We are looking for a part‑time Pharmacist/Technician to join the EPMA team.
It is an exciting time to join West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust following the successful implementation of Oracle Cerner in 2021.
The focus is on continuing to embed the use of the Electronic Prescribing and Medicines Administration (EPMA) system, further optimising it to enhance patient outcomes and to support the go‑live of the Electronic Prescription Service (EPS).
The EPMA Pharmacist/Technician is a key member of the team, contributing to system management and development. The post holder will use their expertise to support the design and configuration of the system and to drive digital innovation.
The WHTH Pharmacy and Electronic Patient Record (EPR) departments actively promote wellbeing and professional development, supporting each other in a collaborative environment.
The Trust is committed to investing in new digital technologies to improve both patient care and staff experience.
This role is offered on a part‑time basis, with flexible working options available, including home or remote working.
Key aspects of the role include:
* Supporting EPMA and EPS system configuration, system development and testing.
* Training and supporting all staff involved with the EPMA and EPS process (pharmacy, prescribers, nurses and other allied health professionals).
* Working alongside the Pharmacy Team Lead to deal effectively with workflow and technical issues reported by end users.
* Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for EPMA and EPS for the Trust – encouraging and supporting safe use of the system.
* Aid investigation of medication related incidents and optimise the system to reduce medication related risk, alongside the multidisciplinary team and Trust governance body.
* Independently scope change requests and pioneer digital innovation.
* Analyse data to promote benefits realisation and drive outcomes.
We are looking for someone who can meet competing demands and work with a vast range of stakeholders with differing priorities.
A genuine interest in digital innovation is a must, with experience of using electronic prescribing systems being an advantage. A desire to understand and work with other members of the Trust to co‑design solutions is essential.
The EPR and Pharmacy department will support the postholder’s continuous professional development through a wide range of opportunities and experiences.
With a new hospital planned for Watford and work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital, this is an exciting time to join us.
We are building on the success of our award‑winning virtual hospital and re‑imagining models of care, working ever more closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare.
Staff wellbeing and development are a priority at our Trust, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience.
Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others.
We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance.
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If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for a full list of duties and details about the role.
This advert closes on Sunday 5 Apr 2026
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