Software Developer

Job Overview

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital Trust is seeking a meticulous and focused Software Developer with solid experience in structured systems analysis, design, and programming to join their Development Team. Successful candidates will have demonstrated capabilities in change management, particularly related to clinical system deployments, and possess strong skills in planning, prioritization, and managing competing demands and deadlines with a results-driven mindset.

The role requires a flexible and innovative attitude, complemented by excellent interpersonal, analytical, and communication abilities to ensure applications effectively meet the needs of users and clinicians. The position initially spans two years with the possibility of extension, coinciding with the organization's digital transformation initiatives.

Main Responsibilities

• Collaborate within a team environment to develop, test, and deploy new technologies, programs, and system interfaces.
• Engage closely with clinical and administrative staff across all hierarchical levels to understand requirements and deliver solutions.
• Provide second-line support both during regular working hours and out-of-hours for Trust systems.

Organizational Commitment

The Trust embraces a culture centered on compassionate care, emphasizing dignity, empathy, and respect towards patients, families, and colleagues. Staff members are expected to demonstrate compassion through attentive listening, clear and kind communication, and by recognizing individual needs and circumstances.

Effective communication is crucial for safe, high-quality healthcare; therefore, understanding others, explaining information meaningfully, and responding patiently to concerns are valued traits.

Additional Information

The full detailed job duties and responsibilities are documented in the attached Job Description document.