Senior Systems Specialist - Band 7

NHS; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization seeks an enthusiastic Senior System Specialist for a two-year fixed-term role. This position focuses on enhancing critical digital systems and requires collaboration across various departments to support NHS goals.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in a computing-related field required.
• Evidence of ongoing personal, technical, and management development.
• ITIL Foundation Qualification or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain working relationships within Digital Services.
• Support the delivery of the Digital Strategy.
• Implement a new Electronic Document Management System.

Skills

Communication

Project Management

Programming

Interfacing

Education

Degree in Computing or Equivalent

ITIL Foundation Qualification

Tools

SQL Server

HL7 Interfacing Standards

Job description

Job summary

This vacancy is for a two-year fixed-term post for a member of the ULTH Applications Services team.

Are you looking to be part of an innovative digital team committed to supporting and developing critical digital systems, including clinical and administrative services, and collaborating with external partners such as the Lincolnshire ICS?

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic, patient-centred Senior System Specialist to join our Application Services team, with a focus on implementing a new Electronic Document Management System.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will develop and maintain excellent working relationships within the Digital Services Department, working closely with our Digital Transformation Department to support the delivery of the Digital Strategy. Regular communication with staff across Lincolnshire NHS organizations and external suppliers will be essential.

About us

Lincoln Hospital, situated in a thriving university city, provides all major specialties and a 24-hour emergency service. United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust has been granted teaching hospital status, emphasizing its commitment to education. Pilgrim Hospital and Grantham and District Hospital serve their respective communities, providing essential services. The Lincolnshire Community and Hospitals NHS Group (LCHG) aims to improve patient care across the county through collaboration, maintaining the separate statutory identities of the involved Trusts.

Details

Date posted: 02 June 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for Change

Band: Band 7

Salary: £46,148 to £52,809 per annum

Contract: Fixed term

Duration: 24 months

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 357-LN-217-25-QIA335

Job location: Lincoln County Hospital, Greetwell Road, Lincoln, LN2 5QY

Job description and responsibilities

What should you do next?

If you find this opportunity appealing, please review the full job description and apply today. Join a supportive environment within a reputable institution. Your NHS needs you!

Person Specification

Qualifications (Essential)

• Degree or equivalent in a computing-related field
• Evidence of ongoing personal, technical, and management development
• ITIL Foundation Qualification or equivalent experience in IT service management

Qualifications (Desirable)

• Leadership and management qualifications or experience managing teams
• Project Management Qualification (e.g., Prince 2 Foundation)
• Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP)
• ITIL Expert or Capability Level
• Healthcare leadership qualification

Previous Experience (Essential)

• Managing large-scale enterprise applications and critical systems
• Interfacing computer systems
• Programming and scripting experience
• Project management
• Policy and process development

Previous Experience (Desirable)

• Experience within NHS digital environments
• NHS/Government procurement processes

Knowledge, Skills, and Aptitude (Essential)

• Expertise in HL7 interfacing standards
• Large-scale software application maintenance and support
• Strong written communication skills

Knowledge, Skills, and Aptitude (Desirable)

• Knowledge of Intersystems interfacing technologies
• Experience managing large SQL Server databases
• Ability to write complex code

Other requirements

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required prior to appointment.

Employer details

Employer: United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust

Address: Lincoln County Hospital, Greetwell Road, Lincoln, LN2 5QY

Website: https://www.ulh.nhs.uk/