Job summary
Are you ready to take on an exciting new challenge? We have a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and dynamic individual to join our experienced and enthusiastic EPMA (Electronic Prescribing and Medicines Administration) team. This is your chance to play a pivotal role in the implementation of CMM/WellSky across the Trust, a transformative project that will enhance patient safety and streamline processes. Working alongside a supportive and passionate team, you'll contribute to a forward-thinking programme that is set to make a significant impact on healthcare delivery. If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you!
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be a key part of the team implementing and maintaining the electronic prescribing and medicines management (EPMA) system throughout the Trust.
They will work with, and support, the Lead Pharmacist EPMA and the EPMA Team on the implementation and operational management of the Trust's EPMA system to ensure that the goals of the overall project plan are met.
A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010.
About us
#TeamNottsHC comprises over 11,000 dedicated colleagues who #MakeADifference every day. We deliver intellectual disability, mental health, community health, forensic, and offender healthcare services across Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, and South Yorkshire. Our care is provided from over 200 sites, spanning community locations, acute settings, and secure environments, including prisons.
We are one of the largest mental health and community Trusts in the East Midlands and one of Nottinghamshire's biggest employers. We also host national and regional services, such as the National High Secure Deaf Service and the Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health.
We offer a variety of employee-led staff networks, including Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) groups, the Green Champions network, the Freedom to Speak Up network, the Health and Wellbeing Champions network, and the Menopause Champions network. These networks play a vital role in supporting our diverse workforce and promoting a culture of inclusivity.
The health and wellbeing of our colleagues is a top priority. We invest significantly in this through our in-house occupational health and staff counselling services, supported by a dedicated Health and Wellbeing team.
The Trust is committed to reducing its carbon emissions, with a specialised Energy and Environmental team working to ensure compliance with environmental legislation, enhance our environmental performance, and achieve our net-zero commitment
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will play a key role in the development and the delivery of high quality, effective, multidisciplinary training and education within the Trust, which meets individual training needs and facilitates the personal development of staff for the EPMA implementation.
They will support the co-ordination of planning, preparation and delivery of training as well as learner support for all clinical and non-clinical users of the EPMA system.
The post holder will provide practical support to the clinical teams and take forward new ways of working related to EPMA within a clinical setting and continually seek service improvement.
The post holder will be required to assist in the day to day running of a highly complex electronic clinical platform, supporting all users with troubleshooting, education, data and business continuity processes as required and triaging the need to escalate to the technical team.
Please note that this post does not meet the pay level required for a Skilled worker visa.Successful applicants with no prior NHS experience would normally be placed at the bottom of the band in line with Agenda for Change. This salary is below the minimum salary required for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. In these circumstances the Trust would not, therefore, be able to sponsor for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa.
Applicants requiring a Skilled Worker Visa can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship against the relevant criteria here https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
You will also be part of the EPMA on-call rota, providing out-of-hours support to sites as needed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will play a key role in the development and the delivery of high quality, effective, multidisciplinary training and education within the Trust, which meets individual training needs and facilitates the personal development of staff for the EPMA implementation.
They will support the co-ordination of planning, preparation and delivery of training as well as learner support for all clinical and non-clinical users of the EPMA system.
The post holder will provide practical support to the clinical teams and take forward new ways of working related to EPMA within a clinical setting and continually seek service improvement.
The post holder will be required to assist in the day to day running of a highly complex electronic clinical platform, supporting all users with troubleshooting, education, data and business continuity processes as required and triaging the need to escalate to the technical team.
Please note that this post does not meet the pay level required for a Skilled worker visa.Successful applicants with no prior NHS experience would normally be placed at the bottom of the band in line with Agenda for Change. This salary is below the minimum salary required for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. In these circumstances the Trust would not, therefore, be able to sponsor for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa.
Applicants requiring a Skilled Worker Visa can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship against the relevant criteria here https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
You will also be part of the EPMA on-call rota, providing out-of-hours support to sites as needed.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Recognised training, coaching or mentoring qualification, or equivalent experience.
- To be educated to a degree-level, or equivalent experience.
Desirable
- Project management or IM&T related qualificiation.
- A1 NVQ assessor.
Experience
Essential
- Significant hospital pharmacy or equivalent experience
- Experience of databases, data analysis, reporting, in particular familiarity with EPMA.
- Experience in training others/staff mentoring.
Desirable
- EPMA system management experience.
- Experience of working in the NHS.
Knowledge
Essential
- Specialist knowledge of electronic prescribing and related systems, and their applicability in a range of NHS contexts.
- Knowledge and awareness of NHS changes and understanding of pharmacy systems and health informatics issues within the NHS.
Desirable
- Knowledge of use of medicines within hospital and community settings.
- Knowledge of prescribing and medicines supply processes.
- Knowledge of medicines and their uses and an awareness of the implications of drug-related errors.
Skills
Essential
- Problem identification and solving: methodical and logical approach with high attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills, where tasks might require adjustment due to variable workload and where there might be competing demands or deadlines.
Desirable
- Familiar with any or all of the following: (i) EPMA systems (ii) the EMIS (ASCribe) and (iii) JAC (Well Sky) hospital IT systems.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Recognised training, coaching or mentoring qualification, or equivalent experience.
- To be educated to a degree-level, or equivalent experience.
Desirable
- Project management or IM&T related qualificiation.
- A1 NVQ assessor.
Experience
Essential
- Significant hospital pharmacy or equivalent experience
- Experience of databases, data analysis, reporting, in particular familiarity with EPMA.
- Experience in training others/staff mentoring.
Desirable
- EPMA system management experience.
- Experience of working in the NHS.
Knowledge
Essential
- Specialist knowledge of electronic prescribing and related systems, and their applicability in a range of NHS contexts.
- Knowledge and awareness of NHS changes and understanding of pharmacy systems and health informatics issues within the NHS.
Desirable
- Knowledge of use of medicines within hospital and community settings.
- Knowledge of prescribing and medicines supply processes.
- Knowledge of medicines and their uses and an awareness of the implications of drug-related errors.
Skills
Essential
- Problem identification and solving: methodical and logical approach with high attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills, where tasks might require adjustment due to variable workload and where there might be competing demands or deadlines.
Desirable
- Familiar with any or all of the following: (i) EPMA systems (ii) the EMIS (ASCribe) and (iii) JAC (Well Sky) hospital IT systems.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
