West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Band 8a - Advanced EPMA Pharmacist, Pharmacy
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Band 8a - Advanced EPMA Pharmacist, Pharmacy
Advanced Electronic Prescribing and Medicines Administration (EPMA) Pharmacist
We are seeking an Advanced Electronic Prescribing and Medicines Administration (EPMA) Pharmacist. It is an exciting time to join West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, following successful implementations of Oracle Cerner (2021) and Cleo EPS (2026).
About The Role
The focus is on continuing to embed the use of the Electronic Prescribing and Medicines Administration system to:
- Further optimise it for enhanced patient outcomes
- Support the go-live of the Electronic Prescription Service (EPS)
The Advanced EPMA Pharmacist plays a pivotal role within the EPMA team, contributing to system management and development. Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting the design and configuration of the system
- Leading digital innovation
The WHTH Pharmacy and Electronic Patient Record (EPR) departments are dedicated to promoting wellbeing and professional development in a collaborative environment. The Trust is proactively investing in new digital technologies to enhance patient care and improve staff experience.
This role is full-time, with options for flexible working including home or remote working.
Key Aspects Of The Role
- Supporting EPMA and EPS system configuration, development, and testing
- Training and supporting staff (including pharmacy teams, prescribers, nurses, and allied health professionals)
- Collaborating with the Pharmacy Team Lead to address workforce and technical challenges reported by end users
- Acting as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for EPMA and EPS, promoting safe system usage
- Supporting investigations into medication-related incidents alongside multidisciplinary teams
- Independently scoping change requests and fostering digital innovation
- Analysing data to drive benefits realisation and enhance outcomes
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Requirements & Fit
Ideal candidates must:
- Effectively manage competing demands in multidisciplinary, multi-priority settings.
- Show genuine interest in digital innovation. Experience with electronic prescribing systems is strongly preferred.
The role also requires:
- Collaborative skills to co-design practical solutions across the Trust.
- Stakeholder engagement expertise to align differing perspectives.
Professional Development & Opportunities
The Pharmacy and EPR departments are committed to supporting continuous professional development, offering diverse learning opportunities.
The Trust’s Vision & Commitment
West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is at an exciting stage:
- A new hospital in Watford is being planned.
- Theatres at St Albans City Hospital are being updated.
- A new neighbourhood healthcare centre is coming to Hemel Hempstead.
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This pioneering phase combines leadership with innovation, particularly in:
- Virtual care models (e.g., award-winning virtual hospital)
- Digital healthcare advances
- Improved clinical outcomes and patient experiences
Our core principle: "Excellent patient care, together", is rooted in shared values,
Values:
- ℹ️ Empowered – Driven and empowered staff
- ❤️ Compassionate – People-centred approach
- ✅ Professional – High standards
- 🤝 Inclusive – Diverse and supportive team
Support for all staff—notably those with disabilities or long-term health conditions—is prioritised. Accommodation requests can be sent to westherts.recruitment@nhs.net.
If you’re a **Service Leaver, Veteran, Reservist, or Member of the Armed Forces Community, please mark "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form.
Applications are welcome round-the-clock; however, the Trust reserves the right to close advertisement early in case of high volume.
No response within 3 weeks implies unsuccessful consideration.
For inquiries or enquiries, contact:
Practical Support
Name: Nimita Shah Job Title: Pharmacy Team Lead, EPMA Email: westherts.epma@nhs.net
For flexible working inquiries: www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking
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