Head of Hive EPR & Digital Applications

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS foundation trust in Manchester is seeking a Head of Hive EPR & Digital Applications to lead critical digital transformation programmes. The role involves collaborating with executive and clinical leaders to enhance clinical quality and patient experience. The ideal candidate will have experience in managing complex digital projects and a strong understanding of emerging technologies. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact in healthcare delivery and innovation in the region.

Benefits

Dynamic and inclusive environment

Opportunity for professional development

High-impact projects

Qualifications

• Experience in leading complex digital transformation programmes.
• Ability to collaborate with executive and clinical leaders.
• Strong understanding of digital technologies including AI and Machine Learning.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex programmes and drive operational excellence.
• Influence Trust-wide transformation in collaboration with leaders.
• Deputise for the Director of Hive EPR & Digital Applications.

Job description

Overview

Joining the Digital Service places you at the heart of the Trust's digital journey. The Hive Electronic Patient Record (EPR), powered by Epic, launched in September 2022 – the largest UK deployment at the time – marked a major milestone in MFT’s vision of becoming a Digital First organisation. Hive has greatly enhanced the Trust’s ability to harness data by capturing high‑quality, high‑volume clinical and non‑clinical information across acute services. This enables data‑driven insights to accelerate digital transformation and deliver safer, more efficient, and more personalised patient care. We have an ambitious digital strategic roadmap, with Hive as the engine for transformation across MFT. Our aim is to deliver scalable, robust, and reliable digital infrastructure, applications, and services that underpin major programmes and strategic priorities.

This includes contributing to national initiatives such as the New Hospitals Programme and supporting North Manchester General Hospital’s redevelopment, which is shaping the digital blueprint for future hospitals. We are also evolving our digital governance framework to ensure safe, effective, and innovative use of emerging technologies – including AI, Machine Learning, and Robotic Process Automation – across all areas of our services.

Role

The Head of Hive EPR & Digital Applications is a key leadership role within the Digital Services Senior Leadership Team (SLT). The post holder will deputise for the Director of Hive EPR & Digital Applications as required, while driving MFT’s digital strategic roadmap and leading a portfolio of critical programmes and initiatives. As part of our Digital Team, you will help enhance clinical quality, patient and staff experience, operational effectiveness, and research excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex programmes and drive operational excellence.
• Influence Trust‑wide transformation, working collaboratively with Executive and Clinical Leaders to deliver sustainable improvements for patients, staff and communities.
• Deputise for the Director of Hive EPR & Digital Applications and steward the digital strategic roadmap.
• Lead a portfolio of critical programmes and initiatives that underpin major programmes and strategic priorities.
• Support national initiatives such as the New Hospitals Programme and the digital blueprint for future hospitals.

Benefits

We offer a dynamic, inclusive environment where your leadership, vision and expertise are valued. You will have the opportunity to lead high‑impact projects, develop future talent and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, supported by advanced digital infrastructure and a commitment to professional development. Join us to make a lasting impact – help shape the future of our Trust, drive innovation and deliver outstanding care for the people of Manchester, Trafford and beyond.

About MFT

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is a leading, integrated healthcare provider. Our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe, serving over 1 million people per year through 10 hospitals and extensive community services. With a workforce of 30 000 plus, we are at the forefront of system leadership, innovation and transformation across Greater Manchester.