Senior Test Analyst
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a senior test analyst to join the ICT Test team to run and manage testing activities for all applications and systems either being put into production or being upgraded according to the defined test strategy and approach.
The role will involve creating test plans, developing test scripts, test metrics, test reports, executing tests and recording outcomes for various clinical systems. Ability to work independently under high pressure and commitment to continuously deliver to tight deadlines is required.
You will have good experience of creating and executing test scripts for Oracle Cerner EPR applications, particularly PMOffice, Powerchart and Firstnet, or a similar healthcare EPR solution. You will have some team lead experience along with reviewing and testing change requests along with co-ordinating with multiple internal and external teams.
You will also have good demonstrable knowledge of software testing methodologies and should be an ISTQB certified tester or have equivalent testing experience. Knowledge of HL7 is highly desirable.
Though primarily based at Paddington, you will be expected to cover and travel between all the NWL ICS sites depending on the need.
Please note that shortlisted candidates will be required to complete an assessment as part of the selection process.
Main duties of the job
o Responsible for supporting your test team and ICT department in the safe deployment of software changes to the Trust's clinical and non-clinical departmental systems.
o Creating test plans, developing test scripts, test metrics, test reports, executing tests and recording outcomes for various clinical systems either being put into production or being upgraded according to the defined test plan.
o Writing, maintaining and executing test cases, logging defects, retesting defects and reporting execution status.
o Systematically testing all changes prior to deployment to ensure that they conform to specification and are therefore safe to deploy in a production environment.
Predominantly based at the Paddington hospital site, the post holder will be expected to work across all NWL ICB sites.
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.
Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.
Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
- Graduate Degree
- Practical experience in a software testing environment.
- ISTQB Foundation Certificate or equivalent experience in Software Testing
Experience
- Experience of working in NHS or a healthcare company on healthcare systems.
- Experience of creating and executing test scripts for Oracle Cerner EPR applications, or a similar healthcare EPR solution.
- Experience of team lead or co-ordinating with multiple internal and external teams
- Experience of reviewing and testing change requests
- Experience of logging, retesting and managing defects in a defect management system.
- Experience of HL7 messaging
Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities
- Demonstrable knowledge of software testing methodologies and processes (E.g., Agile, V, Waterfall etc)
- Knowledge of clinical workflows - Inpatient, Outpatients, ED
- Able to fully plan the test cycle, from requirements reviews to test execution, ensuring that time estimates provided are accurate.
- Working knowledge of Cerner Oracle EPR applications - PMOffice, Powerchart and Firstnet
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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.
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.
Employer details
Employer name
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
Address
St Mary's Hospital
Praed Street
London
W2 1NY
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.imperial.nhs.uk/