Job summary
An opportunity has arisen to appoint an Informatics and Data Analyst within the Informatics & Data Services team of Public Health Wales NHS Trust.
The post holder will undertake information management, reporting and analysis duties, as well as provide systems training and support for a wide range of services including Screening and Microbiology.
Main duties of the job
To be considered for the position you will have a degree in a numerate subject or equivalent relevant experience. You will have demonstrable experience of the management and analysis of large datasets together with report generation.
We are looking for a highly computer literate, team focused individual with good organisational and communication skills, who has the ability to work with all types and grades of staff.
Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
The post is based at Public Health Wales' headquarters in central Cardiff.
Interviews will be conducted at the Cardiff headquarters.
About us
We are Public Health Wales - the national public health organisation for Wales. Our purpose is 'working together for a healthier Wales'. We exist to help all people in Wales live longer, healthier lives. With our partners, we aim to increase healthy life expectancy, improve health and well-being, and reduce inequalities for everyone in Wales, now and for future generations.
Together, our teams work to prevent disease, protect health, and provide leadership, specialist services and public health expertise. We are the main source of public health information, research and innovation in Wales. Never more has public health been so important as we come through the Coronavirus pandemic, face the challenges of the cost-of-living crisis and tackle and prevent the harmful effects of climate change.
Our organisation is guided by our Values, 'Working together, with trust and respect, to make a difference'. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve and from those wishing to work part time or on a job share basis.
To find out more about working for us and the benefits we offer please visithttps://phw.nhs.wales/careers/
For guidance on the application process, please visithttps://phw.nhs.wales/working-for-us/applicant-information-and-guidance/
Job description
Job responsibilities
The informatics team within Public Health Wales has a wide range of service provision across many divisions and specialties. The main purpose of this role is to assist in the production and development of routine monitoring reports, for the purpose of managing and quality assuring services provided by Public Health Wales. In addition, the job requires that the post holder provides training and support to staff using a variety of IT systems, to ensure consistent data entry and data quality.
The post holder will be expected to analyse and provide complex reports and statistical outputs.
Other duties include:
To be responsible for the delivery of appropriate information resources in a timely manner.
To provide IM&T systems training where appropriate and possible within resources.
To test new/amended systems and services prior to User Acceptance testing (UAT).
To assist with the design/specify new or changed services or assist the systems developers to do so.
To assist the Trust with research initiatives with the Informatics team.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The informatics team within Public Health Wales has a wide range of service provision across many divisions and specialties. The main purpose of this role is to assist in the production and development of routine monitoring reports, for the purpose of managing and quality assuring services provided by Public Health Wales. In addition, the job requires that the post holder provides training and support to staff using a variety of IT systems, to ensure consistent data entry and data quality.
The post holder will be expected to analyse and provide complex reports and statistical outputs.
Other duties include:
To be responsible for the delivery of appropriate information resources in a timely manner.
To provide IM&T systems training where appropriate and possible within resources.
To test new/amended systems and services prior to User Acceptance testing (UAT).
To assist with the design/specify new or changed services or assist the systems developers to do so.
To assist the Trust with research initiatives with the Informatics team.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree level education or equivalent (or equivalent experience) in an appropriate subject.
Desirable
- A level mathematics or statistics or equivalent qualification. Health sciences background.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of generating reports from the analysis of raw data. Experience of training and support of others. Administrative experience.
Desirable
- Experience of working within the health sector.
Skills
Essential
- Planning & analysis. Verbal and written communication. Present complex information. Work well with all staff. Own initiative or part of team.
Desirable
- Conducted own research project. Training qualification.
Knowledge
Essential
- High degree of computer literacy. Use of spreadsheets & databases. Ability to learn new IT skills. Understands importance of high quality information and confidentiality issues.
Desirable
- Knowledge of SQL & data extraction experience. Business intelligence. Basic statistical knowledge. Experience of health IT systems and cancer information.
Personal attributes
Essential
- Enthusiastic & self motivated. Ability to work autonomously. Resilient & flexible. Creative problem solver. Team orientated.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree level education or equivalent (or equivalent experience) in an appropriate subject.
Desirable
- A level mathematics or statistics or equivalent qualification. Health sciences background.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of generating reports from the analysis of raw data. Experience of training and support of others. Administrative experience.
Desirable
- Experience of working within the health sector.
Skills
Essential
- Planning & analysis. Verbal and written communication. Present complex information. Work well with all staff. Own initiative or part of team.
Desirable
- Conducted own research project. Training qualification.
Knowledge
Essential
- High degree of computer literacy. Use of spreadsheets & databases. Ability to learn new IT skills. Understands importance of high quality information and confidentiality issues.
Desirable
- Knowledge of SQL & data extraction experience. Business intelligence. Basic statistical knowledge. Experience of health IT systems and cancer information.
Personal attributes
Essential
- Enthusiastic & self motivated. Ability to work autonomously. Resilient & flexible. Creative problem solver. Team orientated.
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
