Job summary
*The banding for this vacancy is subject to agenda for change*
An exciting opportunity has arisen at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital Trust (SaTH) for a methodical and focused individual with experience of structured systems analysis, design, and programming to join the Trust's Development Team as a Software Developer.
The post holder will have proven experience of change management, ideally in relation to clinical system implementation. You will be highly capable of planning and prioritising work, managing competing demands and deadlines and you will have the enthusiasm and drive for results. You will be required to take a flexible and innovative approach combined with excellent interpersonal, analytical and communication skills to ensure that the application performs to the requirements of its users and clinicians.
This is an excellent time to join our team as we embark upon the delivery of a digital transformation roadmap across the organisation.
Initially this post is until 31st March 2025, with a possibility of extension.
Main duties of the job
Working as a member of a team, this role has responsibility for developing, testing, and productionising new technologies, programs and interfaces. The role involves close liaison with all levels of clinical and administrative staff. This role covers a second-line support responsibility offering both in-hours and out-of-hours support for Trust systems
About us
Working as part of the Development team within the Digital Services department you will work autonomously, within the boundaries of the role, as well as, importantly, being part of a team.
You will be supported by the Service Development teams to deliver services designed for a fast paced clinical environment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.
Person Specification
Skills/Attributes
Essential
- Attention to detail, accurate and a strong quality first approach
- A proactive and determined learner who is keen for continued personal development.
- Ability to work both in a team and independently.
- Ability to cope with a large workload and to prioritise activities according to deadlines.
- Proficient in the use of MS Office (Word, Excel and Visio) and E mail / Internet
- Up to date knowledge of Information Governance standards in relationship to information flows and data collection and retention.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills on highly complex systems, datasets and code.
Desirable
- Good presentational skills
- Awareness of NHS digitalisation strategy and direction
- Knowledge of the NHS and Trust's Digital Transformation and IM&T strategy
- Knowledge and experience of change management strategies and approaches
- Awareness of Trust policies, particularly in relation to Data Protection and Confidentiality & Security.
Experience
Essential
- A good understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle.
- Knowledge and experience in the key languages and frameworks: oVisual Basic / C# o.Net / .Net Core oJavascript / JQuery oASP/VB6 oSQL oAngular framework with SCSS oLyniate Rhapsody Integration Engine oRestful APIs / Web API's
- Knowledge, experience and understanding of frontend and backend computing infrastructure such as Windows Server, SQL Server.
- Familiarity with the production of technical documentation to support user requirements, system design.
- Good understanding of configuring Internet Information Service (IIS) and web applications.
Desirable
- Experience designing user interfaces
- Experience of software testing.
- Experience of developing clinical systems
- Knowledge of agile methodologies.
- Previous experience working in a NHS organisation.
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level and / or relevant experience within specialty.
Desirable
- Evidence of ongoing personal development in the field of software development.
- Understanding of medical terminology (e.g. SNOMED).
Person Specification
Skills/Attributes
Essential
- Attention to detail, accurate and a strong quality first approach
- A proactive and determined learner who is keen for continued personal development.
- Ability to work both in a team and independently.
- Ability to cope with a large workload and to prioritise activities according to deadlines.
- Proficient in the use of MS Office (Word, Excel and Visio) and E mail / Internet
- Up to date knowledge of Information Governance standards in relationship to information flows and data collection and retention.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills on highly complex systems, datasets and code.
Desirable
- Good presentational skills
- Awareness of NHS digitalisation strategy and direction
- Knowledge of the NHS and Trust's Digital Transformation and IM&T strategy
- Knowledge and experience of change management strategies and approaches
- Awareness of Trust policies, particularly in relation to Data Protection and Confidentiality & Security.
Experience
Essential
- A good understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle.
- Knowledge and experience in the key languages and frameworks: oVisual Basic / C# o.Net / .Net Core oJavascript / JQuery oASP/VB6 oSQL oAngular framework with SCSS oLyniate Rhapsody Integration Engine oRestful APIs / Web API's
- Knowledge, experience and understanding of frontend and backend computing infrastructure such as Windows Server, SQL Server.
- Familiarity with the production of technical documentation to support user requirements, system design.
- Good understanding of configuring Internet Information Service (IIS) and web applications.
Desirable
- Experience designing user interfaces
- Experience of software testing.
- Experience of developing clinical systems
- Knowledge of agile methodologies.
- Previous experience working in a NHS organisation.
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level and / or relevant experience within specialty.
Desirable
- Evidence of ongoing personal development in the field of software development.
- Understanding of medical terminology (e.g. SNOMED).
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).
Employer details
Employer name
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
Address
Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, Shrewsbury Business Park (SBP)
Shrewsbury
SY2 6LG
Employer's website
http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
