Assistant test analyst

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for a detailed job description of the role.

Open only to applicants from Hampshire & Isle of Wight NHS Integrated Care System, which is limited to:

Hampshire and Isle of Wight ICB, Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trust, University Hospital Southampton FT, Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS FT, South Central Ambulance Service, or Hampshire Hospitals FT.

Main duties of the job

The digital team at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS) have an opportunity for an assistant test analyst to join and work with us on the testing and implementation of innovative clinical systems.

You will support with software testing of upgrades for a number of electronic patient record systems, ensuring the Trust’s digital tools are clinically safe and meet the requirements of our staff and patients.

Working for our organisation

University Hospital Southampton is one of England’s largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.

Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs, and Jurassic Coast.

At UHS we’re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.

At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Responsibilities will include:

1. Reviewing and executing test scripts
2. Reporting and tracking of defects
3. Supporting stakeholders with user acceptance testing

Experience and skills required:

1. Experience of software testing
2. Knowledge and understanding of test methodologies
3. Experience with databases and SQL
4. Understanding of hospital processes and systems

The team’s core hours are between 8.00 and 18.00 Monday through Friday, but flexibility will be required depending on service needs.

UHS supports agile and remote working, but regular attendance at Southampton General Hospital will be required in this role.

Person specification

Qualifications

• NVQ4 in Information Technology or relevant equivalent experience
• ISTQB foundation or intermediate certificate in software testing.

Knowledge and experience

• Experience of software testing in a highly complex technical environment
• Knowledge and expertise of test methodologies and relevant industry standards
• Knowledge and expertise in test tools e.g. Visual Studio, Team Foundation Server or Jira
• Experience of server operating systems such as Windows Server, Unix/Linux
• Able to demonstrate a sound knowledge of relevant NHS clinical and business processes
• Working knowledge of Prince 2
• Knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server
• Knowledge of Oracle Databases

Values and behaviours

• Patients First
• Always Improving
• Working Together

Please be advised that this vacancy may close earlier than stated if we receive a large number of applications. We will not accept any applications or queries via agencies, under any circumstances.

Our commitment to equality

Equality remains at the centre of our policymaking, service delivery, and employment practice, giving all employees equal opportunity to develop, apply for promotions, and have working arrangements that enable them to achieve a manageable work-life balance.

UHS actively promotes a work environment free from harassment and discrimination and provides training for managers and staff to ensure this happens.

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