Job summary
We have a great opportunity to join our Clinical Practice Group (CPG) Programme as the CPG Information Officer for 12 months fixed term, full time (37.5 hours per week), 9.00 am to 5.00 pm - Monday to Friday.
West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (WHTH) and The Royal Free Group are jointly engaged in an exciting programme to improve quality for patients through a CPG programme.
The CPG Programme at WHTH is currently implementing 23 clinical care pathways.
You will work with the CPG programme manager/lead, the CPG Information Analyst, CPG finance Officer and CPG Pathway teams in the Trust to ensure the provision of all necessary data for the CPG Pathways.
Your role will be to support accurate data collection, analysis and developing local databases with specific focus on improving data quality for the CPG pathways.
You should have experience working with medical records, health information systems and of data analysis using Excel.
First stage of the interview process will be an Excel based task.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated person who is flexible, with excellent communication and organisation skills. You must have the ability to concentrate on detailed information, be diligent in accurate data collection and to work independently.
You will support the CPG team with data collection, developing validated spreadsheets, maintaining accurate databases, producing monthly reports and developing and maintaining appropriate analytical solutions for the CPG pathways.
You will have an opportunity to learn about Quality Improvement (QI) methodology, audits, data analysis, production of Statistical Process Control (SPC) charts and undertaking patient co-design by supporting CPG programme work.
Success in the post relies on experience in working with complex data sets, proficiency in MS Excel with attention to detail and accuracy.
About us
With a new hospital planned for Watford and work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital, this is an exciting time to join us.We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imaging models of care, working ever more closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare.
Staff wellbeing and development are a priority at West Herts Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience.
We are a flexible working employer
At West Herts we recognise the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly. We are delighted to offer a variety of flexible working options for all staff. Please check out our web page for more information.
https://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking/
We encourage and welcome people with disabilities. If you need help, please ask.
We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post-holder will work with the CPG team, Clinical leads for pathways and Information team in the Trust to ensure that all the necessary data for the CPG Pathways are collected from information systems within the Trust.
Develop validated spreadsheets with CPG Programme Manager and Senior Information Analyst for data collection for CPG pathways.
Collect data for all CPG pathways from information systems within the Trust.
Maintain timely and accurate database for each CPG pathways.
Develop appropriate analytical solutions to meet the needs of CPG programme.
Support the Senior Information Analyst with the analysis and production and update of Statistical Process Control (SPC) charts.
Produce monthly reports for CPG pathways.
Support the Senior Information Analyst and CPG programme Manager in raising awareness of importance of health information analysis and data quality.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post-holder will work with the CPG team, Clinical leads for pathways and Information team in the Trust to ensure that all the necessary data for the CPG Pathways are collected from information systems within the Trust.
Develop validated spreadsheets with CPG Programme Manager and Senior Information Analyst for data collection for CPG pathways.
Collect data for all CPG pathways from information systems within the Trust.
Maintain timely and accurate database for each CPG pathways.
Develop appropriate analytical solutions to meet the needs of CPG programme.
Support the Senior Information Analyst with the analysis and production and update of Statistical Process Control (SPC) charts.
Produce monthly reports for CPG pathways.
Support the Senior Information Analyst and CPG programme Manager in raising awareness of importance of health information analysis and data quality.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
- Graduate or equivalent qualification or experience.
Desirable
- Willingness to undertake further training on any work-related computer package as required.
Knowledge
Essential
- Proficient working in MS Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint
- Good written English
- Understanding of NHS confidentiality and data protection requirements
- Knowledge of data flows within the NHS
Desirable
- Knowledge of SPC charts Knowledge of health information/data systems
Experience
Essential
- Experience in working with complex data sets
- Previous experience within an information environment
Desirable
- Experience of working in a healthcare environment.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
- Graduate or equivalent qualification or experience.
Desirable
- Willingness to undertake further training on any work-related computer package as required.
Knowledge
Essential
- Proficient working in MS Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint
- Good written English
- Understanding of NHS confidentiality and data protection requirements
- Knowledge of data flows within the NHS
Desirable
- Knowledge of SPC charts Knowledge of health information/data systems
Experience
Essential
- Experience in working with complex data sets
- Previous experience within an information environment
Desirable
- Experience of working in a healthcare environment.
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).
