EPR Solution Architect

Transformationunitgm; Leicester; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Leicester is seeking an EPR Solution Architect to design and deliver key IT solutions. You will collaborate with various stakeholders to oversee EPR project work, ensuring successful delivery and alignment with organizational goals. Ideal candidates will have a solid background in IT within healthcare, with at least 5 years of relevant experience and a degree in Computer Science or related fields. A passion for digital innovation and strong analytical skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in IT in a large organization.
• Demonstrable success in application management, data integration, or networking.
• Exposure to multiple technical application technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design EPR solutions within the enterprise architecture framework.
• Ensure successful delivery of EPR project work.
• Provide guidance to technical delivery teams.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

Proficient in application development methods

Problem-solving skills

Education

Degree in computer science or equivalent experience

TOGAF certification

ISEB certification

Tools

Microsoft technologies

Job description

Main area Data & Digital Team Grade NHS AfC: Band 7 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - Monday - Friday between 08.00 & 18.00 with flexibility to work Evenings and weekends when required Job ref 358-7513348-COR

Employer University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust Employer type NHS Site County Hall Town Leicester Salary £47,810 - £54,710 Per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 04/01/2026 23:59

EPR Solution Architect

NHS AfC: Band 7

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Job overview

As a solutions architect working as part of the enterprise architecture team in the Data & Digital team you will be responsible for design activities associated with the Trust EPR solution across architecture domains (business, applications, data and infrastructure).

Main duties of the job

Reporting to the Chief Technology Officer you will work closely alongside other architects to create and enact the future vision for the trust in terms of IT innovation and implementation, most notably contributing to the aim of becoming a digital hospital.

You will play a key role in ensuring the successful scoping and delivery of EPR project work, providing direction, guidance and governance when needed to the technical delivery teams.

Working for our organisation

Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:

• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact, and
• research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:

• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

In collaboration with the trust’s managed business partner for IT you will work on multiple projects simultaneously alongside business analysts, suppliers and stakeholders from across the organisation. You will transform requirements specifications into clear solution designs within the enterprise architecture framework, ensure consistency with and requirements specified and manage the balance between functional, service quality, cyber security and systems management requirements.

You will remain engaged throughout the project lifecycle to ensure design and delivery phases are in line with expectations, fit for purpose and that appropriate standards are adhered to.

You will foster and encourage innovation, and should have good understanding of the implications of new and emerging technologies and a broad experience of all aspects of information systems in a large and complex organisation, including back end systems integration and user facing interoperability in a variety of demanding working environments.

R esponsible for the delivery of EPR CIP plans , in accordance with the Trusts Targets

Provide support to the EPR Application Team alongside technical oversight, advice and governance to UHL and/ or 3 rd Party Business Partner teams undertaking Project Planning, system configuration work & Testing

Responsible for the assurance for any configuration of a ny new Tr ust wide EPR System functionality, that aligns with existing and future implementation of a Trust wide EPR ( eHospital ) and Digital Workplace Programmes , underpins the Trusts digital Maturity strategy and supports our Trust values and vision .

Ac t as a specialist point of contact for EPR Configuration and provide support and influence to Tr ust stakeholders , to ensure what the EPR Application Team configura tion and build remains is consistent and supported.

Take the lead on resolving configuration issues and escalating any risks or issues, initiating corrective action for responsible projects

Build and nurture key relationships and networks with a varied range of audiences including both internal and external stakeholders

Person specification

Training & Qualifications

• Degree level qualification in computer science or relevant discipline; or equivalent experience
• On-going self-led programme of Continuous Professional Development
• TOGAF certified
• ISEB certified
• Microsoft certified to MCITP level or equivalent experience with MS technologies

Experience

• Minimum 5 years detailed practical experience of IT in a large complex organisation
• Demonstrable success in a minimum of two of the following disciplines: application management, application development, data management, data integration, desktop support, data centre, networking, database design and management, security.
• Exposure to multiple, diverse technical application technologies
• Design and implementation experience
• Minimum 7 years detailed practical experience of IT in a large complex acute healthcare organisation
• Demonstrable success in a minimum of three of the following disciplines: application management, application development, data management, data integration, desktop support, data centre, networking, database design and management, security.

Analytical and Judgement skills

• Experience of product evaluation and selection, able to objectively compare multiple possible options to determine the best solution to the business need
• Ability to identify and articulate multiple technical solutions to business problems
• Ability to estimate the financial impact of alternative solutionsAbility to manage competing demands, deadlines in a high pressure environment
• Ability to understand the long-term ("big picture") and short-term perspectives of situations
• Knowledge of ITIL, eTOM, TickIT and CMMI

Skills

• Proficient in application development methods, techniques and standards
• Understanding of principles and practices of good system design
• Excellent analytical and technical skills
• Excellent problem solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to write concise and effective reports and create comprehensive design documentation in line with prescribed templates.
• Ability to quickly comprehend the functions and capabilities of new technologies
• Knowledge of information principles and processes
• Knowledge of change management techniques
• Knowledge of Project Management principles

Planning and organisation skills

• Able to work in multiple delivery styles (e.g. agile, iterative, waterfall)
• Excellent planning and organisational skills, able to manage own workload

Other requirements specific to the role

• Track record for remaining unbiased toward any specific technology or vendor; and being more interested in results than personal preferences
• Ability to work effectively in environments with often ill-defined requirements, under time and cost pressure
• Capable of being extroverted and collaborative
• Motivation that is focused on long-term results
• Highly computer literate with excellent keyboard skills Requirement for a combination of standing and sitting, movement between hospital sites, carrying of light equipment such as laptops and projectors.

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

• Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust’s Values and Behaviours

Communication and relationship skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills in areas such as facilitation and negotiation
• Ability to engage and build relationships with third party service providers
• Demonstrated ability to work well with others and be respected as a subject matter expert
• Good communication skills, able to present complex technical concepts to non IT audiences up to senior management level

Additional Information

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UHL is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds who match our job criteria.

Applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria for the job will be interviewed if you indicate you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process please make the recruitment services team aware as soon as possible.

UHL is committed to helping colleagues balance the demands of both their work and personal needs through flexible working arrangements wherever reasonably practicable and subject to service needs.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

Please note if you are successful in obtaining this position and the post involves regulated activity you will be required to undertake a Disclosure & Barring Service check.

The Trust will pay for the check initially and the money will then be deducted from your salary over a three month period commencing on your first month's payment.

The current price of a check is £38 for an enhanced and £18 for a standard check.

Due to the current Covid pandemic we have introduced a staff risk assessment into our pre-employment process. This now forms part of the mandatory pre-employment checks that will be carried out if you receive a conditional offer.

The risk assessment is intended to ensure you are able to safely perform your duties in any of our work areas, and if you have been identified as being particularly vulnerable to coronavirus. Our main aim is to reduce risk and to ensure the safety of all new starters to the Trust as well as current staff, patients and visitors.

If it is identified that you are within a vulnerable category, we will endeavorto make reasonable adjustments to accommodate this through discussions with both Occupational Health and your recruiting manager.

Covid-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, family, colleagues and our patients/service users from the Covid-19 virus. We therefore continue to encourage our current and potential colleagues to get vaccinated.

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust holds the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of everything it does and all that it stands for. We are committed to developing a workforce that is representative of the community we serve. We welcome applications from the diverse community of Leicester, Leicester and Rutland, to help deliver healthcare services that meets the needs of our diverse communities.

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