Information Analyst

Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, pro-active team player to join the Performance and Informatics service.

You will be responsible for the production of timely and accurate information to Senior Managers within the Trust.

You will need strong data analytical skills, problem solving abilities, excellent communication skills and enjoy working flexibly under pressure in a small busy team. As the Trust moves to a more automated reporting process, you will have the opportunity to use and develop skills to influence how reporting will be accessible in the future.

In addition to experience in an information role, you will need to demonstrate the ability to interpret and report data in a format which is understood by operational staff, senior management and external stakeholders. Knowledge and experience of writing SQL would be beneficial.

The role is 37.5 hours over 5 days per week and will involve working from our Trust HQ in Worcester and home working.

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6pm on Friday 19 April to 9am on Monday 22 April 2024
6pm on Friday 26 April to 9am on Monday 29 April 2024

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Main duties of the job

You will be responsible for the provision of information and data management to support all business areas of the Trust. The key objectives of the post are:

Collate, validate, analyse and present patient activity and information to support performance management, commissioning and the Trusts Senior Managers.

Be responsible for the production of waiting list information including information to support waiting list initiatives. Bring to the attention of senior managers any anomalies in information and details of any potential breaches of targets.

Represent the department at internal and external meetings regarding the information and data needs of the organisation.

Be responsible for ensuring the completeness and quality of data relating to the Trust and resolving any issues in a timely manner.

About us

At Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust, we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitals and community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental health and learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire.

Our people (all 4500+ of them) provide services for people of all ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over 100 sites.

We will support you to thrive; offer flexible working options for a great work-life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions, and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. Its why we were named Large Apprenticeship Employer of the Year award at the 2022 Worcestershire Apprenticeship Awards. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, and ethnicities.

What we offer

27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to 33 days with long service

Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you work unsocial hours

Flexible and agile working opportunities

Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support

Wide range of staff networks such as LGBT+ and ENRICH (Equality Network for Race Inclusion and Cultural Heritage)

Health service discounts and online benefits including excellent cycle to work and car salary sacrifice schemes

Health and wellbeing opportunities

If you would like to know more, please visit our careers website.

Date posted

11 April 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£28,407 to £34,581 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

C9798-0143

Job locations

2 Kings Court

Charles Hastings Way

Worcester

Worcestershire

WR5 1JR

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full details of the duties and criteria for the role please refer to the job description and person specification attached.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full details of the duties and criteria for the role please refer to the job description and person specification attached.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Educated to degree level or equivalent in a relevant subject
5 GCSEs (Grade A-C) or equivalent including Maths and English
I understand that I will be asked to provide original certificates to verify my qualifications at point of offer

Desirable

Member of a professional body (e.g. ASSIST)

Experience

Essential

Minimum 3 years experience in an information role within the NHS.
Track record of managing staff

Knowledge

Essential

In depth knowledge of NHS information requirements and data flows, especially contract data sets
An understanding of commissioning and waiting list processes
An advanced knowledge of Microsoft Access and Excel
Working knowledge of datasets and existing information systems is essential on a day-to-day basis

Desirable

Knowledge and experience of writing SQL

Additional Criteria

Essential

Diplomatic and resilient
Ability to meet the travel requirements of the post

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Educated to degree level or equivalent in a relevant subject
5 GCSEs (Grade A-C) or equivalent including Maths and English
I understand that I will be asked to provide original certificates to verify my qualifications at point of offer

Desirable

Member of a professional body (e.g. ASSIST)

Experience

Essential

Minimum 3 years experience in an information role within the NHS.
Track record of managing staff

Knowledge

Essential

In depth knowledge of NHS information requirements and data flows, especially contract data sets
An understanding of commissioning and waiting list processes
An advanced knowledge of Microsoft Access and Excel
Working knowledge of datasets and existing information systems is essential on a day-to-day basis