DSP Specialist for EPR Implementation

The DSP Specialist for EPR Implementation (fixed term, post holder) will play a pivotal role in the implementation of the Trust's EPR, managing the successful delivery of one or more of the modules that, together, make up the overall EPR. As part of a dynamic and agile team that is committed to our Vision 'Dedicated to Excellence', you will have significant personal opportunities to grow and develop, as well as to tangibly impact how care is delivered in the future., We are seeking a skilled and experienced DPIA (Data Protection Impact Assessment) Specialist to join our team for the implementation of an Electronic Patient Record (EPR) system. The DPIA Specialist will be responsible for conducting and overseeing the DPIA process to ensure compliance with data protection regulations and safeguarding patient information throughout the EPR implementation. This role requires excellent knowledge of data protection laws, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams., Northampton General Hospital is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. All of our divisions are committed to doing things better, with more efficiency as we update, modernise, and advance. We have also entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire.
Our Excellence Values
+ Compassion
+ Accountability
+ Respect
+ Integrity
+ Courage
We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire and help to unleash everyone's full potential. As an organisation, we value how we communicate and promote our vacancies to all communities.
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The Hospital Group encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups, especially those from BAME, Disabled and LGBTQ+ backgrounds as these are underrepresented in our hospitals.
We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative.
We have active Networks that promote and support colleagues from all backgrounds. This ensures everyone feels supported and has a sense of belonging working for Kettering and Northampton General Hospitals., + Conduct DPIAs: Lead the process of conducting Data Protection Impact Assessments for the EPR implementation project, ensuring that all necessary steps and considerations are taken into account.
+ Compliance: Ensure that the EPR implementation project adheres to relevant data protection laws, regulations, and best practices, such as Mangement of Records Code of Practice, UK General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) and DPA 2018.
+ Risk Assessment: Identify and assess potential risks and impacts on patient data privacy and security throughout the EPR implementation, including data access, storage, transmission, and retention.
+ Mitigation Strategies: Develop and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies to address identified risks, including technical, organizational, and procedural measures.
+ Collaboration: Collaborate with project teams, IT professionals, suppliers, CCIO, CSO, legal experts, and other stakeholders to ensure that privacy and security requirements are integrated into the EPR implementation process.
+ Documentation: Prepare and maintain documentation related to DPIA processes, including reports, findings, and recommendations using the Trusts DPIA System - the Information Sharing Gateway.
+ Training and Awareness: Provide training and guidance to project teams and staff members regarding data protection principles, DPIA requirements, and best practices for handling patient information.
+ Monitoring and Evaluation: Monitor the implementation of recommended mitigation measures, evaluate their effectiveness, and provide ongoing support and guidance as needed.

At Northampton General Hospital we provide general acute services and hyper-acute stroke, vascular and renal services to people living in Northamptonshire. As well as this we are an accredited cancer centre and provide cancer services to a wider population of Northamptonshire and parts of Buckinghamshire.
We are proud to be the first hospital in the UK to have obtained Pathway to Excellence® designated accreditation from the American nurses credentialing centre (ANCC).
We celebrate staff achievements and value the importance of working as one big team. That's why we talk about Team NGH. It's all about working together to provide the best possible care for our patients and supporting each other to grow and develop our skills. We are driven to helping you to be the best you can be.
We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire and help to unleash everyone's full potential. As an organisation, we value how we communicate and promote our vacancies to all communities. The Hospital Group encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups, especially those from BAME, Disabled and LGBTQ+ backgrounds as these are underrepresented in our hospitals. We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative. We have active Networks that promote and support colleagues from all backgrounds. This ensures everyone feels supported and has a sense of belonging working for Kettering and Northampton General Hospitals.