Senior Data Base Architect / Developer | Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Overview

EPUT and MSEFT are embarking on the implementation of a UK first of type Unified Electronic Patient Record (UEPR) system that spans Acute, Mental Health and Community services. The new system will be delivered through the Nova Programme, alongside our commercial partners for this significant transformative journey. At the heart of our ambitious programme is a commitment to people – our patients, our staff and our community. We believe that the key to successful innovation lies in fostering a supportive, inclusive culture that values every individual’s contribution. We have exciting opportunities to join the Nova programme in the role of Senior DBA and to be part of our mission and successful delivery of the programme.The post holder will be responsible for the provision, management and deployment of all electronic forms and processes and for the management of the data within the respective systems. The post holder is responsible for achieving the KPIs identified for the Patient System Development Team. The post holder is responsible for working closely with internal and external customers across a variety of levels, as well as external suppliers, as appropriate. The post holder, as an expert in their field, is expected to assist and form part of the Trust’s support team.

Responsibilities

Responsible for a team of SQL developers ensuring all daily targets and timescales are met

Identify, develop and implement both own and team education, training and development programmes to support the implementation and integration of strategy/programme to sustain long-term success

To be an authorised signatory to order stock and stationery, travel / mileage, etc.

Ensure collaborative working and the use of management of change processes to overcome resistance to change and ensure successful outcomes

To work as an effective member of the Trust’s Technical Project Team, contributing to the business of the Trust and assisting to ensure that the team achieves its duties

To assist with the development of partnership working and user involvement within services

To manage staff, ensuring all mandatory training, supervision, appraisals, sickness reviews, annual leave are carried out in line with the Trusts requirements

Responsible for the management, development, training and implementation of the Patient Summary Database Team

To ensure the IT systems, with the assistance of the Head of Service, are fit for purpose initiating any necessary developments to ensure their continued reliability

Responsible for helping and supporting others in the development, deployment and training of systems required within the team

Responsible for ensuring the patient experience is continually improved, and clinical care is not compromised via the systems

Benefits

27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years’ service

Excellent pension of up to 14.5% of your pensionable pay

Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits

£8K relocation package if you move to Essex to join us

Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work

Work that wraps around your needs

Flexible working: available from day one for most roles

Job share: Applications for job shares are welcomed

Communication

To collaborate with the Head of Service and external contractors in reviewing and implementing new technologies to ensure these new electronic technical services are fit for the business needs

To consult with, and advise where appropriate, on the design of any significant extension to, or changes and/or modifications of, the Trust''s electronic technical project services including dashboard design

To represent the team/department and present complex data in a clear and concise way according to your audience

Communicate highly detailed technical information using high-level interpersonal skills to overcome barriers to understanding and acceptance

Overcoming barriers to communication due to working remotely from technical system suppliers

Work closely with colleagues to identify and implement the most appropriate solutions to problems

Actively share technical knowledge and best practice within the department, including presenting ideas and partaking in robust debates. Resolve conflicts constructively

Provide timely and specific feedback on what has been done well and where there is room for improvement through participation in retrospectives

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