Job Overview
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for a detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
LIMITED TO EXISTING TEAM MEMBERS ONLY
Building on your existing skills as a Senior Integration Developer, the roles utilise your existing skills and knowledge of the UHS Integration software.
As a lead developer, you will design and deliver integration functions and work with UHS systems and external suppliers. You will also design, build, and test integrations with minimal support.
You will also work with other UHSdigital team members, liaise with suppliers, and document each project's technical delivery. You will also support the Hampshire and IOW EPR implementation and lead/attend various parts of that work stream.
Working for our organisation
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, personalizing 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, recognizing 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.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
* Lead on providing operational support for the Trust’s integration engine, including the maintenance of existing interfaces and ensuring it is maintained to the highest possible standard.
* Support the production of interface specifications and lead on developing solutions for the Trust's interfacing requirements.
* Be the trust’s subject matter expert on the technical capabilities of the integration engine to assist the Technical Solutions Manager and Informatics Development Manager in their decision making.
* Provide troubleshooting advice and develop one-off solutions to support a wide range of technical issues in the Trust.
* Support the development of in-house systems in accordance with the agreed standards.
* Produce technical specifications and supporting documentation, including policies and procedures for delivered services and support others in similar tasks.
* Provide expert technical advice and assistance to the Trust in all matters relating to Informatics.
* Support reporting activities within the department and beyond.
Person specification
Qualifications / Training Required
Essential criteria
* Degree in a computer related study plus demonstrable practical experience or considerable proven practical experience including experience at a senior/specialist level or equivalent (e.g. master’s degree).
* Accreditation in appropriate technologies.
Previous or relevant experience necessary
Essential criteria
* Considerable proven practical experience in a systems integration role including experience in a Health Informatics environment.
* Strong systems development skills proven at a senior/specialist level.
* Practical experience of specifying/developing Systems integration solutions, including knowledge of messaging systems such as HL7, XML, FHIR.
* An understanding of NHS Data and Commissioning processes.
* Experience of Windows server administration.
* Understanding of Database design.
* Team leadership experience.
* NHS/Healthcare experience.
Desirable criteria
* Information analysis.
* Networking technologies.
* Production of technical documentation.
* Working in a project managed environment.
Values and behaviours
Essential criteria
* Patients First.
* Always Improving.
* Working Together.
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