Job summary
The role of Interoperability and Integration Manager will be responsible foranalysing the specific needs and requirements of Trusts in terms of theintegration of healthcare data internally within organisations, and acrossTrusts via health economy wide initiatives. The role will ensure the approach taken to integrate information between systems and Trusts is strategically aligned to ensure the development approach allows information to be shared in a structured format. The role must ensure individual requirements are assessed & accurately documented. The resulting interface and implementation will then be designed, developed, tested and deployed ensuring Trust engagement throughout the process.The role is also responsible for the on-going management, maintenance andsupport levels for developed interfaces. The role will monitor interfaces,gathering statistics on messaging levels and will undertake incidentmanagement processes when necessary and will liaise with 3rd party suppliers as is relevant.The Integration Manager will work with a range of senior stakeholders (both internal and external) to ensure that interface priorities are understood and aligned to deliver trust strategies.The role will have line management responsibility for the Integration andDatabase Administration Teams.The role will be integral to the success of the digital strategy and will have responsibility for the Integration &Interoperability workstream and associated projects.
Main duties of the job
The integration and interoperability manager plays a crucial role in ensuring that different systems, processes, and stakeholders within the National Health Service (NHS) can effectively communicate, collaborate, and share data. Their main duties include:
System Integration:
Interoperability Standards:
Data Governance:
Stakeholder Management:
Project Management:
Training and Education:
Quality Assurance:
Continuous Improvement:
About us
The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre is one of three specialist cancer centres in England. With 1,800 specialist staff and three sites, we are one of the largest NHS providers of non-surgical cancer treatment. The Trust has a unique multi-site care model serving the 2.4 million population across Cheshire and Merseyside and is consistently rated by patients as one of the best performing hospitals.
Our vision is to not only maintain this level of commitment to excellence but to work with our academic and healthcare partners across the region to ensure care, treatment and patient outcomes continuously improve in the future. We are very proud of all our expert and loyal staff and we welcome people who share the collective aim of delivering excellence in everything that we do.
Our values represent who we are and what we believe in. They define how we act to deliver the best possible care for our patients and shape The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre as a great place to work.
We are -
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Job description
Job responsibilities
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System Integration Oversight:
- Lead and oversee the integration of diverse healthcare systems, including electronic health records (EHRs), patient management systems.
- Ensure seamless data exchange and communication channels between integrated systems.
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Interoperability Standards Development:
- Establish and maintain interoperability standards governing how healthcare systems interact and share data.
- Ensure compliance with national and international standards such as HL7 and FHIR to guarantee compatibility and consistency across the NHS.
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Data Governance and Compliance:
- Develop and enforce data governance policies and procedures to safeguard sensitive patient information.
- Ensure compliance with relevant regulations such as GDPR to protect patient privacy and confidentiality.
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Stakeholder Collaboration:
- Collaborate closely with various stakeholders within the NHS, including healthcare providers, IT departments and third-party vendors.
- Ensure alignment and coordination in achieving interoperability objectives through effective communication and collaboration.
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Project Management:
- Plan, implement, and monitor projects related to system integration and interoperability.
- Coordinate resources, manage timelines, and resolve issues to ensure successful project outcomes.
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Training and Education:
- Provide training and education to healthcare professionals and staff on the use of interoperable systems and best practices for data sharing.
- Empower users with the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively leverage integrated systems.
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Quality Assurance:
- Conduct regular audits and assessments to ensure integrated systems function properly and meet performance standards.
- Identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions to maintain quality and reliability.
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Continuous Improvement:
- Stay informed about emerging technologies, industry trends, and regulatory changes related to healthcare interoperability.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of integrated systems within the NHS.
Job description
Job responsibilities
-
System Integration Oversight:
- Lead and oversee the integration of diverse healthcare systems, including electronic health records (EHRs), patient management systems.
- Ensure seamless data exchange and communication channels between integrated systems.
-
Interoperability Standards Development:
- Establish and maintain interoperability standards governing how healthcare systems interact and share data.
- Ensure compliance with national and international standards such as HL7 and FHIR to guarantee compatibility and consistency across the NHS.
-
Data Governance and Compliance:
- Develop and enforce data governance policies and procedures to safeguard sensitive patient information.
- Ensure compliance with relevant regulations such as GDPR to protect patient privacy and confidentiality.
-
Stakeholder Collaboration:
- Collaborate closely with various stakeholders within the NHS, including healthcare providers, IT departments and third-party vendors.
- Ensure alignment and coordination in achieving interoperability objectives through effective communication and collaboration.
-
Project Management:
- Plan, implement, and monitor projects related to system integration and interoperability.
- Coordinate resources, manage timelines, and resolve issues to ensure successful project outcomes.
-
Training and Education:
- Provide training and education to healthcare professionals and staff on the use of interoperable systems and best practices for data sharing.
- Empower users with the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively leverage integrated systems.
-
Quality Assurance:
- Conduct regular audits and assessments to ensure integrated systems function properly and meet performance standards.
- Identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions to maintain quality and reliability.
-
Continuous Improvement:
- Stay informed about emerging technologies, industry trends, and regulatory changes related to healthcare interoperability.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of integrated systems within the NHS.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant degree in Computer Sciences or Software Engineering or relevant experience in this field with attendance at relevant training courses to update skill set
Desirable
- Experience of healthcare IT systems
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Knowledge and Expertise
Essential
- Knowledge of HL7 (Health Level 7) & FHIR standards
- Knowledge of XML (Extensible Markup Language)
- Understanding of other integration/interoperability technologies and standards
Desirable
- Experience of Iguana 5 Integration Engine
- Knowledge of project management principles and practices. E.g. PRINCE2
- Knowledge of current management trends and best practices. E.g. ITIL
- Knowledge of SQL
- Knowledge of Ubuntu
Experience
Essential
- Experience of integrating health applications
- Programming experience
- Adherence to Data Protection Act and other security protocols
- A good working knowledge of structured testing processes and documentation
- Knowledge of ITK
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant degree in Computer Sciences or Software Engineering or relevant experience in this field with attendance at relevant training courses to update skill set
Desirable
- Experience of healthcare IT systems
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Knowledge and Expertise
Essential
- Knowledge of HL7 (Health Level 7) & FHIR standards
- Knowledge of XML (Extensible Markup Language)
- Understanding of other integration/interoperability technologies and standards
Desirable
- Experience of Iguana 5 Integration Engine
- Knowledge of project management principles and practices. E.g. PRINCE2
- Knowledge of current management trends and best practices. E.g. ITIL
- Knowledge of SQL
- Knowledge of Ubuntu
Experience
Essential
- Experience of integrating health applications
- Programming experience
- Adherence to Data Protection Act and other security protocols
- A good working knowledge of structured testing processes and documentation
- Knowledge of ITK
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
