Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and experienced EPMA Project Manager who will lead the planning, implementation, and ongoing management of the Electronic Prescribing and Medicines Administration (EPMA) system within the Trust.
The postholder will be based in Parsons Green within the Medicines Management Team and work alongside the Chief Pharmacist Information Officer and closely with the clinical and digital health team to deliver this project. This role involves managing the project lifecycle, from design and development to implementation and optimisation, ensuring EPMA delivers maximum safety, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness for clinical and pharmacy teams.
The postholder should possess strong leadership skills, exceptional communication abilities, and a proven track record in managing complex projects within a healthcare environment. If you are passionate about improving patient outcomes through innovative project management, this is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful difference in our community. Join us and help shape the future of healthcare delivery.
Main duties of the job
The postholder will work alongside the Chief Pharmacist Information Officer, clinical, digital health teams to deliver this innovative project. The EPMA project Manager will be responsible for maintaining project schedules, managing stakeholder relationships, facilitating integration of the system with other digital initiatives and ensure financial resources are used effectively.
About us
Just as we care about our service user's wellbeing, we care about yours!
We can offer you:
- A comprehensive induction into the Trust and local induction to introduce you to the role 0-19 services.
- Bespoke housing is available for key workers within central London: https://www.sharetobuy.com/
- Car lease scheme *T&C's apply
- Flexible working options
- Annual travel card loan
- Training, support, and development in your career
To have a full look at our benefits and what it's like working for us please go here:https://www.clch.nhs.uk/job/pay-and-benefits
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Persons Specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to Job description and personal specification for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to Job description and personal specification for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required.
Person Specification
Education/Qualification
Essential
- Degree in Pharmacy, Healthcare Management, or IT-related field or equivalent experience
- Professional Project Management qualification (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP).
- Post-graduate qualification or experience in digital health, clinical informatics, or pharmacy systems.
Desirable
- Further qualifications in healthcare informatics, digital health systems, or pharmacy practice.
- Continuing professional development (CPD) in project management, healthcare technology, or clinical pharmacy.
Experience
Essential
- Experience managing large-scale healthcare projects, particularly in relation to digital systems or EPMA implementations.
- Proven track record of coordinating multidisciplinary teams and managing stakeholders across different sectors of the healthcare system.
- Experience in project scheduling, budget management, financial oversight, and meeting regulatory standards in healthcare projects.
- Previous involvement in system integration and optimisation projects within a clinical setting.
- Familiarity with EPMA systems and the integration of pharmacy information systems into clinical workflows.
Desirable
- Experience in managing EPMA system training, troubleshooting, and updates.
- Experience in managing EPMA or other digital healthcare systems in a hospital or clinical setting.
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage time-sensitive projects and competing priorities.
- Strong financial management skills, including budgeting, cost forecasting, and financial reporting.
- Knowledge of clinical pharmacy systems, particularly EPMA, and their integration within healthcare organisations.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively with multiple stakeholders including clinicians, IT professionals, and external vendors.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to evaluate and optimise systems and processes.
- Ability to work under pressure while ensuring patient safety and maintaining service continuity.
Desirable
- Understanding of healthcare informatics and digital transformation initiatives in the NHS or other healthcare systems.
- Knowledge of pharmacy practice, medicines management, and regulatory frameworks for clinical IT systems.
Key Attributes
Essential
- Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams to deliver complex projects successfully.
- Excellent problem-solving skills with a focus on ensuring the best outcomes for patients and healthcare professionals.
- Strong organisational and time management abilities to oversee multiple projects simultaneously.
- Ability to work flexibly and adapt to a changing environment.
- A commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
- Ability to work outside regular hours when required to manage project deadlines and urgent issues.
- Flexibility to travel between sites if needed.
- Participation in the weekend and on-call support for EPMA system issues.
Person Specification
Education/Qualification
Essential
- Degree in Pharmacy, Healthcare Management, or IT-related field or equivalent experience
- Professional Project Management qualification (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP).
- Post-graduate qualification or experience in digital health, clinical informatics, or pharmacy systems.
Desirable
- Further qualifications in healthcare informatics, digital health systems, or pharmacy practice.
- Continuing professional development (CPD) in project management, healthcare technology, or clinical pharmacy.
Experience
Essential
- Experience managing large-scale healthcare projects, particularly in relation to digital systems or EPMA implementations.
- Proven track record of coordinating multidisciplinary teams and managing stakeholders across different sectors of the healthcare system.
- Experience in project scheduling, budget management, financial oversight, and meeting regulatory standards in healthcare projects.
- Previous involvement in system integration and optimisation projects within a clinical setting.
- Familiarity with EPMA systems and the integration of pharmacy information systems into clinical workflows.
Desirable
- Experience in managing EPMA system training, troubleshooting, and updates.
- Experience in managing EPMA or other digital healthcare systems in a hospital or clinical setting.
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage time-sensitive projects and competing priorities.
- Strong financial management skills, including budgeting, cost forecasting, and financial reporting.
- Knowledge of clinical pharmacy systems, particularly EPMA, and their integration within healthcare organisations.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively with multiple stakeholders including clinicians, IT professionals, and external vendors.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to evaluate and optimise systems and processes.
- Ability to work under pressure while ensuring patient safety and maintaining service continuity.
Desirable
- Understanding of healthcare informatics and digital transformation initiatives in the NHS or other healthcare systems.
- Knowledge of pharmacy practice, medicines management, and regulatory frameworks for clinical IT systems.
Key Attributes
Essential
- Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams to deliver complex projects successfully.
- Excellent problem-solving skills with a focus on ensuring the best outcomes for patients and healthcare professionals.
- Strong organisational and time management abilities to oversee multiple projects simultaneously.
- Ability to work flexibly and adapt to a changing environment.
- A commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
- Ability to work outside regular hours when required to manage project deadlines and urgent issues.
- Flexibility to travel between sites if needed.
- Participation in the weekend and on-call support for EPMA system issues.
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.
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).
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.
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).
