Job summary Are you ready to use your digital and Information/Operational management skills to make a positive impact on peoples lives?If so, we have a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and organised individual to join the Corporate and Health Records Department at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (LTHT).This is an exciting time for our department as we transition from paper-based records to a fully electronic system.In this role,you will play a key part in supporting the Health and Corporate Records service across all five sites.
Reporting to the Health Records Implementation Manager,you will help oversee the day-to-day operations of the service,ensuring smooth and efficient role will be critical in maintaining high-quality records management that aligns with Trust guidelines and national standards,ensuring patient records are accurate, accessible,and effectively managed.Working closely with the Trusts electronic patient record (EPR) team, you will facilitate the transition from paper to electronic records, ensuring patient information is handled efficiently and support will be essential to clinical teams as they adopt the new system,ultimately enhancing patient care.This position offers an excellent opportunity to develop your information and operational management skills in a collaborative and dynamic if you are ready to contribute to a forward-thinking team and help shape the future of health records at LTHT.
Main duties of the job In this role, you will play a key part in supporting the Trust's digital transformation, ensuring compliance with standards and legal requirements.
You will assist senior management in delivering high-quality, compliant medical record services, supporting strategic changes and maintaining data security.
Effective communication and management skills are essential, as you will lead a diverse team in line with Leeds Way Values.
Your responsibilities will include overseeing the daily operations of the health records library and teams across the Trust, leading recruitment, development, and motivation of staff, ensuring the delivery of efficient services.
Establishing and maintaining effective relationships across the Trust and actively driving improvements in record-keeping practices.
Supporting high-quality records management, ensuring patient care is delivered through safe, effective, and efficient processes.
You will ensure records are managed in accordance with legislation, maintaining high standards of data security, confidentiality, and accuracy.
The role will require a proactive problem solver, capable of working independently while always maintaining confidentiality.
With your operational management experience, you will approach tasks proactively and with attention to detail.
You will effectively manage internal and external relationships while leading your team to excel, promoting best practices, and aligning with Leeds Way Values.
About us DIT at LTHT is a highly motivated and inclusive place to work.
We hold our Leeds Way Values in high esteem and respect all colleagues.
Within the trust we are always looking to improve and give the best service possible, and we are looking for individuals with the same drive to join us.
DIT look after the Trusts information technology, responsible for delivering and embedding the latest digital innovations, finding the right hardware and software to meet business needs, turning information into insight and everything in between.
Its an exciting time to join us, as we offer varied and rewarding opportunities.
We would love to consider your application if you want to be a part of delivering operational services that allow patients to be treated effectively across Leeds.
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If you do experience a delay in the shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please bear with us while this process is completed, and contact the named contact if you have any questions.Expected Shortlisting Date07/02/2025Planned Interview Date14/02/2025 Job description Job responsibilities Please see supporting documents for full Job Description with further information on requirements of the role, the department and workflows and full person specification Person Specification Experience Essential Several years practical experience in the field of Medical Records, with specialist knowledge of record keeping and library management.
Significant experience in a healthcare environment.
Desirable Previous Line Management Other criteria Essential Must be able to travel between sites to provide cross-cover across the city.
Qualifications Essential Educated to degree level/ Equivalent level of experience of working at a similar level in the specialist area.
5 Years experience in a management position.
Skills & Behaviours Essential Strong communication, presentation, and organisational skills, with the ability to train and mentor others effectively.
Proven leadership and decision-making abilities, including problem-solving, negotiation, and performance management.
Experience in developing strategies, managing audits, and reviewing service requirements to meet targets and improve outcomes.
Skilled in analysing complex issues, data collection, and report production.
Ability to lead and motivate large teams, prioritise workloads, and foster collaboration with internal and external partners.