Data Manager

Job summary

The Data manager will cover all aspects of the patient journey within the Endocrinology service and will involve working with the patient, internal departments, and liaison with outside agencies such as other hospitals. The post holder will use their knowledge of manipulating data and analytical skills using several systems to support the Speciality teams in delivering timely and accurate information and ensures we have consistently accurate information on all patients within the specialty.

• The post holder will be responsible for developing and improving information systems to meet the needs of the service. The post holder will also collect and present data for local and national use
• The post holder will also provide support in sourcing the data to answer information requests and queries within the department. The post holder will input patient data onto the relevant databases held at GOSH, which will be used to create activity data
• The post holder will ensure the clinical data source, collection, entry and transfer of information is of the highest standard, and will assist in the development of databases, and the systems and processes associated with them, as the needs of the service change.
• This post is part of the team of Administration staff in the JMB directorate, as such; the post holder will be expected to work as part of this team, and to provide cover for other members of the team when necessary.

Main duties of the job

• Liaising with Commissioners and other Trusts regarding data submissions
• Maintain effective working relationships with other staff members, both within the directorate and in other departments, and with external agencies. This will include other data managers working in other departments, and with external agencies.
• Answer ADHOC information requests from senior managers, researchers, clinicians etc. from within the trust.
• To collaborate with other members of the team to ensure there is cross-cover for data and performance reporting.
• To respect the confidentiality of patient data and not to disclose data to any unauthorised persons

About us

GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.

We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.

We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.

We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.

We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.