Job summary
The Clinical Effectiveness Support Officer will proactively support the Clinical Effectiveness Lead to maintain robust process, documentation and communication to provide assurance to the Trust Board and Senior Managers and will undertake a range of responsibilities within clinical effectiveness, which underpin specialist activities including:
Clinical Policies
NICE Guidelines (National Institute of Health and Care Excellence)
Clinical Audit
Based within the Corporate Nursing and Facilities Directorate, the post holder will be a member of the Clinical Effectiveness Team and report to the Clinical Effectiveness Lead contributing to the delivery of Quality Assurance through all clinical effectiveness activities; ensuring they are aligned and contribute towards the achievement of the Trusts overall strategic objectives for quality.
Main duties of the job
- Participate as an effective member of the Clinical Effectiveness Team, communicating and sharing information and team responsibilities with colleagues, and contributing to the smooth running of the Clinical Effectiveness portfolio of: Clinical Policy, NICE (National Institute for Health and Care Excellence) and Clinical Audit.
- Liaise with relevant services, stakeholders, and identified leads to set up meetings and assure engagement, as directed by the Clinical Effectiveness Lead.
- Proactively support the Clinical Effectiveness team to maintain robust process, documentation and communication to provide assurance to the Trust Board and Senior Managers.
- Act as a point of contact for the aforementioned Clinical Effectiveness responsibilities, direct and advise accordingly and respond to enquiries from Care Groups and specialism service areas within the Trust.
- Contribute in 1:1 and group meetings to support Clinical Effectiveness work.
- Support to develop Excel spreadsheets, data collections tools, and contribute to the preparation of presentations & reports for healthcare professionals, incorporating tables and graphs as required. Ensure that all required documentation is completed correctly and liaise with appropriate personnel where further work is required.
About us
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.
We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.
We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:
https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/
To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:
https://workwithrdash.co.uk/
We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:
https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q
The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 in Business Administration (or equivalent)
- Recognised Quality Improvement/Clinical effectiveness/Clinical audit QSIR Training or equivalent
- ECDL or equivalent knowledge which demonstrates proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint etc.
Knowledge
Essential
- Previous experience of Quality Improvement in relation to project management methods/ NICE guidance
- Understanding of systems which support delivery of evidence-based healthcare
- Previous experience of working in a large complex organisation
- Understanding of confidentiality requirements
- Previous experience of Policy management or Clinical assurance and performance management systems
- An understanding of Mental health (Adults and/or CAMHS) Learning Disability, Drug and Alcohol services, Neurology Services, Hospice, Adult In Patient and Community Services, Forensic Service and Older Peoples Mental Health services
Skills
Essential
- Able to plan, prioritise and manage own workload without day-to-day supervision
- Able to be use own initiative and judgement to analyze and resolve problems
- Able to deliver deadlines on a wide range of administrative/project processes
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (oral and written)
- Able to manage conflicting priorities
- Good organisational skills
- Proven IT skills including word processing, use of spreadsheets and databases, PowerPoint, email and the Internet
- Able to analyse and interpret complex data from a range of source
- Report writing and presentation skills
Experience
Essential
- Clinical Quality Improvement /effectiveness/audit project work experience
- Liaising with staff at all levels in a complex organisation
- Report writing, presentation using PowerPoint or equivalent
Other
Essential
- Aligns themselves with our Trusts values
- Flexible approach - adaptable to deal with situations as they arise
- Reliable and conscientious
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Non-judgmental, diplomatic, caring, and empathic
- Active interest in developing service quality improvement, clinical effectiveness, and own skills and development
- Able to work as part of a team
- Access to transport and the ability to travel within the required geographical area
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 in Business Administration (or equivalent)
- Recognised Quality Improvement/Clinical effectiveness/Clinical audit QSIR Training or equivalent
- ECDL or equivalent knowledge which demonstrates proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint etc.
Knowledge
Essential
- Previous experience of Quality Improvement in relation to project management methods/ NICE guidance
- Understanding of systems which support delivery of evidence-based healthcare
- Previous experience of working in a large complex organisation
- Understanding of confidentiality requirements
- Previous experience of Policy management or Clinical assurance and performance management systems
- An understanding of Mental health (Adults and/or CAMHS) Learning Disability, Drug and Alcohol services, Neurology Services, Hospice, Adult In Patient and Community Services, Forensic Service and Older Peoples Mental Health services
Skills
Essential
- Able to plan, prioritise and manage own workload without day-to-day supervision
- Able to be use own initiative and judgement to analyze and resolve problems
- Able to deliver deadlines on a wide range of administrative/project processes
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (oral and written)
- Able to manage conflicting priorities
- Good organisational skills
- Proven IT skills including word processing, use of spreadsheets and databases, PowerPoint, email and the Internet
- Able to analyse and interpret complex data from a range of source
- Report writing and presentation skills
Experience
Essential
- Clinical Quality Improvement /effectiveness/audit project work experience
- Liaising with staff at all levels in a complex organisation
- Report writing, presentation using PowerPoint or equivalent
Other
Essential
- Aligns themselves with our Trusts values
- Flexible approach - adaptable to deal with situations as they arise
- Reliable and conscientious
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Non-judgmental, diplomatic, caring, and empathic
- Active interest in developing service quality improvement, clinical effectiveness, and own skills and development
- Able to work as part of a team
- Access to transport and the ability to travel within the required geographical area
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).
