Patient Systems Manager inHarrogate inHarrogate PUBLISHED 19 JUN 2024

We are pleased to be able to offer an exciting opportunity to join the Patient Systems Team at Harrogate District Foundation Trust. In partnership with our chosen supplier, we have embarked on our digital excellence journey to implement an Electronic Patient System (EPR) system that will transform the quality of care for our patients and staff by having instantly accessible information using the latest mobile technology, reducing paper usage and utilising clinical decision support tools.

The Patient Systems Manager will lead and manage a specialist team of multi skilled Digital professionals responsible for the implementation and optimisation of the new EPR, reporting into the Patient Systems Operational Managers.

We are looking for a highly organised, dynamic, enthusiastic and motivated individual with specific organisation knowledge and experience, or previous experience of implementing an EPR, to provide expert specialist knowledge enabling successful systems implementation, administration, training and further development of electronic patient systems.

The successful candidate will be able to work in a team with excellent communication, interpersonal skills and leadership qualities. They will also have good IT technical skills and some management experience in related IT projects.

The successful applicants will be responsible for the management of a number of electronic patient record systems. As such the post-holder will be able to provide expert specialist knowledge and experience enabling successful systems review, procurement, implementation, training, administration and further development.

These roles will build relationships across the Trust and external organisations, direct and change perspectives on electronic patient and clinical systems and systems training, promoting the importance of high quality data to inform effective decision-making.

They will also support the Trusts Digital Strategy ensuring the relevant implementation and support activities are identified, resourced accordingly and delivered effectively to project timescales.

At Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust we provide outstanding care to both our patients and our staff. We support staff through benefits, health and wellbeing initiatives and opportunities for personal and professional development.

• An inclusive and supportive culture our Trust encourages staff to bring their whole selves to work and active Staff Networks identify areas for improvement.
• Values lie at the heart of who we are, what we do and the culture we want to establish, having a direct impact upon both colleagues and the public we service.
• Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise staff with our Making a Difference, Team of the Month Awards & Colleague Recognition Awards.
• Employee Support and wellbeing - we have a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and fast track physiotherapy service for employees.
• Staff Benefits - We have a range of staff benefits and schemes to support staff health, engagement, wellbeing and inclusion.
  
  

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Sonia Stephenson Job title: Patient Systems Operational Manager Email address: