Integration Architect | University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

UHCW NHS Trust; Coventry; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust is seeking an experienced Integration Architect to lead the design, development and management of the EPR and related interfaces. You will translate clinical and operational requirements into robust technical specifications and deliver integrated, high-quality digital solutions.

Working with Clinical Systems, ICT and service teams, you will ensure modular, well-documented, tested designs and provide guidance, training and leadership across

Qualifications

• Experience delivering EPR integration projects.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to translate user requirements into robust technical specifications.
• Experience leading teams of analysts and developers.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to the strategic design, development and management of the Trust's EPR.
• Undertake systems analysis, fault finding, technical design, programming, documentation and reporting.
• Translate user and business requirements into robust technical specifications and digital solutions.
• Work with Clinical Systems, Interfacing, ICT and operational teams to maintain consistent solution, database and software designs.
• Manage and allocate work to Junior Integration Architects and Analyst/Developers.
• Ensure solutions are modular, maintainable, clearly documented and appropriately tested.
• Promote consistent data definitions and standards across systems, supporting compliance with corporate and national requirements.
• Advise on the procurement, implementation, operation and maintenance of clinical computer systems.
• Evaluate third-party products and liaise with suppliers regarding support arrangements and commercial agreements.
• Manage assigned projects using PRINCE2 principles, balancing quality, budget and delivery timescales.
• Develop and deliver training, presentations and technical guidance for colleagues and system users.
• Contribute to solutions that improve efficiency, reduce waste and deliver cost savings.
• Provide leadership across technical work and projects, including out-of-hours support where required.

Skills

Systems analysis

Technical design

Programming

Documentation

Leadership

PRINCE2 project management

Vendor liaison

Out-of-hours support

Tools

Oracle Cerner Millennium

PRINCE2

Job description

Integration Architect | University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Help shape the future of digital healthcare

Our vision is to be a national and international leader in healthcare, rooted in our communities. We aim to deliver the best care by providing proactive, joined-up support for local people and specialist services for patients with the most complex health conditions. We also want to create the best possible experience for our staff and work positively with partner organisations to improve healthcare outcomes.

We are looking for an experienced and highly motivated Integration Architect to support the continuing development, integration and improvement of our Electronic Patient Record, Oracle Cerner Millennium. You will combine strong technical expertise with excellent communication, analytical and leadership skills.

You would be taking on a technical role focused on shaping and delivering digital solutions that support safe, effective, and joined-up patient care. In this role, you will help us get the most from our EPR, improve the usability of our digital systems, and create a better experience for clinical and operational colleagues.

Working collaboratively with different teams, you will contribute to the design, development, implementation, testing and ongoing management of the Trust's EPR and associated applications. You will also help develop new functionality and integrate additional products to improve clinical workflows and enhance patient safety.

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

As an Integration Architect, you will:

• Lead and contribute to the strategic design, development and management of the Trust's EPR.
• Undertake systems analysis, fault finding, technical design, programming, documentation and reporting.
• Translate user and business requirements into robust technical specifications and digital solutions.
• Work closely with Clinical Systems, Interfacing, ICT and operational teams to maintain consistent solution, database and software designs.
• Manage and allocate work to Junior Integration Architects and Analyst/Developers.
• Ensure solutions are modular, maintainable, clearly documented and appropriately tested.
• Promote consistent data definitions and standards across systems, supporting compliance with corporate and national requirements.
• Advise on the procurement, implementation, operation and maintenance of clinical computer systems.
• Evaluate third-party products and liaise with suppliers regarding support arrangements and commercial agreements.
• Manage assigned projects using PRINCE2 principles, balancing quality, budget and delivery timescales.
• Develop and deliver training, presentations and technical guidance for colleagues and system users.
• Contribute to solutions that improve efficiency, reduce waste and deliver cost savings.
• Provide leadership across technical work and projects, including out-of-hours support where required.

For further details of the role please see the attached job description.

This advert closes on Tuesday 10 Nov 2026