Emrad - Head of Information Governance - Loughborough, United Kingdom - Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust
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Head of Information Governance


East Midlands Imaging Network - EMRAD are looking to recruit a highly motivated Head of Information Governance to join our team.


The post holder will lead the Information Governance service to ensure the Imaging network has a single, managed, and co-ordinated approach to the implementation of Information Governance initiatives that are required to maintain the robust governance of the collaboration of 8 Trusts with a shared PACS system.

They will be responsible for ensuring the Imaging Network is compliant with NHS regulations, legal requirements, and best practice on information governance.

You will have a strong knowledge and understanding of NHS governance processes.

You will be an effective leader, able to bring excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills to the role and quickly establish your credibility with both internal and external stakeholders.

Your ability to contribute to the development of and implementation of the Imaging Networks strategic vision for information will be essential to your success in this role.

Strategic

  • Lead and take overall responsibility for Information Governance services ensuring effective delivery of service and legislation at all times within the EMRAD Imaging Network
  • Work in a strong and effective corporate manner, working with key stakeholders to ensure programme development and generate highly effective outcomes in a politically sensitive and contentious environment
  • To deputise for the EMRAD Network Director as required and takes overall responsibility as required.
Operational Activity

To be accountable and take the lead role on a day to day basis for the following key areas (not limited to):
Regulatory Compliance

To lead and co-ordinate an Information Governance continuous improvement work programme within the Imaging Network in relation to;

  • Code of Confidentiality (Caldicott, Data Protection, Access to Health Records).
  • Records Management (Corporate Information Assurance).
  • Information Security Assurance (BS7799 / ISO17799).
  • Communications, Training and Awareness.


Data Security & Protection Toolkit - To support the EMRAD Imaging Network to ensure the collection of high quality evidence for all DSPT assertions, support high-level plans to rectify any shortcomings, and monitor completion.

GDPR/DPA.

Serious data breaches - Ensure that serious breaches (and NIS incidents) are identified, reported and investigated, and any recommendations/actions.


We are looking for an individual who has experience of developing and co-ordinating all aspects of Information governance and security.

You will be an excellent communicator both orally and in writing and will be a 'doer' with excellent organisational skills.


We are looking for someone who has a can-do attitude as well as the energy, enthusiasm, commitment and drive to deliver improvements.

This is an exciting time for EMRAD; here is your chance to be part of EMRAD's continuing journey.


The EMRAD Head of Information Governance will work with the EMRAD Network Director and Medical Director to update and develop all co ordinating agreements, SOPS and Data Privacy Impact Assessments to ensure a GDPR compliant Imaging network and ensuring optimal adherence to national guidelines.


As part of the EMRAD Team the post-holder is responsible for the implementation of IG initiatives, in line with the EMRAD Imaging Network's IG Assurance Framework, and statutory/legislative requirements.


The post holder will be able to work flexibly in line with the needs of the service and work across all internal and external locations as required.

EMRAD Information Group

Ensure that EMRAD Information Group is properly constituted, has clear terms of reference and is operated and supported effectively.

Plan, arrange, and produce agendas and papers for EMRAD Information Group meetings.


Ensure that arrangements are in place to review and evaluate the effectiveness of EMRAD Information Group, including monitoring of Divisional/Departmental attendance.

Escalate issues as required to the EMRAD Imaging Network Board.

IG Incident Management

Provide specialist advice on highly complex IG/data protection issues and escalate to the EMRAD Management and Operational boards.

Take the lead role in ensuring processes are in place for the identification and resolution of IG-related incidents.

Ensure that requested user audit reports are justifiable and proportionate.

Produce management reports for EMRAD Management and Operational boards to highlight performance.


Ensure that learning from IG incidents is shared across the EMRAD Imaging Network and incidents are managed within a 'just culture' approach.


Ensure that records are kept of requests for advice and guidance and appropriate systems are in place ensuring compliance of all staff handling requests.

Analyse requests to ensure that published guidance is relevant up-to-date and easily accessible.

IG Training

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