Head of Information Services

Head of Information Services, 6 month interim contract, East of England, Inside IR35, Hybrid working. 

Woodrow Mercer Healthcare are currently recruiting for a Head of Information Services on an interim basis to support a NHS organisation based in the East of England, starting in January. The right candidate will be expected to work on site 3 days a week. 

 As Interim Head of Information, you will be the leader for data workstream of the Electronic Patient Record (EPR) programme for the Trust working with the already established EPR programme team. You will manage the overall delivery of the information programme of work as defined within the Digital Data & Technology strategy.

 You will have leadership responsibility for Information Services that provides robust reporting to all levels of the Trust. You must ensure timely data and information is provided that can inform strategic and operational decision making.

You will have leadership responsibility for a large team of 75 people.

Person Specification

Essential

• Educated to Masters level with a degree or equivalent experience and competencies or extensive relevant senior experience.
• Extensive knowledge of specialist areas, acquired through post graduate diploma or equivalent experience or training plus further specialist knowledge or experience to master's level or equivalent. 
• Extensive knowledge of NHS reporting, data flows, Commissioning process, PBR, DH central returns etc and the vital importance of submitting accurate and timely information. 

If you are an experienced Head of Information Services, with a strong background within EPR, and a passion to make a change within the digital industry; as well as enthusiasm and drive, then we would love to hear from you.