Job requirements
Essential
28 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Knowledge
Knowledge of software testing methodologies and best practice
- Knowledge
Understanding of EPR implementation methodologies
- Knowledge
Knowledge of test management tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps or TestRail
- Knowledge
Understanding of defect management and quality assurance processes
- Knowledge
Understanding of programme and project governance frameworks
- Experience
Significant experience leading testing for large-scale digital transformation or EPR programmes
- Experience
Experience managing User Acceptance Testing (UAT), System Integration Testing (SIT), and Operational Readiness Testing
- Experience
Experience developing testing strategies and plans
- Experience
Experience managing defects, issues and testing governance
- Experience
Experience working with multidisciplinary teams including clinicians and operational staff
- Experience
Experience producing executive-level reports and dashboards
- Skills and Ability
Strong leadership and team management skills
- Skills and Ability
Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
- Skills and Ability
Strong planning and organisational skills
- Skills and Ability
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Skills and Ability
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Skills and Ability
Ability to manage competing priorities in a complex environment
- Personal Attributes
Highly organised and methodical
- Personal Attributes
Strong attention to detail
- Personal Attributes
Resilient and able to work under pressure
- Personal Attributes
Collaborative and approachable
- Personal Attributes
Self-motivated and proactive
- Personal Attributes
Committed to improving patient care through digital transformation
- Personal Attributes
Professional and credible with senior stakeholders
- Personal Attributes
Able to challenge constructively while maintaining positive relationships
- Qualifications and Training
Degree-level qualification or equivalent experience
- Qualifications and Training
Professional qualification in Test Management, Quality Assurance or related discipline
- Qualifications and Training
Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
20 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Knowledge
NHS Digital and interoperability standards
- Knowledge
Clinical safety standards DCB0129 and DCB0160
- Knowledge
Knowledge of NHS operational workflows
- Knowledge
Knowledge of infrastructure and integration testing
- Knowledge
Experience of benefits realisation methodologies
- Experience
Experience of EPR implementation within the NHS
- Experience
Experience of Nervecentre, Epic, Cerner, Oracle Health, Meditech or Altera systems
- Experience
Experience of community or mental health systems
- Experience
Experience of supplier management in complex programmes
- Experience
Experience within NHS acute healthcare settings
- Experience
Experience supporting multiple go-lives or phased deployments
- Skills and Ability
Advanced data analysis and reporting skills
- Skills and Ability
Knowledge of automation testing tools
- Skills and Ability
Experience designing testing KPIs and quality metrics
- Skills and Ability
Experience establishing Testing Centres of Excellence
- Skills and Ability
Advanced presentation skills
- Skills and Ability
Experience of coaching and mentoring test managers
- Qualifications and Training
PRINCE2 Practitioner
- Qualifications and Training
ISTQB Advanced Test Manager
- Qualifications and Training
Clinical Informatics qualification
Job overview
The EPR Test Lead will be responsible for the overall planning, management, coordination and delivery of all testing activities associated with the Electronic Patient Record (EPR) programme.
The postholder will develop and implement a comprehensive test plan's in line with the SFH Trusts test strategy covering system, integration, regression, performance, user acceptance, operational readiness and go-live testing. They will ensure that all
EPR solutions are tested thoroughly, defects are managed effectively, and systems are safe and fit for clinical use before deployment.
Working closely with clinical, operational, digital and supplier teams, the EPR Test Lead will provide assurance to programme leadership that the EPR solution meets business, clinical, regulatory and technical requirements.
Although hybrid working is in place and available across the team, as this role will be key to the EPR programme there will be a requirement to be on site at Sherwood Forest Hospitals a minimum of 3 days per week.
Main duties of the job
Lead and manage all EPR testing activities, ensuring delivery against programme timescales and go-live requirements. Develop test plans, coordinate SIT, UAT, Operational Readiness, Data Migration and DITL testing, and ensure test environments and data are fit for purpose.
Oversee the creation and execution of test scripts, ensuring clinical, operational and technical workflows are fully validated. Manage defect logging, triage and resolution with suppliers, ensuring patient safety issues are escalated and recorded appropriately.
Work closely with clinical, operational and programme teams to coordinate testing activity, provide expert advice and promote best practice. Produce testing reports, dashboards and assurance documentation to support governance and deployment decisions.
Ensure compliance with patient safety, information governance and NHS standards, working alongside Clinical Safety Officers and programme stakeholders. Lead testing resources and support continuous improvement across the programme.
The role covers testing across all EPR workstreams, including Clinical Documentation, ePMA, PAS, Orders and Results, Urgent and Emergency Care, Outpatients, Inpatients, Theatres, Integration, Reporting, Mobile Solutions, Data Migration and Operational Readiness.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For further information about this role, including the key responsibilities, expected outcomes, knowledge, skills, experience and person specification requirements, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
Applicant requirements
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