Band 8a Information Manager - Immunity and Rare Diseases
Job summary
The IIRD (Infection, Immunity and Rare Diseases) Division has several highly specialised and specialised national centres with bespoke databases and systems in the Immunity and Rare Diseases directorates. Currently, these databases and systems are managed independently from each other and this role would ensure that they are managed in a coordinated and homogenous manner. These national centres/departments have significant data reporting responsibilities for commissioning and national audits, which must be produced at a very high standard.
The post holder is responsible for the management and development of the specialized databases in the Directorates of Immunity and Rare Diseases and the developers working on them (Band 6 and 7), ensuring that they align with the Trust's Digital Strategy. The post holder will develop sufficient knowledge and skills in the use of Cerner Millennium system functionality and reporting technologies.
Main duties of the job
- To lead in the design and development of information systems to support the needs of the Immunity and Rare Diseases Directorates, with ease, complete independence and minimal senior oversight and use a range of influencing skills with a broad range of stakeholders.
- To implement the necessary changes in order to have a consistent and homogenous approach to database design, development and management in the Immunity and Rare Diseases directorates, ensuring alignment with the Trust's Digital Strategy and avoidance of functionality duplications with EPR.
- To manage a team of database developers in the Directorates (band 7s and band 6s).
- Provide relevant and timely expert technical or digital advice, guidance and instruction to team members.
- To manage complex data, having attention to detail whilst appreciating the different contexts of internal and external income reporting, the adverse consequences of which could subject the Trust to a failure to recover substantial amounts of income.
About us
Embarking on a professional journey with the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust promises an enriching career experience.
As a pioneering institution at the forefront of healthcare excellence, we offer a dynamic environment characterised by innovation, collaboration, and a deep commitment to patient wellbeing.
You will become part of a team dedicated to pushing boundaries, embracing cutting-edge technology, and continuously enhancing the delivery of world-class healthcare services.
With a focus on professional development, work-life balance, and a culture of inclusivity, the trust provides a platform for you to thrive and contribute meaningfully to the advancement of healthcare.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Person Specification
Education & professional Qualifications
- 5 GCSEs or equivalent including Mathematics and English
- Masters degree or equivalent experience
Skills and aptitudes
- Ability to interpret national guidance and align with the organisation's practice and objectives
- Sound knowledge and skills in the practical applications of all MS Office products.
- Sound communication skills and good interpersonal skills.
- Good organisational skills.
- Numerate and able to analyse and interpret data and information accurately and effectively.
- Ability to manage and implement change.
- Problem solving skills
- Advanced technical skills in Microsoft SQL Server.
- Confident and effective when presenting using MS PowerPoint or similar software
- Specialist understanding of information requirements locally and nationally.
- Ability to provide strategic direction to a member of staff and support their progress to achieve objectives.
- Ability to use project management techniques to plan development tasks and deployment schedules.
- Advanced technical skills in Visual Basic, Visual Basic for Applications
- Developing and motivating staff.
Values
- Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values
Experience
- Experience of NHS information systems sufficient to have gained a knowledge of the way data is held on Trust's Patient Administration Systems (PAS)
- Able to liaise effectively with senior managerial staff, other colleagues and commissioners
- Proven ability to manage own programmes of work with levels of accuracy required by the post, including the ability to act on own initiative in these areas and meet tight deadlines.
- Experience of using SLAM (Service Level Agreement Management) database
- Previous experience of interpreting National information standards, and implementing guidance and new initiatives
- Experience of managing staff
- Experience of designing/developing new reporting solutions and approaches to delivering information
- Previous experience of presenting to a range of audiences and senior management.
- Experience of NHS commissioning arrangements and Payment by Results guidance.
- Experience of delivering a reliable, customer based service
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants.
Employer details
Employer name
Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Free Hospital
Pond Street
London
NW3 2QG
Employer's website
https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/