Data Analyst

South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

We are recruiting a Data Analyst within our Information Services team to support the organisation with the development of high quality data visualisation reports for our operational, clinical and corporate teams to help manage services and improve patient care. We are looking for someone who has experience of data extraction, analysis and visualisation techniques, along with strong customer service and communication skills.

This is a challenging but rewarding opportunity to join a team that works with a wide range of customers across most departments in the Trust. Collaborative working with a variety of staff at all levels is a key element of the role in order to achieve shared goals and objectives.

As well as experience of working with data tools and possessing strong administrative skills, the post holder must be able to work on their own initiative and manage/prioritise their workload in order to achieve deadlines.

Main duties of the job

To provide an efficient, effective and timely reporting, data processing and visualisation service to facilitate organisational decision making and business strategy development.

Provision of information in the form of reports, mandated submissions/statutory return formats, dashboards and datasets, as appropriate, which meets the requirements of service users both internally and externally.

To support the development and promotion of the Trusts data warehouse in all areas including: operational data flows and dashboard data flows, as required, achieved through effective design, documentation, communication, development, implementation, processing and maintenance of requirements relevant to specific reporting areas.

To optimise the use of technology within service provision.

About us

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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.

We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy.

The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.

Date posted

18 March 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£28,407 to £34,581 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

C9155-CRAC-0324-56

Job locations

Trust Headquarters

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Sunderland

SR4 7TP


Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide an efficient, effective and timely reporting, data processing and visualisation service to facilitate organisational decision making and business strategy development.

Provision of information in the form of reports, mandated submissions/statutory return formats, dashboards and datasets, as appropriate, which meets the requirements of service users both internally and externally.

To support the development and promotion of the Trusts data warehouse in all areas including: operational data flows and dashboard data flows, as required, achieved through effective design, documentation, communication, development, implementation, processing and maintenance of requirements relevant to specific reporting areas.

To optimise the use of technology within service provision.

PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE

Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide an efficient, effective and timely reporting, data processing and visualisation service to facilitate organisational decision making and business strategy development.

Provision of information in the form of reports, mandated submissions/statutory return formats, dashboards and datasets, as appropriate, which meets the requirements of service users both internally and externally.

To support the development and promotion of the Trusts data warehouse in all areas including: operational data flows and dashboard data flows, as required, achieved through effective design, documentation, communication, development, implementation, processing and maintenance of requirements relevant to specific reporting areas.

To optimise the use of technology within service provision.

PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Experience of working in Data Analysis role or Degree or Health Information Qualification

Desirable

  • Project Management experience

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working in an Information Management setting
  • Advanced data analysis experience
  • Experience of developing information systems

Desirable

  • Experience of working in an NHS organisation
  • Management experience
  • Experience of the Meditech Patient Administration System

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

  • Understanding of IM&T Security and Data Protection
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills Understanding of data administration best practice
  • Data extraction, analysis and visualization skills
  • Ability to work under pressure and use own initiative
  • Methodical and process orientated
  • Team worker
  • Flexible and proactive approach

Desirable

  • Experience of SQL/SSRS
  • Experience of Microsoft Power BI

Physical skills

Essential

  • Ability to use a workstation and PC for extended periods of time
  • Moving and handling best practice in relation to using a workstation
  • Requirement to concentrate for long periods of time on specific tasks in order to meet deadlines
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Experience of working in Data Analysis role or Degree or Health Information Qualification

Desirable

  • Project Management experience

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working in an Information Management setting
  • Advanced data analysis experience
  • Experience of developing information systems

Desirable

  • Experience of working in an NHS organisation
  • Management experience
  • Experience of the Meditech Patient Administration System

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

  • Understanding of IM&T Security and Data Protection
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills Understanding of data administration best practice
  • Data extraction, analysis and visualization skills
  • Ability to work under pressure and use own initiative
  • Methodical and process orientated
  • Team worker
  • Flexible and proactive approach

Desirable

  • Experience of SQL/SSRS
  • Experience of Microsoft Power BI

Physical skills

Essential

  • Ability to use a workstation and PC for extended periods of time
  • Moving and handling best practice in relation to using a workstation
  • Requirement to concentrate for long periods of time on specific tasks in order to meet deadlines

Employer details

Employer name

South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trust Headquarters

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Sunderland

SR4 7TP


Employer's website

https://www.stsft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trust Headquarters

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Sunderland

SR4 7TP


Employer's website

https://www.stsft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)


For questions about the job, contact:

Assistant Reporting Manager

Liza Wright

lizawright@nhs.net

01915656256

Date posted

18 March 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£28,407 to £34,581 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

C9155-CRAC-0324-56

Job locations

Trust Headquarters

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Sunderland

SR4 7TP


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