Pharmacy IT System Support
Job summary
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Pharmacy IT System Supportto join #TeamIOWNHS. If you share our passion for delivering high-quality, compassionate patient care, we would love to hear from you.
At Isle of Wight NHS Trust, we are committed to "working together and improving together " and this role plays a vital part in supporting that journey.
Main duties of the job
To support the Electronic Prescribing and Medicines Administration (EPMA) Lead Pharmacist and Pharmacy IT systems manager with the ongoing management of Pharmacy IT systems (which includes EPMA, JAC, tracking, automation and electronic storage systems).
To be responsible for developing and submitting reports generated by Pharmacy IT systems.
All applicants must as a minimum possess GCSE grade C or above in English and Maths (or equivalent), have the ability to demonstrate an understanding of a wide range IT systems and databases as well as intermediate to advanced IT skills including Word, Excel, Outlook.
They will maintain a close working relationship with:
- Lead Technician for Procurement (in the use and maintenance of Pharmacy IT system drug data files)
- Senior clinical pharmacists (in the use and development of Pharmacy IT systems)
- Pharmacy team in general.They will also work and liaise with the wider hospital team including within the Information Technology Department and clinical staff to support the development and optimisation of pharmacy technology across the Trust (including EPMA).
About us
Working for our Trust brings a variety of benefits, including an onsite day nursery, cycle-to-work scheme, discounts at local businesses and gyms, and the opportunity to hire Trust's beach hut in Ryde. We offer many flexible working opportunities, speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement for you and if it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
The Isle of Wight is a unique and stunning gem located off the South Coast of England, a short ferry journey from Portsmouth and Southampton, with journey times taking from as little as 10 minutes. London can be reached in 90 minutes by rail from Southampton or Portsmouth. The island offers an amazing coastline with beautiful countryside, year-round events, festivals and award-winning attractions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Assist in the development of capital bids and business cases for the development/maintenance or replacement of the core automation and software technologies to ensure sustainable interoperability and fitness for purpose.
Assist in the management, maintenance, and extension of the JAC computer system and play a key role in the development and roll out of upgrades and new applications of EPMA and other pharmacy managed systems across the Trust.
Monitor all systems managed by Pharmacy and provide support to other systems where necessary in diagnosing issues with and developing new interfaces/messaging between them.
Design and implement, with the assistance of the pharmacy team, appropriate monitoring systems at ward level and ensure safe use of Pharmacy IT systems within the Trust.
Assist in the management the helpdesk for all users of Pharmacy managed systems.
Expand the development, implementation, maintenance and use of Pharmacy managed IT systems, providing technical briefs and reviewing responses as necessary.
Person Specification
Criteria
- English and Maths GCSE
- Understanding of a wide range of IT systems and databases.
- Intermediate to advanced IT skills including Word, Excel, Outlook and Database Management.
- Basic knowledge of benefits of automated dispensing units and other Pharmacy managed IT systems.
- Training delivery Management / leadership evidence
- Management / leadership evidence
- Certificate in IT (NQF level 4) Extensive knowledge of Pharmacy IT / data base / network systems.
- Lead for problem solving and development.
- Experience of training group of staff, Trust required qualification.
- Demonstrates Trust core values.
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
Isle of Wight NHS Trust
Address
St Mary's Hospital
Parkhurst Road
Newport, Isle of Wight
PO30 5TG
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.iow.nhs.uk/