Job summary University Hospitals Plymouth is at a pivotal moment as we embark on an ambitious journey to transform our healthcare delivery through digital innovation with the introduction of a cutting-edge Electronic Patient Record (EPR) system, we are committed to enhancing patient care and improving staff experiences.
Our bold vision is underpinned by a comprehensive organisational strategy that aims to deliver high-quality care through technological advancement.
We are seeking exceptional Senior Administration Information Officer's to join our team and lead the successful implementation of the EPR system by June 2026.
This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of digital healthcare in Plymouth and beyond.
Your ability to navigate challenges and build trust with a range of stakeholders from all levels of the Trusts and the wider Devon and Cornwall systems will be critical to the programme's success.
Moreover, you will play a pivotal role in representing administrative and operational groups across the Trust, collaborating w to develop our digital capabilities across the organisation and support implementation of the EPR.
As one of our Senior Administration Information Officer's for the EPR implementation, you will make a lasting impact on the way we deliver care, driving forward innovation in one of the most critical projects in our Trust's history and shape the future of digital healthcare for working alongside a dedicated and passionate team.
Main duties of the job The post holder will play a key role in shaping and leading digital transformation at University Hospitals Plymouth.
This will be a pivotal role in the adoption and optimisation of our clinical systems, including workflows design and implemented as part of digital transformation and our Epic Systems Electronic Patient Record (EPR).
The Senior Administration Information Officer role will ensure digital transformation is achieved in a way which enables continued cultural/behavioural change within the sphere of clinical informatics, championing our digital opportunities and maximising staff and stakeholder engagement.
You will be required to work collaboratively with key stakeholders to ensure safe and effective integration and optimisation of digital capabilities into clinical administration process and pathways.
The post holder will take a leading role in clinical administration across the trust within the sphere of clinical informatics and the implementation of our Epic integrated EPR.
About us We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference.
Patients are at the heart of everything we do.
Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care.
The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment.
We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure.
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Job description Job responsibilities Job responsibilities To support all Clinical Administration staff to use Epic in a way that is efficient and supports effective patient pathway management including development/ optimisation of new digital functionality as it is available.
To be Senior Administration Information Officer for Epic, responsible for decisions impacting administrative functions and roles.
Ensuring Clinical administration staff are supported in maximising the use of Epic and ensure the support of Care Group projects enabled by digital optimisation/adoption.
Work with the Clinical Digital Senior Leadership Team and Epic analysts team ensuring alignment of administration service improvement activity with the strategic corporate objectives To be a digital clinical expert and leader in liaison with Care Groups and service leads across the trust, clinicians, digital and divisional governance structures.
Advising key stake holders on EPR and clinical systems optimisation and configuration and participating in clinical informatics advisory discussions with administrative teams across the trust.
Supporting, promoting and embedding digital capabilities from our clinical systems amongst colleagues in their respective areas Work in a strong and effective corporate manner with key stakeholders building Strong influential relationships with staff at all levels Build effective alliances to ensure digital priorities are understood and reflect the needs of patients, in order to have significant impact on safety, quality, performance, patient and staff experience and staff effectiveness To be a change agent, ensuring that all activities and plans are effective and in line with shared digital and overall trust priorities and objectives Person Specification shortlisting criteria Essential educated to degree level or extensive equivalent demonstrable experience demonstrates evidence of commitment to professional development post graduate management and leadership qualification, specialist training or equivalent leadership experience demonstrable previous experience in supporting, delivering and leading large scale change in a healthcare setting proven knowledge and demonstrable experience of clinical informatics and digital transformation in healthcare a proven track record of administration pathway management in a healthcare environment demonstrable experience of change and project management project management qualification or equivalent demonstrable project management experience exceptional stakeholder management skills Desirable EPIC certification in PAS modules such as Cadence or Springboard essential Essential masters degree or equivalent experience