Senior Information Analyst

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Performance Information Team who are seeking to appoint a Senior Performance Information Analyst to extract data from the Trust's various information systems in order to analyse and present the data as information for performance/clinical/statistical purposes, and support the on-going design and development of new reporting systems and structures to meet the user's specification.

*** Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***

The post-holder will havea key role in monitoring the Trust's performance against key national targets, andwill be required to actively inform Trust staff when unfavourable variances arise, in a timely manner, so that corrective action can be initiated.

Using specialist knowledge of NHS data, both internal and specific to the Trust, and external pertaining to national datasets and standards, the post-holder will give advice and guidance to users on the content of Information and interpretation in line with national and local guidelines.

The post-holder will be an expert in SQL development (and associated technologies), understanding best practice for the life-cycle of reporting, from requirements through to analysis and deployment.

We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment.

We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment manager for this post who will put you in touch with the recruitment team.

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PRIMARY DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

Reporting / Monitoring / Analysis To play a key role in the development and maintenance of Primary Target List (PTL) reporting systems.

To lead in the development of information systems capable of supporting national service policy as and when required i.e. as ISB notifications are published, guidance from DoH, LAT or CCG.

Responsible for the development (to include consideration of a range of options in terms of presentation and making recommendations to customers), implementation and maintenance of a defined range of performance reporting systems, in order that they are fit for purpose as specified e.g. RTT, A&E, Theatres, Spells, FCEs, Outpatients, Cancer, all sections of Pharmacy including Supply, Procurement, Clinical, Production, Commercial Services and High Cost Drugs and Clinical Trials etc as directed by the Information Provision Team Leader.

To apply rigorous project management techniques on all new developments to ensure customer requirements are met. Understanding what the service user is trying to achieve, the benefits of the requirement and how it will need to be measured.

To analyse key performance variances, identifying possible explanations.

To provide daily operational information to Service Lines (eg PTLs & Dashboards), essential in the delivery of key targets, and promote correct usage throughout the Trust via education and training.

Responsible for the production of Board level reporting ensuring that statistical analyses are reported with clarity and accuracy and the content is concise and relevant.

To assist in the training of all relevant staff in the use of management information in their respective roles.

To understand the Information Governance rules pertaining to handling Personal Confidential Data.

Performance Management To use analytical/statistical techniques to identify those service areas requiring managerial attention. Working alongside service management teams to make recommendations for a suitable range of solutions consistent with national and local…