Trust.
The postholder will report to the Chief Digital Officer, advising them, and supporting them at key senior meetings within the Trust, with local partners and the supplier market to ensure that the Trust takes advantage of this filed of emerging technology.
Main duties of the job
Key duties for the role include:
- Working with a key range of internal stakeholders, within digital services and across all departments, to identify areas where emerging technology could enable service transformation
- Identifying suppliers in the market who could provide solutions to support service improvement and transformation
- Developing and maintaining a pipeline of business cases for the use of emerging technology
- Identifying sources of funding, both internally and externally, to support the introduction and use of emerging technologies
About us
Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provides hospital and community services across Croydon through a range of clinics and specialist centres. Formed in August 2010 from the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust, we employ around 4,100 staff serving a diverse population of over 360,000 people.
Our main site, Croydon University Hospital, is one of the busiest in London. We are also leading the way in delivering more healthcare in community settings and people's homes. Our district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons care for people of all ages across the borough.
Like the wider NHS, we are working hard to meet increasing demand. With the right people on board, we continue to innovate and transform our services to provide the highest quality care for local residents. We place strong emphasis on education, training and career development for all staff.
If you want to make a real difference, challenge yourself and be part of a Trust that's shaping local healthcare, Croydon Health Services could be the place for you.
At Croydon Health Services NHS Trust, we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. Applicants are encouraged to discuss any flexibility they may need during the recruitment process.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached supporting document (Job Description) which contains more information about the role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
- Educated to masters degree level or equivalent experience in a relevant field
Qualifications
- Evidence of continuous professional development in digital innovation
Qualifications
- ITIL qualification
Knowledge
- Deep understanding of healthcare systems, clinical pathways and other operational processes
Knowledge
- Knowledge of innovation methodologies, including design thinking, agile and digital transformation approaches
Knowledge
- Significant knowledge of digital health technologies, AI and emerging healthcare technology innovations
Experience
- Proven track record of successfully leading large scale digital innovation initiatives within healthcare or similar complex organisations
Experience
- Experience of securing and managing funding for innovations projects
Experience
- Experience of building and maintaining strategic partnerships with academic institutions, industry and healthcare organisations
Skills
- Excellent strategic thinking and analytical skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into business value
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.
Employer details
Employer name
Croydon Health Services NHS Trust
Address
Croydon University Hospital NHS Trust
530 London Road
Croydon
CR7 7YE
Employer's website
https://www.croydonhealthservices.nhs.uk/recruitment/