Data Quality Manager

Job description

Job responsibilities

Data Management and Quality Control

• Recall Systems Management Develop, implement, and maintain efficient recall systems to ensure patients are timely notified for follow-ups, screenings, or treatments, enhancing patient care continuity.

Data Integrity Audits

• Conduct comprehensive data quality audits across all practice data to ensure accuracy, completeness, and reliability. Identify issues, suggest improvements, and monitor the resolution of data quality discrepancies.

Policy Development and Implementation

• Formulate and enforce robust data management policies that comply with GDPR and other regulatory standards. Ensure these policies enhance data security and patient confidentiality.

Compliance and Security

• GDPR Compliance, Oversee and ensure all practice data handling and processing complies with GDPR regulations. Implement safeguarding measures to protect patient information against unauthorized access and breaches.
• Data Security Initiatives Develop and coordinate security initiatives to protect data integrity. Work with IT to implement effective cybersecurity measures and resolve potential security vulnerabilities.

Training and Support

• Provide ongoing training and support to all practice staff on data protection laws, compliance requirements, and best practices in data handling and security.

Collaborative Responsibilities

• Interdepartmental Collaboration, Collaborate with clinical and administrative departments to streamline data collection and sharing processes. Ensure seamless integration of data practices across the practice.
• Reporting and Documentation, Maintain meticulous records of data processes, audits, and compliance measures. Prepare detailed reports on data quality and security for the Practice Manager and regulatory bodies as required.
• Stakeholder Engagement, Engage with external stakeholders including regulatory authorities and technology providers to stay updated on new data management technologies and compliance regulations.

Quality Improvement

• Continuous Improvement, Lead quality improvement initiatives related to data management. Utilise feedback from data quality audits to make informed decisions on enhancing data systems and processes.
• Performance Metrics, Establish and monitor performance metrics for data management activities to evaluate success rates and identify areas for improvement.

Miscellaneous

eConsultations, Process eConsultations received if required.

Any other administrative work as required.

These duties are designed to ensure the Data Quality Manager effectively manages recall systems, maintains high standards of data integrity, and complies with all necessary regulations, particularly GDPR. The role is crucial in safeguarding the practices data against risks and enhancing the overall quality of patient care and practice operations.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience
• Proven experience in data management, particularly in a healthcare setting, with a strong emphasis on developing and managing recall systems.
• Extensive knowledge of data quality assurance, GDPR compliance, and implementing data security measures.

Desirable

• Analytical Abilities
• Strong analytical and problemsolving skills, with a capacity to identify inefficiencies in data processes and implement effective solutions.
• Experience with statistical analysis and the ability to use data analysis tools to improve practice operations and patient outcomes.
• Leadership and Initiative
• Demonstrated leadership ability, capable of initiating and managing projects that improve data quality and security.
• Proactive in staying updated with the latest industry trends in data management and health informatics.
• Adaptability
• Flexible and adaptable to changing technologies and regulatory environments.
• Innovative thinker with a focus on continuous improvement and technological advancements in data management.
• Team Collaboration
• Strong team player with the ability to lead and motivate a team.
• Effective at working across various departments to integrate and harmonize data practices.
• Additional Competencies
• High ethical standards, with a commitment to maintaining the confidentiality and integrity of sensitive medical data.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development in data management, quality assurance, and compliance

Qualifications

Essential

• Educational Background
• Bachelors degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Fuller and Forbes Partnership

Address

Mayflower Medical Group

Stirling Road

Plymouth

PL5 1PL

Employer's website

http://bramleyonline.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)