Job summary
The postholder will play a key role in tracking the impact of the Trust's improvement programme and identifying areas for further improvement.
As an experienced data analyst with a track record of working with complex data in a health care setting, the postholder will have experience in how to use the data for improvement and how to present data in a way that is timely, accurate, engaging and tailored to the audience.
The post holder will play a key role in the Trust's improvement programme by providing statistical analysis and analytical support to foster continuous improvement.
The post holder will work independently as the improvement lead specialist, with guidance from the Trust's Senior Improvement Specialist, in statistical analysis and clinical data extraction and linkage using the Trust's internal business intelligence data.
Main duties of the job
Research, interpret, monitor and analyse complex external and internal information regarding operational performance and outcomes yielding actionable information to guide the Trust's improvement programme and explaining it to non-statistical senior staff members clearly to support business improvement
Interpret external data to inform where the Trust should be setting outcome markers and analysing progress and trajectory against monthly targets, assessing and advising on the impact of non-delivery for the rest of the year
Collaborate with the Trust's Business Intelligence Unit to provide support to strategy implementation and analyse highly complex and unusual situations / issues which may have a range of potential solutions, advising on the way forward where there may be conflicting opinions and priorities
Ensure the Trust's improvement programme work streams are always informed by timely and accurate datasets and insights, and be responsible for advising on strategies for service improvement in line with project management plans, adjusting to ensure achievement of targets
Drive collection of new data and support the refinement of existing data sources where required
Create SPC charts for the Trust's improvement programme workstreams
About us
At NCIC, we have an ambition to deliver outstanding healthcare services to the population of North Cumbria. The Trust is committed to creating a centre of excellence in providing rural and remote healthcare and provides a wide range of community and acute services throughout our county.
Our 5 key principles demonstrate our belief in the delivery of 'safe, high quality care every time':
- Being a clinically led organisation
- Quality and safety at the heart of our Trust
- A positive patient experience every time
- A great place to work
- Managing our money well
As an organisation we are serious about supporting a diverse workforce that reflects our local community and are very much focused on being an inclusive and compassionate place to work.
Across the North East and North Cumbria we are working together to deliver our ambition to be the greenest region in England by 2030. All staff are expected to support sustainability.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants.
Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment.Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed.
If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview.
Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see our Policy for eligible vacancies.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants.
Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment.Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed.
If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview.
Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see our Policy for eligible vacancies.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- In depth specialist knowledge of statistics/epidemiology/information analysis and the use of information across the NHS acquired through degree or equivalent
- additional specialist knowledge acquired through training and relevant experience to Master's degree level or equivalent.
Experience
Essential
- In-depth experienced of analysing and interpreting complex information and presenting it in a simplified manner
- Extensive experience manipulating large datasets from a computerised information system
- Experience of communicating with clinical or non-clinical staff
- Experience writing reports on the results of highly complex analyses
- Experience working with external and internal partners
- Experience of communicating a range of complex and analytical and statistical issues with clinical and operational staff directly and within formal written papers
- Experience of managing or providing training to colleagues
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge and a strong interest in analyticals, underpinned by significant experience
- Excellent knowledge of statistical analysis methodologies
- Excellent working knowledge of MS Excel and SQL
- Knowledge of information governance standards around data security and confidentiality and an understanding of their application in practice
Skills and Aptitudes
Essential
- Excellent analytical skills in a numerate field.
- Good knowledge of complex statistical techniques.
- Highly developed written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent skills in the use of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Access.
- Application development skills Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects.
- Ability to relate effectively to a wide range of stakeholders in a variety of settings and cultures.
Personal Circumstances
Essential
- Adaptable and flexible. Self-motivated.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- In depth specialist knowledge of statistics/epidemiology/information analysis and the use of information across the NHS acquired through degree or equivalent
- additional specialist knowledge acquired through training and relevant experience to Master's degree level or equivalent.
Experience
Essential
- In-depth experienced of analysing and interpreting complex information and presenting it in a simplified manner
- Extensive experience manipulating large datasets from a computerised information system
- Experience of communicating with clinical or non-clinical staff
- Experience writing reports on the results of highly complex analyses
- Experience working with external and internal partners
- Experience of communicating a range of complex and analytical and statistical issues with clinical and operational staff directly and within formal written papers
- Experience of managing or providing training to colleagues
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge and a strong interest in analyticals, underpinned by significant experience
- Excellent knowledge of statistical analysis methodologies
- Excellent working knowledge of MS Excel and SQL
- Knowledge of information governance standards around data security and confidentiality and an understanding of their application in practice
Skills and Aptitudes
Essential
- Excellent analytical skills in a numerate field.
- Good knowledge of complex statistical techniques.
- Highly developed written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent skills in the use of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Access.
- Application development skills Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects.
- Ability to relate effectively to a wide range of stakeholders in a variety of settings and cultures.
Personal Circumstances
Essential
- Adaptable and flexible. Self-motivated.
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
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).
