Senior Information Analyst

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

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Job summary

The Clinical Outcomes & Effectiveness Senior Analyst will have responsibility for developing performance reporting and information analyses to support the objectives of the Clinical Outcomes & Effectiveness corporate portfolio. The role will work closely with the corporate team and clinical divisions to provide expert advice and guidance on statistical and information matters including the development of health related datasets and information that will shape the Divisional and Trusts business intentions.

Main duties of the job

The postholder will be expected to;o take the lead role in the development, management and provision of an effective and responsive information and data analysis service within the Clinical Outcomes & Effectiveness corporate function.o provide expertise in the collection, analysis, interpretation and presentation of information on performance, activity modelling and delivery of local and national strategic objectives.o be responsible for developing and maintaining a broad portfolio of routine and ad-hoc information, analysis and reports as requested by the work plan and Director of Clinical Outcomes & Effectiveness across the functiono lead on the development and maintenance of information databases and associated extract routines, ensuring data quality and data integrity are preserved.

About us

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust. We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves. As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do. We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Date posted

25 April 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£43,742 to £50,056 a year Per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

279-6146010-APR24

Job locations

RSCH

St Mary's Hall

Brighton

BN2 5PD

Job description

Job responsibilities

To be a senior analyst for a number of information work streams and/or departments, attending regular meetings and working closely with Clinical Outcomes & Effectiveness team, divisional clinicians and managers to identify information requirements.

To present and report performance and other highly complex information verbally and in writing, adjusting presentation styles to meet the requirements of different audiences. This will include both regular and ad-hoc reports. To ensure routine and regular contact with Clinical Outcomes & Effectiveness team and departmental managers relating to their departments performance. To participate in project teams and attend meetings and committees, providing expert advice on issues with an information dimension. To support staff in the correct use and interpretation of information and reports. This may include one to one or group training and the provision of written documentation or guidance. Negotiating and collaborating with colleagues in other departments e.g. I.T. and Information Governance, where appropriate as well as external agencies working with the Clinical Outcomes & Effectiveness portfolio

To extract, manage and analyse complex data sets using SQL databases, MS Excel and other data analysis tools. To consult, assess and interpret trust, department and individuals information requirements and develop appropriate reporting solutions, undertake analyses or provide advice as required. To proactively analyse trends and identify exceptions on a wide range of performance measures and to alert responsible managers when necessary. To forecast and model activity, demand, capacity and waiting lists and other complex information in relation to performance targets, service and business planning. To develop reporting solutions using advanced functions in MS Excel e.g. SQL integration and VBA automation to provide better insight for information end-users. To lead on the development of performance indicators and other information to support service improvement at both a corporate and divisional level. To make use of appropriate clinical and productivity benchmarking metrics from resources such as HED and the Model Hospital to provide additional context and insight to support the delivery of planned care. To become familiar with and make use of any other NHS and non-NHS benchmarking tools as they become available to support the work of the Clinical Outcomes & Effectiveness portfolio. To collaborate with the benchmarking and external organisations (e.g. HED, NICE, HQIP, NCEPOD, and others) engaged with the Trust in modules relevant to the Clinical Outcomes & Effectiveness Portfolio e.g. mortality and learning from Death,

Job description

Job responsibilities

Person Specification

Essential

Masters degree level or experience (relevant to equivalent role)
Demonstrable experience of healthcare informatics analytics
General understanding of the NHS, performance measures and governance systems
Experience of working within a data / information management environment or NHS informatics function
Experience in use SQL database technologies to query data (preferably SQL Server
Statistical analysis skills

Desirable

Qualification in project management
Experience of working in an acute hospital setting
Advanced modelling skills (e.g. demand and capacity)

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Essential

Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role)
Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues

Person Specification

Essential

Masters degree level or experience (relevant to equivalent role)
Demonstrable experience of healthcare informatics analytics
General understanding of the NHS, performance measures and governance systems
Experience of working within a data / information management environment or NHS informatics function
Experience in use SQL database technologies to query data (preferably SQL Server
Statistical analysis skills

Desirable

Qualification in project management
Experience of working in an acute hospital setting
Advanced modelling skills (e.g. demand and capacity)

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Essential

Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role)
Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

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