Job summary
1 x Permanent Post
1 x Fixed-Term Post (12 months)
Are you looking to progress your career in an Healthcare environment?
We have an exciting opportunity to join the Information Management and Technology department at the University Hospitals of Leicester as a Project manager.
We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to join our established team and help deliver projects to supportthe e-Hospital agenda.
As a project manager in IM&T, you will be working closely alongside the Business Analysts and Solution Architects ensuring smooth delivery of an agreed programme of works that digitally enable the healthcare provision across our Acute hospital services and the wider Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Community.
Main duties of the job
The Project Manager role is within a team of 8 Project Managers who work on a wide variety of projects within IM&T. Our projects typically involve application changes most notably working within the e-Hospital programme. The post holder will be working closely with a wide range of stakeholders within IM&T, Clinical Services and External Partners and Suppliers.
The E-Hospital programme is one of the UHL's supporting priorities and is an ambitious programme to transform the way in which our clinicians work. We are working with a primary supplier to achieve this goal and have already achieved a number successful implementations.
The team is diverse and focused on their achieving the ambitious plan and we are looking for someone who is able to work with a wide range of personalities and perspectives to ensure a successful outcome of the programme.
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).We have four primary goals:high-quality care for all,being a great place to work,partnerships for impact, andresearch and education excellence.
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:we are compassionate,we are proud,we are inclusive, andwe are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To manage multiple projects within IM&T delivering to the requirements defined
- To ensure that projects are delivered seamlessly along complete care pathways between healthcare sectors to avoid silo working and retrospective project alignment.
- To have knowledge of a variety of project management methodologies and to utilise them appropriately to deliver projects successfully whilst making most effective use of funds and resources
- To ensure governance and documentation arrangements are followed within the projects and they are governed through a project board which must receive timely and accurate reports of project progress.
- To be responsible for the management of project funds and report on expenditure to the relevant boards where applicable
- To work with the IM&T PMO, Commercial Lead and PMO IM&T Senior Project Manager to ensure effective project controls and assurance
- To ensure that benefits are captured during the project so that they can be quantified at project closure.
- To ensure that BAU considerations are considered throughout the project and that the project is successfully transitioned to BAU support at the completion of the project
- To work in partnership with the IM&T staff to ensure effective use of operational resources on projects.
- To be accountable for the activities of the staff within your project team whilst maintaining a supportive and inclusive team working environment with opportunities for staff to show case their skills and expertise.
- To work with key stakeholders within in-flight projects to maintain good communication and engagement helping to remove barriers to change or success.
- To work with other project manager colleagues within IM&T to maximise the use of project staff to ensure that their skills are efficiently used between projects.
- To represent UHL at specific external regional / national forum with respect to the National Program of IT or similar IM&T initiatives specifically related to the project/product.
- To represent the interests of the customers at programme/project delivery meetings and other such like forum.
- To engage with and influence the implementation IM&T transformation initiatives and IM&T Strategy where appropriate
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To manage multiple projects within IM&T delivering to the requirements defined
- To ensure that projects are delivered seamlessly along complete care pathways between healthcare sectors to avoid silo working and retrospective project alignment.
- To have knowledge of a variety of project management methodologies and to utilise them appropriately to deliver projects successfully whilst making most effective use of funds and resources
- To ensure governance and documentation arrangements are followed within the projects and they are governed through a project board which must receive timely and accurate reports of project progress.
- To be responsible for the management of project funds and report on expenditure to the relevant boards where applicable
- To work with the IM&T PMO, Commercial Lead and PMO IM&T Senior Project Manager to ensure effective project controls and assurance
- To ensure that benefits are captured during the project so that they can be quantified at project closure.
- To ensure that BAU considerations are considered throughout the project and that the project is successfully transitioned to BAU support at the completion of the project
- To work in partnership with the IM&T staff to ensure effective use of operational resources on projects.
- To be accountable for the activities of the staff within your project team whilst maintaining a supportive and inclusive team working environment with opportunities for staff to show case their skills and expertise.
- To work with key stakeholders within in-flight projects to maintain good communication and engagement helping to remove barriers to change or success.
- To work with other project manager colleagues within IM&T to maximise the use of project staff to ensure that their skills are efficiently used between projects.
- To represent UHL at specific external regional / national forum with respect to the National Program of IT or similar IM&T initiatives specifically related to the project/product.
- To represent the interests of the customers at programme/project delivery meetings and other such like forum.
- To engage with and influence the implementation IM&T transformation initiatives and IM&T Strategy where appropriate
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- Degree level education or equivalent
- Qualified to degree level with a high proportion of IT content or equivalent skills or experience in NHS IM&T.
Desirable
- Evidence of continued professional development
- Evidence of project management qualifications
Experience
Essential
- at least one years experience working within NHS environment
- At least one years experience in a project management role within exposed to clinical environments
Desirable
- At least 1 years experience with working with major healthcare system providers within the NHS as a project manager or similar role
knowledge
Essential
- Problem solving capabilities of a high order as this role will have to deal with multiple project resource allocations and contentious influencing issues.
- Good leadership skills to ensure delivery of successful projects on time and to budget.
Desirable
- Must have experience of change management techniques through practical application.
Attitude
Essential
- Must be committed to self-development and be enthusiastic about acquiring new skills and embracing new technologies.
- Must be committed to continuous development of the team's skills to ensure the department stays abreast of latest technological developments.
Stakeholder Management
Essential
- Demonstrate a prooven tracken record of dealing with a wide range of stakeholders to ensure project success
- Able to manage conflict between different stakeholders whilst remaining true to organisational values and expectations
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- Degree level education or equivalent
- Qualified to degree level with a high proportion of IT content or equivalent skills or experience in NHS IM&T.
Desirable
- Evidence of continued professional development
- Evidence of project management qualifications
Experience
Essential
- at least one years experience working within NHS environment
- At least one years experience in a project management role within exposed to clinical environments
Desirable
- At least 1 years experience with working with major healthcare system providers within the NHS as a project manager or similar role
knowledge
Essential
- Problem solving capabilities of a high order as this role will have to deal with multiple project resource allocations and contentious influencing issues.
- Good leadership skills to ensure delivery of successful projects on time and to budget.
Desirable
- Must have experience of change management techniques through practical application.
Attitude
Essential
- Must be committed to self-development and be enthusiastic about acquiring new skills and embracing new technologies.
- Must be committed to continuous development of the team's skills to ensure the department stays abreast of latest technological developments.
Stakeholder Management
Essential
- Demonstrate a prooven tracken record of dealing with a wide range of stakeholders to ensure project success
- Able to manage conflict between different stakeholders whilst remaining true to organisational values and expectations
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
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).
