Head of Information Technology and Digital Health

Head of Information Technology and Digital Health

Band 8b £70,986 - £75,937 per annum

Plus Distant Islands Allowance of £1,349

37 hours per week

Permanent post

Are you keen to escape the rat race and embrace a healthier work life balance? If you answered yes, NHS Western Isles has the perfect opportunity for you. An exciting opportunity has arisen with NHS Western Isles, to join us as our new Head of Information Technology and Digital Health. This is a senior position to lead on the strategic direction and operational management for the IT and digital health agenda.

You will bring an innovative outlook and have responsibility for the strategic portfolio across a range of information technology (IT) and digital health areas. These include digital transformation, strategy, governance, IT and communications infrastructure, information management, and digital operations. Your role will involve leading the planning and design of digital business processes, as well as providing expert direction and support for digital solutions that support clinical and non-clinical processes. Significant experience in leadership and change management in a large, complex organisation is essential for this post.

Known as Scotlands Atlantic Islands, the Western Isles are steeped in history and culture, with stunning landscapes, spectacular coastlines, a strong sense of community and identity, and renowned Hebridean hospitality. For those with young families, the Western Isles also offer a safe place to live, a high-quality education system, with low levels of crime.

The successful applicant will be required to register with the PVG Scheme (Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme).

Informal discussions with potential applicants are encouraged. Please contact Colum Durkan at colum.durkan@nhs.scot to arrange a time.

The successful applicant will be required to register with the PVG Scheme (Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme). This post is not eligible for relocation expenses.

All NHS Western Isles vacancies appear on the NHS Scotland website: apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk, along with a job description.

Tha beàrnan-obrach NHS Eilean Siar uile gu léir a' nochdadh air làrach-lìn NHS na h-Alba  https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/ ,  còmhla ri dealbh-obrach.

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Closing Date 01st November 2024

Please note: This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Health and Care Worker visa. NHS Western Isles (NHSWI) is unable to provide candidates or employees with a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Please note the organisation chart presented is indicative and may be subject to change.