Job summary This is a key role within our organisation and exciting time to join Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust as we embark on our ePMA journey. The post holder will actively contribute and participate in the development, implementation and maintenance of an ePMA system across the organisation. The post holder will also play a key role in the implementation and ongoing management of all clinical digital systems involving medicines. Main duties of the job To support the implementation of ePMA across the Trust and ensure that solution adoption and associated clinical transformation are successful, working closely with the Pharmacy IT, Clinical Stakeholders, Trust IT, and all other relevant parties. Take responsibility for ensuring processes are in place including regular complex audits to identify and manage risks associated with ePMA implementation including development and implementation of associated action plans to mitigate the risks. To lead the development, delivery and optimisation of digital clinical systems involving medicines. About us Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust is an integrated Trust and the only provider of NHS acute care in Walsall, serving a population of 284,300, providing inpatient and outpatient services at the Manor Hospital as well as a wide range of services in the community. Walsall Manor houses the full range of district general hospital services under one roof. The £170 million development was completed in 2010 and the continued upgrading of existing areas ensures the Trust now has a state-of-the-art Critical Care Unit, Neonatal Unit, Obstetric Theatre, and Integrated Assessment Unit facilities. A new Urgent Emergency Care Centre was opened in March 2023. The two-storey development has significantly improved emergency care facilities and capacity and has provided almost 5,000 square metres of additional clinical space. Date posted 06 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8b Salary £62,215 to £72,293 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 407-WCCSS-6974428 Job locations Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust Moat Road Walsall WS2 9PS Job description Job responsibilities To support the implementation of ePMA across the Trust and ensure that solution adoption and associated clinical transformation are successful, working closely with the Pharmacy IT, Clinical Stakeholders, Trust IT, and all other relevant parties. To provide expert clinical advice and leadership during the configuration, installation, configuration and validation of the new ePMA system. Take responsibility for ensuring processes are in place including regular complex audits to identify and manage risks associated with ePMA implementation including development and implementation of associated action plans to mitigate the risks. To lead the development and delivery of Trust-wide initiatives and projects relating to ePMA as requested by the Chief Pharmacist. Be a key member of the ePMA team, contributing as necessary to ensure all tasks are completed to deadline and report progress on the areas for which the post holder is responsible. Ensure robust training plans are developed and implemented for all levels and types of staff, both clinical and non-clinical to ensure safe and effective use of the ePMA system. Evaluate impact of training and amend as needed. Attend and give feedback on the current status of projects to the relevant Project Board and/or Medicines Management Group (MMG). In conjunction with the Digital Services project management team produce all project documentation, including a project initiation document, communication plan, risk and issues logs etc. which describes the work to be undertaken and achieved, while ensuring any guidance adheres to existing Trust Policy and Procedures. To support, develop, implement, and continuously review ePMA contingency plans to ensure patient safety and service delivery are maintained during planned downtime or in the event of system failure. To assist in the day-to-day management of the ePMA system including the documentation of operational procedural material on the use and management of the system. To help coordinate aspects of the ePMA system and ensure any ePMA related incidents are prioritised, logged, resolved and/or escalated to Pharmacy IT, EPMA Operational Group, the Trust IT team or the Medicines Management Group as needed. To provide assurance that new clinical systems are safe, fit for purpose and maintain good information governance practice and GDPR. To ensure safe and smooth system transition from project implementation to business as usual and that systems are adequately maintained andTo review and respond to national advice and guidance from bodies such as NHS England/Improvement and NHS Digital. Job description Job responsibilities To support the implementation of ePMA across the Trust and ensure that solution adoption and associated clinical transformation are successful, working closely with the Pharmacy IT, Clinical Stakeholders, Trust IT, and all other relevant parties. To provide expert clinical advice and leadership during the configuration, installation, configuration and validation of the new ePMA system. Take responsibility for ensuring processes are in place including regular complex audits to identify and manage risks associated with ePMA implementation including development and implementation of associated action plans to mitigate the risks. To lead the development and delivery of Trust-wide initiatives and projects relating to ePMA as requested by the Chief Pharmacist. Be a key member of the ePMA team, contributing as necessary to ensure all tasks are completed to deadline and report progress on the areas for which the post holder is responsible. Ensure robust training plans are developed and implemented for all levels and types of staff, both clinical and non-clinical to ensure safe and effective use of the ePMA system. Evaluate impact of training and amend as needed. Attend and give feedback on the current status of projects to the relevant Project Board and/or Medicines Management Group (MMG). In conjunction with the Digital Services project management team produce all project documentation, including a project initiation document, communication plan, risk and issues logs etc. which describes the work to be undertaken and achieved, while ensuring any guidance adheres to existing Trust Policy and Procedures. To support, develop, implement, and continuously review ePMA contingency plans to ensure patient safety and service delivery are maintained during planned downtime or in the event of system failure. To assist in the day-to-day management of the ePMA system including the documentation of operational procedural material on the use and management of the system. To help coordinate aspects of the ePMA system and ensure any ePMA related incidents are prioritised, logged, resolved and/or escalated to Pharmacy IT, EPMA Operational Group, the Trust IT team or the Medicines Management Group as needed. To provide assurance that new clinical systems are safe, fit for purpose and maintain good information governance practice and GDPR. To ensure safe and smooth system transition from project implementation to business as usual and that systems are adequately maintained andTo review and respond to national advice and guidance from bodies such as NHS England/Improvement and NHS Digital. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Masters Degree in Pharmacy Registered with the GPhC Evidence of commitment to CPD Registered independent prescriber Postgraduate qualifications in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent Desirable Project management e.g. PRINCE Experience Essential Experience of working with and managing an ePMA system Experience of working with and managing clinical digital systems involving medicines Experience of development in a service area Experience of project delivery and change management Desirable Experience of implementing an ePMA system Skills and Knowledge Essential Able to work as part of a team. Evidence of leadership skills/abilities Highly skilled at using a variety of complex clinical IT systems To be able to manage own service within the given financial/staffing constraints. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to confer complex information to clinical staff and patients. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Masters Degree in Pharmacy Registered with the GPhC Evidence of commitment to CPD Registered independent prescriber Postgraduate qualifications in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent Desirable Project management e.g. PRINCE Experience Essential Experience of working with and managing an ePMA system Experience of working with and managing clinical digital systems involving medicines Experience of development in a service area Experience of project delivery and change management Desirable Experience of implementing an ePMA system Skills and Knowledge Essential Able to work as part of a team. Evidence of leadership skills/abilities Highly skilled at using a variety of complex clinical IT systems To be able to manage own service within the given financial/staffing constraints. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to confer complex information to clinical staff and patients. 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 (Opens in a new tab). 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 (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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 (Opens in a new tab). 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 (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust Address Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust Moat Road Walsall WS2 9PS Employer's website https://walsallhealthcare.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)