Job summary
This post is fixed term / secondment for 12 months to meet the needs of the service.
If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post.
The automation of routine, manual processes have the ability to transform the way healthcare organisations work and drive efficiency. This has many benefits - when implemented properly it allows organisations to devote and focus more time on frontline clinical and operational services.
We're looking for someone to join the Digital Services team at Velindre University NHS Trust and contribute to revolutionising healthcare processes through the power of Robotic Process Automation. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact within a progressive organisation that values innovation and embraces digital transformation.
We are seeking a talented and experienced Robotic Process Automation (RPA) Developer. In this role you will be instrumental in the establishment and development of our RPA capabilities, ensuring efficient and effective automation of processes across clinical and non-clinical services. As an RPA Developer you will design, build, test and provide support for business application systems, utilising industry best practices and specialist tools.
Main duties of the job
- Design and develop end-to-end solutions for robotic automation processes, aligning them with various business requirements.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to identify automation opportunities and analyse existing processes for RPA implementation.
- Build, test, and deploy RPA solutions, adhering to coding standards and best practices.
- Provide technical expertise and support for RPA systems, ensuring their smooth operation and addressing any exceptions or issues that arise.
- Assist team members and end users in utilising enhanced application systems, offering guidance and troubleshooting assistance.
- Stay up to date with emerging technologies and industry trends in RPA and recommend improvements and advancements to enhance system capabilities.
- Liaise effectively with team members, end users, and software providers to ensure seamless deployment and migration of RPA solutions.
- Prepare and maintain comprehensive documentation, including change management processes and post-implementation reports.
About us
Here atVelindre University NHS Trustwe are extremely proud of the specialist services we provide across the whole of Wales in ourcutting-edgeVelindre Cancer Centreand ouraward-winningWelsh Blood Service, as well as the expertise of our corporate functions that bring the two divisions together. We are also fortunate to host theNHS Wales Shared Services PartnershipandHealth Technology Walesand have developed strong partnership working with these expert services.
Formed in 1999, the Trust has a dedicated workforce that continuously strives to provide the key principles of prudent healthcare through a wide array of roles. We play a vital role in the communities we support and have ambitious plans for the future to continue to improve the services we deliver. We strive to maintain our core values in everything we do by being; accountable, bold, caring and dynamic, and ensuring the best possible care for our patients and donors.
If you want to work for an organisation that prides itself on making a real difference and offers exciting career opportunities then Velindre University NHS Trust is the place for you.
Visit our website to find out morehttps://velindre.nhs.wales/
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Person Specification
Other
Desirable
- Welsh Speaker (Level 1) or willingness to work towards.
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to Degree level (preferably IT related) or equivalent level of work experience and knowledge.
- ITIL Foundation or equivalent experience.
- Significant knowledge of RPA software and methodologies
Desirable
- Professional qualification or membership in BCS.
- Federation of Information Professionals (FED-IP) membership.
- Significant knowledge of the Microsoft Power Platform suite.
- Knowledge of at least one automation implementation design methodology e.g. Agile, Six Sigma.
- Knowledge of XML, CCS, CSV.
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of using RPA software to build RPA solutions.
- Relevant experience working in a digital / IT environment.
- Relevant experience of using development environments, with experience in applying version control across environments.
- Significant experience of testing application systems using formal, structured procedures - e.g. using use cases, test plans, test scripts etc.
- Experience and understanding of workflow-based logic and the ability to understand a business process from a workflow diagram or illustrate a written process as a workflow diagram.
Desirable
- Proven record of finding innovative solutions to highly complex problems.
- Experience of one or more of: Microsoft Server, Linux, Unix, Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle DBMA, LDAP, Microsoft Active Directory.
- Experience of applying business analysis techniques and methodologies to understand organisational business processes.
Skills
Essential
- High standard of oral and written communication skills with the ability to present technical details to a non-technical audience.
- Ability to provide guidance and support to less experienced team members.
- Sound judgment, decision making, and organisational skills.
- Ability to work on own initiative, organise own workload, and deliver support and projects with minimal support.
Person Specification
Other
Desirable
- Welsh Speaker (Level 1) or willingness to work towards.
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to Degree level (preferably IT related) or equivalent level of work experience and knowledge.
- ITIL Foundation or equivalent experience.
- Significant knowledge of RPA software and methodologies
Desirable
- Professional qualification or membership in BCS.
- Federation of Information Professionals (FED-IP) membership.
- Significant knowledge of the Microsoft Power Platform suite.
- Knowledge of at least one automation implementation design methodology e.g. Agile, Six Sigma.
- Knowledge of XML, CCS, CSV.
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of using RPA software to build RPA solutions.
- Relevant experience working in a digital / IT environment.
- Relevant experience of using development environments, with experience in applying version control across environments.
- Significant experience of testing application systems using formal, structured procedures - e.g. using use cases, test plans, test scripts etc.
- Experience and understanding of workflow-based logic and the ability to understand a business process from a workflow diagram or illustrate a written process as a workflow diagram.
Desirable
- Proven record of finding innovative solutions to highly complex problems.
- Experience of one or more of: Microsoft Server, Linux, Unix, Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle DBMA, LDAP, Microsoft Active Directory.
- Experience of applying business analysis techniques and methodologies to understand organisational business processes.
Skills
Essential
- High standard of oral and written communication skills with the ability to present technical details to a non-technical audience.
- Ability to provide guidance and support to less experienced team members.
- Sound judgment, decision making, and organisational skills.
- Ability to work on own initiative, organise own workload, and deliver support and projects with minimal support.
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).
Additional information
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).
