Test Analyst

Job summary

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job

We're looking for a driven and enthusiastic Test Analyst to join the My medical Record team. The person will provide excellent software testing skills for the My Medical Record platform, used by many NHS trusts in the UK. Supporting our product and development teams you will plan, perform and execute testing projects, and track and manage issues using Jira and Xray.

The My Medical Record team lead on the development, support and rollout of an industry leading personal health record (PHR), that enables patients to manage their own healthcare whilst away from the hospital. The service supports clinicians and patients at over 25 hospitals around the country, and our work programme is rapidly expanding.

About us

University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.

Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.

We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. However, personalising your recruitment application to highlight your unique skills and experiences is crucial. Relying too heavily on generic, AI-generated content instead of drawing from your own strengths and accomplishments may lead to your application being rejected if multiple candidates present identical or similar information.

At UHS, we're committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.

At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognising that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We're committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be a key member of the My Medical Record team, helping to ensure the product supports the needs of our customers.

The key duties will include:

- Responsibility for performing the testing of the My Medical Record product- Interpreting development requirements when designing test plans- Planning and executing assigned testing projects- Tracking and managing issues, defects and change control relating to product development.- Working closely with the product and development teams to ensure the quality and safety of our software.

What were looking for

Were looking for a dynamic test analyst with extensive experience of working on complex healthcare applications. Well be looking for you to demonstrate experience in:

- Working with software testing best practices.- Interpreting complex user stories and acceptance criteria so testing scenarios are fit for purpose.- Excellent communicator and comfortable contributing ideas and solutions to the team.- Experience working to demanding timescales and exacting standards.

Person Specification

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

Essential

Relevant degree (or equivalent), or experience of software testing in a highly complex technical environment
Knowledge and expertise of test methodologies and relevant industry standards.
Knowledge and expertise in test tools e.g. Visual Studio, Team Foundation Server or Jira.
Knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server
Experience writing and executing basic SQL queries
Experience of server operating systems such as Windows Server, Unix/Linux

Desirable

ISTQB foundation or intermediate certificate in software testing.
Able to demonstrate a sound knowledge of relevant NHS clinical and business processes.
Working knowledge of Prince 2

Skills

Essential

Advanced analytical thinking
Data analysis
Facilitation skills
Multitasking
Report writing
Project management
Working autonomously
Teamwork
Time management

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

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Address

Southampton General Hospital

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO16 6YD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx

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