Applications Analyst

Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust

The closing date is 12 May 2025

Job summary

We are looking for a skilled and motivated individual to join our Digital Team. This role is part of a Team who are responsible supporting and delivering clinical digital applications and projects.

We are looking for individuals with good communication skills and a keen eye for detail. The post holder will be required to work independently and within a team. Knowledge of the systems already in use at the Trust such as Cerner (iCLIP Pro) is essential.

As an organisation, we are on the brink of a major transformation with the rollout of a new Electronic Patient Record (EPR) system. This is your chance to be part of the digital change, ensuring the safe and effective use of applications.

Main duties of the job

o Support the management and maintenance of servers supporting iCLIP Pro, the Document Management system, and associated printing services.o Assist with the administration and upkeep of clinical systems software, back-office tools, and related processes.o Contribute to the management of the Trust's clinical documentation systems, including patient and GP email services and associated error-trapping tools.o Utilise clinical systems in both production and development environments, including the use of administrative configuration tools for database maintenance and enhancement.o Monitor and maintain clinical application error logs, addressing issues in coordination with internal teams or external suppliers. Log and track issues through the system supplier's support channels when necessary.o Assist in the implementation and management of software upgrades, client installations, and hotfixes. This includes supporting the testing processes with end-to-end testing and documentation as required.o Provide support for, and contribute to the development of, all iCLIP Pro applications, in-cluding but not limited to clinic builds, PowerPlans, PowerChart, Clinical Documentation, Orders Management, Results Review, Medication Management (including ePMA), CapMan ,CareCompass, mPage and other related components.o Log incidents and service requests with the supplier's managed service helpdesk and pro-actively monitor progress to resolution.

About us

Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust provides a range of medical services to approximately 490,000 people living across southwest London and northeast Surrey. In addition, we provide more specialist services, in particular renal and neonatal intensive care, to a wider area, covering parts of Sussex and Hampshire.

We serve an area that is rich in diversity, with a mix of urban and rural areas, and differing levels of quality of life. We cover some of the most prosperous postcodes in the country, as well as some poorer areas. Together with our colleagues at NHS Surreyand NHS Sutton and Merton, we work to make sure that we deliver the best possible care to the communities we serve.

The Trust employs approximately 5,000 staff across its hospitals and issupported by over 500 volunteers.

Date posted

29 April 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£34,521 to £41,956 a year per annum, pro rata, Incl HCAS (Outer)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

343-NN-7134734-FM-HM

Job locations

Gateway Building

Gateway Building, Ashley Road

Trust wide

KT18 5AL


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached supporting job description and person specification document which contains more information about the role and requirements. Please ensure your application refers to the job description and person specification.

The recruiting team reserve the right to close this advertisement early once applications reach maximum limit.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached supporting job description and person specification document which contains more information about the role and requirements. Please ensure your application refers to the job description and person specification.

The recruiting team reserve the right to close this advertisement early once applications reach maximum limit.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Educated to A-Level, BTEC, or equivalent level, or possesses relevant experience in a technical or clinical systems support environment.

Desirable

  • Knowledge of Health service software systems, ideally Oracle Millenium.
  • Database administration

Experience

Essential

  • Evidence of working in a Desktop environment either in Application Systems support or Desktop support role

Desirable

  • Experience with database environments particularly Microsoft SQL

Communication

Essential

  • Effectively communicates complex digital and technical concepts across a range of mediums, tailored to diverse audiences including clinical, technical, and administrative staff.
  • Produces clear, well-structured documentation to support technical developments, system configurations, and user guidance.

Knowledge

Essential

  • Experienced in the use of modern software applications, including Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), Microsoft Project, and web browsers such as Microsoft Edge and Google Chrome.
  • Proficient in current desktop operating systems, including Microsoft Windows 10 and Windows 11.
  • Skilled in analysing, investigating, and resolving complex IM&T issues in collaboration with internal teams and third-party suppliers.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Educated to A-Level, BTEC, or equivalent level, or possesses relevant experience in a technical or clinical systems support environment.

Desirable

  • Knowledge of Health service software systems, ideally Oracle Millenium.
  • Database administration

Experience

Essential

  • Evidence of working in a Desktop environment either in Application Systems support or Desktop support role

Desirable

  • Experience with database environments particularly Microsoft SQL

Communication

Essential

  • Effectively communicates complex digital and technical concepts across a range of mediums, tailored to diverse audiences including clinical, technical, and administrative staff.
  • Produces clear, well-structured documentation to support technical developments, system configurations, and user guidance.

Knowledge

Essential

  • Experienced in the use of modern software applications, including Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), Microsoft Project, and web browsers such as Microsoft Edge and Google Chrome.
  • Proficient in current desktop operating systems, including Microsoft Windows 10 and Windows 11.
  • Skilled in analysing, investigating, and resolving complex IM&T issues in collaboration with internal teams and third-party suppliers.

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Gateway Building

Gateway Building, Ashley Road

Trust wide

KT18 5AL


Employer's website

https://www.epsom-sthelier.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Gateway Building

Gateway Building, Ashley Road

Trust wide

KT18 5AL


Employer's website

https://www.epsom-sthelier.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Head of ICT Programme Management

Joyce Rochester

joyce.rochester@nhs.net

07975232223

Date posted

29 April 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£34,521 to £41,956 a year per annum, pro rata, Incl HCAS (Outer)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

343-NN-7134734-FM-HM

Job locations

Gateway Building

Gateway Building, Ashley Road

Trust wide

KT18 5AL


Supporting documents

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