Non-Executive Director - Digital

We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Non-Executive Director to join our Board and provide independent oversight, constructive challenge and strategic leadership. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of a values-led, not-for-profit healthcare organisation, ensuring we continue to deliver safe, high-quality and person-centred care while embracing the opportunities presented by digital innovation. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with Executive Directors and fellow Board members to support organisational strategy, governance, performance, risk management and regulatory compliance. We are particularly interested in individuals with senior-level experience in digital transformation, technology, information management or innovation, who can help guide our digital ambitions and support the delivery of excellent patient care. If you would like to discuss this role, or have any questions, we would encourage you to contact us for an informal discussion,

• Contribute to the development and oversight of the organisations strategic direction, supporting the delivery of high-quality, sustainable and patient-centred services.
• Provide independent challenge, insight and scrutiny to Board discussions, decisions and performance.
• Support effective corporate governance, ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory and ethical standards.
• Monitor organisational performance, financial sustainability and risk management, seeking assurance that appropriate controls are in place.
• Champion patient safety, quality improvement, inclusion, staff wellbeing and continuous learning.
• Promote and support the organisations digital transformation agenda to enhance patient care and operational efficiency.
• Build effective relationships with Board members, senior leaders and key stakeholders while maintaining independence of judgement.
• Attend and actively contribute to Board, committee and development meetings.
• Chair the IM&T Committee, providing oversight of digital, information management and technology initiatives.
• Act as an ambassador for gtd healthcares values and always operate with integrity, accountability and collective responsibility.
• Commitment to two days per month on average with some flexibility.
  
  gtd healthcare is a values driven, not-for-profit provider of innovative healthcare across North-West England, with a turnover of £49 million we are one of the largest NHS Commissioned providers of Primary and Urgent Care Services in the region.
We are employee owned and led by a unitary Board comprising clinical and non-clinical Directors and have been providing high-quality care to patients for nearly 30 years., At gtd healthcare, we do things differently. Our not-for-profit ethos and commitment to innovation offers patients the best experience possible and a unique opportunity to transform services. We are committed to developing and supporting our people to achieve their career aspirations while making a positive impact on patients and the wider community. Our values drive everything we do, with our people at the heart of delivering the best possible healthcare. Our organisational strategy is centred on shaping the future of healthcare through innovation, digital transformation and high-quality patient-centred care. As a values-driven, not-for-profit organisation, we are committed to reinvesting resources back into our services, people and local communities to deliver the greatest possible benefit for people. By embracing digital healthcare solutions, improving access to care and developing innovative ways of working, we aim to enhance patient outcomes, experiences and safety, while ensuring services remain efficient, accessible and sustainable. Our approach is underpinned by our core values of putting patients first, supporting our people, delivering great quality care, leading the transformation of healthcare, and contributing positively to the wellbeing of the communities we serve.