Clinical Systems Developer/Support analyst | South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A notable NHS Trust in London is seeking a Software Developer to design, develop, and support clinical applications, including the electronic patient record system. The role involves full-stack development with a focus on interoperability with NHS systems. Candidates should have strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively. This position offers flexible working hours and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Flexibility in working hours

Ongoing training and development

Career progression pathways

Qualifications

• Experience in developing clinical systems and applications.
• Strong technical skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, maintain and support EPR system.
• Develop software interfaces for NHS integration.
• Perform robust testing and coordinate user feedback.
• Provide day-to-day technical support for applications.

Skills

Full-stack development

ASP.NET

SQL queries

Interoperability design

Problem-solving

Tools

SQL Server

NHS systems

Job description

Job Summary

The Software Developer will design, develop, maintain, and support bespoke applications, system interfaces, and the Trust’s 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.

Job Purpose

To design, develop, maintain, and support clinical systems and applications, including the Trust’s 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.

Career Progression and Development

We are committed to getting the very best out of our staff and supporting staff in their career aspirations. We have career pathways available, where you will be able to develop your skills and build on your experience to progress into other roles across different specialties. In addition, we offer ongoing training and development in conjunction with the BCS membership.

Flexible Working

As one of the few Trusts in London we are proud to offer flexible working as part of our new ways of working, and we are happy to talk flexible working at the interview stage. In this role you will be able to work Monday to Friday in the time frames from 8am to 6pm, giving you the very best of good work‑life balance.

Application Development & Design

• Design, build, maintain and support the Trust’s 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.

Locations

The Clinical Systems team are primarily based at Bethlem but also work across various sites:

• Bethlem Royal Hospital – located in a beautiful setting of over 200 acres of green space in the London Borough of Bromley, with easy access to main roads and free parking.
• Maudsley Hospital (headquarters) – located at Denmark Hill, less than 5 minutes from the train station (zone 2) and within walking distance of green spaces such as Ruskin Park.
• St Pauls – located within the Bromley area, less than 10 minutes from the train stations (Bromley South, Bromley North and Shortlands).

Advert Closure

This advert closes on Wednesday 10 Dec 2025.