Clinical Systems Developer/Support analyst
| Posting date: | 01 December 2025 |
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| Salary: | £44,485.00 to £52,521.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £44485.00 - £52521.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 December 2025 |
| Location: | Beckenham, BR3 3BX |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9334-25-1253 |
Summary
Job Purpose To design, develop, maintain, and support clinical systems and applications, including the Trusts electronic patient record (EPR) systems, that support patient care and operational efficiency. The role ensures secure, interoperable, and user-friendly solutions aligned with NHS Digital standards. Job Summary The Software Developer will design, develop, maintain, and support bespoke applications, system interfaces, and the Trusts electronic patient record (EPR) system to support clinical and administrative functions within the Trust. This includes full-stack development of web-based n-tier applications, integration with other NHS systems, and ensuring interoperability between applications and databases. The role requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders to deliver secure, efficient, and user-friendly solutions. Key Responsibilities: Application Development & Design Design, build, maintain and support the Trusts electronic patient record (EPR) system. Undertake full-stack development of ASP.NET web applications, including web-based n-tier applications. Write code to implement business logic and data models enabling interoperability between applications and databases. Use innovative approaches to meet goals while considering end-user workflows and experience. Identify opportunities for automation of manual tasks. Integration & Interoperability Develop software and system interfaces to integrate with other NHS systems. Write complex SQL queries to link data from multiple sources, including sensitive patient data. Perform SQL Server administrative tasks as needed. Develop reporting tools and facilitate data extraction for research and audit purposes. Testing & Quality Assurance Perform robust testing of developments prior to deployment, ensuring they meet specifications and are fit for purpose. Define and support acceptance testing, gather feedback from pre-release testers. Coordinate testing of new developments with appropriate stakeholders. Release & Maintenance Participate in product release and post-release activities, including support and subsequent build/release cycles. Provide day-to-day technical support for clinical applications used within the Trust. Monitor application performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement fixes to maintain service delivery. Plan and implement requested changes to applications to minimise service interruptions. Undertake root-cause analysis to prevent recurring issues. Provide technical assistance to end-users as required. Participate in system maintenance activities, including security patches, software updates, and configuration changes to ensure stability and compliance. Documentation & Compliance Work closely with stakeholders to gather, scope, and document IT and system requirements. Produce clear documentation including change logs, technical specifications, and user guides. Present technical information to staff at various levels within the organisation and wider health community. Maintain version-controlled repositories of reusable code. Professional Development Take responsibility for Continuous Professional Development (CPD) in agreement with line manager. Complete all mandatory training required for the role.