NS226985 - North of Scotland HEPMA Application Specialist
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Job Title: North of Scotland Hospital Electronic Prescribing and Administration (HEPMA) Application Specialist
Programme Manager: HEPMA
Location: Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, with potential to work remotely within the North of Scotland Region.
Grade: Band 6 (£41,608 - £50,702 pro rata per annum)
Duration: Permanent
Region: North of Scotland
Hours: 37 (Mon‑Fri) Negotiable
Job type: Full time
What You’ll Do
* Provide 3rd line support for HEPMA and PSC systems across the region.
* Collaborate with clinical, pharmacy, and IT teams to troubleshoot, test, and implement system upgrades.
* Work with national suppliers and cloud infrastructure teams to ensure robust and secure service delivery.
* Contribute to the evolution of digital prescribing and medicines management in a multi‑board environment.
What We’re Looking For
* A technically sound IT professional with strong experience in application support, system management, or data management.
* Skilled in Windows server/desktop environments, scripting, databases, and reporting tools.
* A natural problem‑solver with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Someone who thrives in collaborative, multi‑disciplinary teams and enjoys learning and adapting in a fast‑paced environment.
Why Join Us?
* Be part of a forward‑thinking digital team shaping the future of healthcare.
* Work on high‑impact systems that directly improve patient care.
* Enjoy flexible working arrangements and opportunities for professional development.
* Collaborate with passionate colleagues across the North of Scotland.
Informal Enquiries To
Josh Heery – NoS PSC/HEPMA Systems Specialist – 07826532760 or josh.heery3@nhs.scot
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among its workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Additional Information For Candidates
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