Job Description

Give IT support where it really makes a difference



Our ambition is to build on our leading initiatives and revolutionise the way we work together. That's why we're embarking on a programme of unprecedented transformation that will see cutting-edge digital solutions integrated across all our sites and services. This is an opportunity to develop your skills at the forefront of advances in healthcare management.



You'll work in one of the most progressive and innovative Informatics departments in the NHS, backed by significant multi-million pound investment. From introducing enterprise-wide Electronic Patient Records (EPR) to data warehousing and business intelligence that support the decision-making of clinical and operational staff, we're using technology to increase organisational efficiency and improve patient health outcomes.



The role



As digital solutions roll out across MFT, effective IT support services become ever more important to delivering patient care. As the first point of contact for users, and a key member of the IT Support team, you'll log and resolve queries, incidents, problems and requests relating to both equipment and applications. Working on first- and second-line IT technical support issues, you'll take ownership of calls, escalating where necessary, and adhering closely to service level agreements. You'll also help to coach and support less-experienced members of the team.



Participate in the delivery of an efficient, responsive, effective and customer focused IT support service. Digital IT Technicians will have responsibility for ensuring that IT technical support is provided to appropriate levels of customer service in line with corporate Service Level Agreements.



The IT support teams provides 2nd Line IT support all trust locations and users and will coordinate the escalation of all non-resolved incidents and service requests to the IT Support Manager. Assist in the day-to-day co-ordination of work in own area.



Provide specialist training for staff from own or other disciplines on own subject area, when required.



Participate in an on-call or out-of-hours service, when required.

Key functions will be:

Maintenance of core data tables to ensure the availability of up to date and timely data information



Deliver new system user training and ensure all users have appropriate system level access to enable them to fulfil their role



Act as first line support for system users providing advice and guidance, resolving software problems where possible



Assist in the production of a wide range of timely, verified information to meet ad-hoc requirements



Act upon own initiative with regards to issues/problems/trends relating to the day-to-day administration of the Vocera system.



MFT is one of the largest NHS Trust In England with a turnover of over 3bn & is on a different scale than most other NHS Trusts. We're creating an exceptional integrated health & social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services every year.



Bringing together 10 hospitals & community services from across Manchester, Trafford & beyond, we champion collaborative working & transformation, encouraging our 30,000 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals. We set standards that other Trusts seek to emulate so you'll benefit from a scale of opportunity that is nothing short of extraordinary.



We've also created a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient & staff experience, operational effectiveness & driving research, and innovation through the introduction of Hive; our Electronic Patient Record system which launched in September 2022.



We're proud to be a major academic Research Centre & Education provider, providing you with a robust infrastructure to encourage and facilitate high-quality research programmes. What's more, we're excited to be embarking on our Green Plan which sets out how MFT continues to play its part in making healthcare more sustainable.



At MFT, we create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent, protecting your health and wellbeing and shaping the future of our organisation together.



To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you'll need, take a look at the & Person Specification attachments under the 'Supporting Documents' heading. So that you're even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you'll need to take time to read the 'Candidate Essentials Guide' that sits with the and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how 'we care for you as you care for others'. Most importantly, it also contains critical information you'll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.



Diversity Matters



MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating, and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at resourcing@mft.nhs.uk .



We're looking forward to hearing from you!