Band 6 - ICT Project Manager, ICT

Manage projects from initiation to successfully delivery.

Establish project milestones and plans in collaboration with ICT Programme Manager, other project managers and project sponsor.

Plan projects which impact across clinical and non/clinical areas; e.g. delivery of new systems, new technical infrastructure or information systems.

Completes all user requests for project work within the specified time.

Oversees the installation, configuration and management of all hardware/ software of information system projects as assigned within the project timelines.

Responsible for managing the installation repair and maintenance of IT equipment prior to handover and completion of project.

Maintain documentation and tracking of required fixes, enhancements and testing.

Responsible for and/or undertakes surveys/ audits as necessary for projects.

Persuades project boards and staff of the importance of projects, negotiates priorities on IT and clinical developments with non-ICT managers, including linking in with other initiatives.

Develops empathy and understanding of physical needs and builds relationships with clinical staff to gain support of IT initiatives.

Create and maintain project documentation to include, but not limited to: budgets, minutes, issues reports, status reports, cost reports, benefits measurements, payment schedules, project schedules and key decisions.

Ensure project documentation is complete and error free.

With a new hospital planned for Watford, work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital and plans for a neighbourhood healthcare centre in Hemel Hempstead, this is an exciting time to join us.

We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imagining models of care, working closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare.

Staff wellbeing and development are a priority, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience.

Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others.

We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance. www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking

If you have a disability or long-term health condition and require support or guidance please contact westherts.recruitment@nhs.net

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We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Education and qualifications

Essential: - Degree or equivalent; or previous experience in project management.; - PRINCE2 practitioner or equivalent NHS Project Management Experience.

Desirable: - Post graduate degree in Health Informatics or related discipline e.g. MSc.

Knowledge

Desirable: - Knowledge of NHS issues and processes

Experience

Desirable: - NHS or other public services background including the management of change