Job responsibilities
The
Information Governance Team is expanding in line with the growth experienced by
Psychiatry-UK, which is entrusted with large quantities of patient data, staff
data and confidential business information. The Group Head of Information
Governance is looking to recruit a suitably qualified Information Governance
Support Officer, to join the team.
The Role/Responsibilities
Whilst working within the
Information Governance Team, the IG Support Officer will be required to :
Assist the Group Head of Information
Governance, to develop, promote and monitor an information governance regime
which combines personal data protection and cyber security, and which enables
Psychiatry-UK to meet its legal obligations and to manage its information
risks.
Develop a broad understanding of
the strategic direction of Psychiatry-UK, and contribute your ideas, in a
constructive way, for the improvement of information governance.
Attend meetings as required by the
Group Head of Information Governance and input proactively and confidently,
providing advice and guidance on key and pertinent information governance
issues.
Work on organisational projects to
provide Information Governance support, ensuring all undertakings meet
compliant standards.
Work closely with colleagues across
all departments but especially IT, Cyber, Clinical Risk and Data Assurance,
Contracts and Patient Experience teams to name but a few.
To support with policy reviews and
the development of process maps/visuals to aid staff understanding.
To support with the development and
delivery of a bespoke training programme which focuses on specific modules to
raise knowledge and awareness across the organisation.
To support with key communications
a monthly newsletter is produced for all staff focusing on key and pertinent
IG and data protection topics, so research is required to incorporate key and
topical issues.
To handle queries received through
the Information Governance inbox both from staff and external parties,
providing sufficient guidance in line with legislative requirements and
guidance from the regulatory authority.
To assess and review third-party
supplier questionnaires and undertake due diligence exercises when assessing
the suitability of any third-party.
To support with the production of
Data Protection Impact Assessments, supporting project leads with their
requirements when the need to complete a DPIA has been identified.
To support with the Information
Risk Management programme, empowering staff to compete the organisational
electronic Information Asset Register effectively and within requirements.
To monitor and risk assess
incidents in line with regulatory guidance alongside the Patient Experience
Lead with the focus on actions and recommendations to mitigate risk of
incidents occurring again.
Undertake statutory and mandatory
training as deemed appropriate by Psychiatry-UK and any other role-specific
training to enhance knowledge.
Develop effective and cordial
working relationships with colleagues.
Adhere to the relevant
organisational policies and procedures, including the Acceptable Use Policy
when using organisational IT equipment.
Work in line with organisational
values.
Candidate
Requirements
Demonstrable experience of
undertaking information governance work, preferably within a healthcare
environment.
Qualifications and certifications
to match experience.
Demonstrable ability and
willingness to work autonomously and to draft key compliance documentation such
as Data Protection Impact Assessments, Data Sharing/Processing Agreements etc,
without supervision.
Experience of support with audits
and self-assessments such as the Data Security and Protection Toolkit, Cyber
Essential Plus Certification, ISO27001 support work etc
Suitable home working facilities.
Good knowledge of Office 365 tools
Confident communication skills,
both written and verbal
Satisfactory references
Careers
with Psychiatry-UK offer flexible work arrangements.
Remote
working (preconfigured laptop provided).
Overview of your organisation
Founded
in 2012, Psychiatry-UK has become the largest specialist psychiatry service in
the UK. Through innovation, forward thinking and determination, we are helping
to shape the future of British mental healthcare, enabling rapid access to
high-quality specialist medical diagnosis and treatment online, and onward
referral to accredited and medically managed counselling and coaching services.
Why work with us?
Our
workplace culture is person-centred, supportive and neurodivergent friendly. In
addition to comprehensive training and mentor support/CPD, we offer the
following benefits:
Competitive/generous
salary.
Additional
work-from-home bonus of £1000 per annum (pro-rata).
Holiday
Allowance.
Family
discount.
Employee
Assistance Programme (EAP)
Strong
social network with online events; some face-to-face events.
Equality
P-UK
is strongly committed to valuing and promoting equality, diversity, and
inclusion in all our activities. We welcome and celebrate the diversity of our
team and our patients and are committed to offering equal opportunities and
access for all people and groups in society.
