Job details
- Job reference: 224004
- Salary: Band 8B (£76,888 - £82,251)
- Job closing date: 10/06/2026
- Job Type: Administrative Services
- Location: Aberdeen Royal Infirmary / Dr Gray's Hospital, Elgin
- Employment type: Fixed-term
- Hours Per Week: 37
- Job posted date: 27/05/2026
- Employer (NHS Board): NHS Grampian
- Department: Digital Directorate
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
🚀 Lead the Digital Transformation of Health and Care in Grampian
Are you ready to shape the future of healthcare?NHS Grampian is on the lookout for a dynamic and forward-thinking Lead NMAHP Digital Officer to drive the safe adoption of digital technology across Nursing, Midwifery, and Allied Health Professions. This is your opportunity to play a key role in developing and delivering our next Digital Health & Care Strategy — transforming care delivery across the region and beyond.
🌟 What You’ll Do
As our Lead NMAHP Digital Officer, you’ll be at the forefront of innovation, driving digital excellence across Nursing, Midwifery, and Allied Health Professions. You will:
- Shape the future of digital health and care through strategic planning and visionary leadership.
- Align regional and national priorities, influencing policy and practice at every level.
- Support the redesign of services to unlock the full potential of digital technologies.
- Evaluate impact through audits and benefits realisation.
- Champion digital clinical safety across the organisation.
- Collaborate with Research & Innovation teams to integrate data science into NMAHP research and practice.
🎯 What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking a trailblazer with:
- A professional qualification in Nursing, Midwifery, or an Allied Health Profession, plus further development to Master’s level (or equivalent) in areas like digital leadership, person-centred care, or improvement science.
- A proven track record in digital transformation, strategic planning, and clinical leadership.
- A passion for innovation, collaboration, and improving outcomes through digital solutions.
💡 Why Join NHS Grampian?
At NHS Grampian, you’ll be part of a bold, future-focused team committed to making a real difference. We offer:
- Membership of the NHS pension scheme
- A wide range of work-life balance policies
- Access to occupational health services
- Learning resource centres to support your development
- Discounts on leisure, financial, and shopping services
🌍 Make Your Mark
This is more than a job — it’s a chance to lead change, inspire innovation, and shape the future of healthcare in Grampian.📬 For informal enquiries, contact steve.baguley2@nhs.scot
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As a disability confident employer we are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are inclusive and accessible to all. If you need us to make any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting our recruitment team at the earliest opportunity. Email us at gram.recruitment@nhs.scot.
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NHS Grampian forms one of the fourteen regional health boards of NHS Scotland and is responsible for providing health and social care services to a population of over 500,000 people living in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire and Moray.
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