As a Configuration developer for the EPR programme you will be the specialist responsible for configuration, testing and implementation activities supporting the delivery of our paperless hospital vision.
You will play a critical role, working on multiple projects simultaneously alongside business analysts, system suppliers, senior developers and stakeholders from across the three hospital sites. Working closely with our teams of Digital Nurses and EPR Programme leads, you will help to deliver solutions to the challenges of removing the reliance on paper for healthcare delivery.
Main duties of the job
You will transform solution designs and requirements specifications into robust solutions utilising our set of key systems around which we are building our hybrid electronic patient record.
You will follow best practice development, configuration and testing lifecycles using a mixture of agile product and traditional waterfall approaches. The work will entail the use of a range of technologies along an open, standards-based approach to deliver the development of electronic data capture forms and correspondence templates.
You will develop and maintain Javascript code with support of HTML, CSS and jQuery to integrate with UHL system configuration and support clinical pathways.
As a subject matter expert (SME) for configuration & Content , development platforms and processes, you will be responsible for ensuring that development and testing processes, tools and techniques are fit for purpose and meet the requirements of the IM&T Enterprise Architecture and Portfolio Management Office policies and procedures.
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- Degree level qualification in computer science or relevant discipline or equivalent experience
- Post-graduate diploma in a relevant subject or equivalent experience.
- Ongoing self-led programme of Continuous Professional Development
Desirable
- Level 3, 4 and 5: S/NVQ for Information / Communication Technology Professionals
- ITIL Foundation
Experience
Essential
- Significant detailed practical experience of IT in a large or complex organisation
- Demonstrable success in application development & configuration
- Dealing with user enquiries Experience of management of change in own area
- Experience in development using Java Script, HTML, jQuery and CSS including academic experience.
Desirable
- EPR administration in a healthcare environment
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Demonstrated ability to work well with others
- Able to describe highly technical and complex concepts to colleagues from different backgrounds both individually and in groups. Equally comfortable liaising with technical colleagues and handling face to face meetings with non-technical business and clinical users.
- Able to communicate to a high standard verbally and in writing. Good communication skills, able to present complex technical concepts to non-IT audiences.
- Communicates diplomatically but effectively both verbally and in writing.
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Excellent analytical and technical skills.
- Ability to identify and articulate multiple technical solutions to business problems, making recommendations as to the best course of action, identifying risks and benefits in each case.
- Ability to manage competing demands and meet deadlines in a high-pressure environment
- Ability to accurately estimate configuration and development effort required from requirements and solution design documentation.
- Shows mature understanding of the relationship of their specialisation and responsibilities to the directorate/Trust’s and NHS business as a whole.
Desirable
- Ability to understand the long-term (“big picture”) and short-term perspectives of situations
Skills
Essential
- Able to work in multiple delivery styles (e.g. agile, iterative, waterfall).
- Excellent planning and organisational skills; able to manage own workload.
- Able to work autonomously and demonstrate a high degree of personal motivation and accountability.
Other requirements specific to the role
Essential
- Proficient in application configuration and development methods, techniques and standards.
- Understanding of principles and practices of good system design. Excellent problem-solving skills.
- Ability to quickly comprehend the functions and capabilities of new technologies.
- Track record of remaining unbiased toward any specific technology or vendor and being more interested in results than personal preferences.
- Awareness of organisational CIP responsibilities and the opportunities the programme deliverables can sustain.
- Ability to work effectively in environments with often ill-defined requirements, under time and cost pressures.
- Motivation that is focused on long-term results.
Desirable
- Knowledge of Project Management principles
- Knowledge of IT Change Management processes
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
- All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high- quality care and interactions with others.
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
- All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust’s Values and Behaviours
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Closing Date: 10 May 2026
