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Job Title: North of Scotland Hospital Electronic Prescribing and Administration (HEPMA) Application Specialist

Program Manager (HEPMA)

Location: Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, potential remote work within 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

We’re seeking a talented Application Specialist to join the North of Scotland HEPMA Digital Team, supporting the delivery and operation of our region-wide Hospital Electronic Prescribing and Medicines Administration (HEPMA) and Pharmacy Stock Control (PSC) systems. This is a unique opportunity to work across six NHS Boards—Grampian, Highland, Orkney, Shetland, Tayside, and Western Isles—delivering a transformational service that enhances patient safety, clinical efficiency, and digital innovation.

• 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, contributing to the evolution of digital prescribing and medicines management in a multi-board environment.

• 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.
• Natural problem‑solver with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Thrives in collaborative, multi‑disciplinary teams and enjoys learning and adapting in a fast‑paced environment.

• 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.

Josh Heery, NoS PSC/HEPMA Systems Specialist
07826532760
josh.heery3@nhs.scot

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