Job summary
We are excited to be recruiting for a motivated Integration Engineer to work as a Lead Developer within the Applications Development and Support Team at Dorset Healthcare.
You will be key in the design, development and maintenance of our Integration Engine at Dorset Healthcare as well as systems across the county.
If you have a good understanding of Integration engines (e.g. Mirth or Rhapsody) and would like to progress into a lead role or are an experienced software developer and are interested in expanding into an integration role then we'd like to hear from you.
In this influential role you will be able to make a difference; leading on projects to develop solutions that support our patient services and management, providing training and support to the team as well as working closely with internal staff and suppliers.
This post is full-time, 37.5 hours per week, hybrid-working - a mixture of both home and office working will be required depending on the projects on at the time.
We are also able to offer this as a developmental role from band 5 to band 6 with support and training.
This is a fixed term role and for those with current NHS service, the role will be offered on a secondment basis only. Please obtain permission to be released on a secondment before submitting an application.
Main duties of the job
The primary responsibilities of the role are:
- Research and requirements gathering for specific interfaces, including wire-framing/prototyping solutions
- Develop technical and business process documentation for interfaces.
- Configure and quality assure newly developed interfaces.
- Troubleshoot, maintain and enhance existing interfaces.
- Collaborate with third-parties to test and implement hot fixes as well as projects
- Support team members and participate in process/team improvement
About us
At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.
We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Princes Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Princes Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net
Person Specification
Knowledge, Skills and Training
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent
- Expert IT Skills and understanding of information systems set-up, configuration, data entry and interrogation
- Excellent problem resolution and fault investigation skills
- Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) qualification, or willingness to obtain
- Proven experience of dealing with confidential information
- Experience in Software Development, ideally healthcare related
- Expert knowledge of a number of the following: C#, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, VBA, SQL, Version Control (TFS/Git)
- Extensive experience of SQL, Javascript and Version Control (TFS or Git)
Desirable
- Experience of integration and associated data formats and standard such as HL7, FHIR, XML, JSON
Job Specific experience
Essential
- Previous experience in an equivalent industry and environment
- Experience holding an IT technical set-up/support position
- Proven successful experience of system set-up, configuration and management
- Experience of delivering systems business change in an organisation or service
Desirable
- Practical experience of clinical and administrative workflow, policies and procedures
- Experience of project management
Personal Qualities /Attributes
Essential
- Self-motivated and able to achieve targets
- Able to work effectively in a team environment
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable the post holder to carry out the role effectively
Person Specification
Knowledge, Skills and Training
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent
- Expert IT Skills and understanding of information systems set-up, configuration, data entry and interrogation
- Excellent problem resolution and fault investigation skills
- Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) qualification, or willingness to obtain
- Proven experience of dealing with confidential information
- Experience in Software Development, ideally healthcare related
- Expert knowledge of a number of the following: C#, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, VBA, SQL, Version Control (TFS/Git)
- Extensive experience of SQL, Javascript and Version Control (TFS or Git)
Desirable
- Experience of integration and associated data formats and standard such as HL7, FHIR, XML, JSON
Job Specific experience
Essential
- Previous experience in an equivalent industry and environment
- Experience holding an IT technical set-up/support position
- Proven successful experience of system set-up, configuration and management
- Experience of delivering systems business change in an organisation or service
Desirable
- Practical experience of clinical and administrative workflow, policies and procedures
- Experience of project management
Personal Qualities /Attributes
Essential
- Self-motivated and able to achieve targets
- Able to work effectively in a team environment
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable the post holder to carry out the role effectively
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.
