Job summary
We are looking for knowledgeable and enthusiastic Datix administrator to work with the Datix Manager to support the day to day running andfuture development of the Trust's incident and risk management systems.
You will work with the team to ensure high quality content management of the database, providing training to the Trust staff, support clinical staffwith the completion of records and generate reports for users at all levels of the Trust.
NHS systems knowledge and understanding of clinical and non-clinical risks, staff and patient safety within an acute setting together withexperience of using Datix and its suite of modules is essential, together with excellent organisational and personal skills.
Main duties of the job
The Safety and Quality Support (SQS) department functions as a central clinical safety and quality agency to support the frontline staff indelivering safe and effective care, and in learning and implementing change.
The department also assures the Trust Board in regard to clinicalperformance and compliance.
The department is divided into several sections, each with a distinct function but with strong relationships and interaction across sections. Eachsection is led and managed by a head of section, reporting to the Deputy Chief Nurse - Quality.
The Trust uses the Datix Web to record and manage Incidents, Risks, Complaint, PALS, Claims, Clinical Audit and Safety Alerts. The system ishosted externally and maintained by Datix.
Datix is a key component in the Trust for managing risk and safety, allowing both the reactive and proactive detection of risk to be registered,managed and monitored effectively. The availability, integrity and security of the system is critical.
The Datix Administrator will work with a co Datix Administrator and two Datix support team members to support the Datix Manager with themaintenance and improvement of the Datix Web system.
About us
Our Trust
Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 11000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people - patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing 'outstanding' care to our patients and rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH's values - Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent - are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.
CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people's age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
Please note:- Internal applicants on permanent contracts can only apply for this post as a secondment and must have the approval of your current line manager before applying.
This vacancy will close at midnight on the 20th September 2023.
Interviews are due to be held on the 27th September 2023.
Benefits to you
We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse, day nurseries and access to a great transport system with easy access to airports and rail travel.
Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases alternative working hours will be considered.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
Please note:- Internal applicants on permanent contracts can only apply for this post as a secondment and must have the approval of your current line manager before applying.
This vacancy will close at midnight on the 20th September 2023.
Interviews are due to be held on the 27th September 2023.
Benefits to you
We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse, day nurseries and access to a great transport system with easy access to airports and rail travel.
Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases alternative working hours will be considered.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to Degree level or equivalent experience.
Desirable
- Datix experience.
- An IT qualification.
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable in-depth experience of using, and managing databases.
Desirable
- Have delivered face to face and computer-based training for users of IT systems.
- Have worked in an acute hospital setting.
- Have experience of the EPIC EPR system.
Knowledge
Essential
- A good understanding of patient safety and the purpose and use of safety reporting systems in healthcare.
- An understanding of organisational IT and database systems.
- An understanding of basic data analysis and presentation.
Desirable
- A good understanding of the NHS regulatory environment, risk governance, and the functions and activity of NRLS in particular.
Skills
Essential
- Excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.
- Able to work autonomously, organise own time, prioritise, and work to deadlines.
- Able to communicate confidently, sympathetically and effectively with staff at all levels of the organisation, and form good working relationships.
- Numerate, literate, and logical, with experience using the Microsoft Office package, particularly Word and Excel.
- Able to work to exacting standards, maintain focus and apply rigorous attention to detail.
Desirable
- Experience of teaching or training.
Additional Requirements
Essential
- The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of safe, kind, excellent.
- A strong commitment to the improvement of the quality of patient care.
- A high level of personal integrity and the capacity to be resilient, reliable and calm under pressure.
- Understands and respects the requirement for confidentiality in respect of information provided by and relating to patients, staff and visitors, and is able to act discreetly when appropriate.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to Degree level or equivalent experience.
Desirable
- Datix experience.
- An IT qualification.
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable in-depth experience of using, and managing databases.
Desirable
- Have delivered face to face and computer-based training for users of IT systems.
- Have worked in an acute hospital setting.
- Have experience of the EPIC EPR system.
Knowledge
Essential
- A good understanding of patient safety and the purpose and use of safety reporting systems in healthcare.
- An understanding of organisational IT and database systems.
- An understanding of basic data analysis and presentation.
Desirable
- A good understanding of the NHS regulatory environment, risk governance, and the functions and activity of NRLS in particular.
Skills
Essential
- Excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.
- Able to work autonomously, organise own time, prioritise, and work to deadlines.
- Able to communicate confidently, sympathetically and effectively with staff at all levels of the organisation, and form good working relationships.
- Numerate, literate, and logical, with experience using the Microsoft Office package, particularly Word and Excel.
- Able to work to exacting standards, maintain focus and apply rigorous attention to detail.
Desirable
- Experience of teaching or training.
Additional Requirements
Essential
- The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of safe, kind, excellent.
- A strong commitment to the improvement of the quality of patient care.
- A high level of personal integrity and the capacity to be resilient, reliable and calm under pressure.
- Understands and respects the requirement for confidentiality in respect of information provided by and relating to patients, staff and visitors, and is able to act discreetly when appropriate.
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Addenbrookes Hospital - Division Corporate
Hills Road
Cambridge
CB2 0QQ
Employer's website
https://www.cuh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)