Data Analyst
Job summary
An opportunity has arisen fortwoenthusiastic, highlyorganisedand motivated individualsto join theAll WalesTherapeutics and Toxicology Centre (AWTTC).
The AWTTC is a multi-professional organisation that provides NHS Wales with a portfolio of prescribing and medicines optimisation services and offers dedicated administrative, technical and professional support to the All Wales Medicines Strategy Group (AWMSG) in developing medicines optimisation projects and playing an integral role in the monitoring and managed entry of medicines within NHS Wales.
The Voluntary Scheme for Branded Medicines Pricing, Access and Growth (VPAG) was agreed by the UK government, NHS England, and the Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry (ABPI) in December 2023. The aim of the programme is to develop and test innovative approaches to medicine assessment to improve processes related specifically to access and uptake of new medicines.
The Data Analyst post holderswill work with AWTTC to deliver a work programme aligned to the ambitions of VPAG. The post holderswill collate and provide information that is integral to the use of medicines within Wales and willassistwith the delivery ofa number ofwork streams that sit under the VPAG Programme.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job
The Data Analyst roles arebased within a busy, high-volume, and dynamic team, ideal for anindividualswith strong analytical skills and a passion for using data to drive improvement. You will collaborate with stakeholders to deliver impactful insights, support the implementation of initiatives, and measure their impact.
The post holderswill collect, analyse, and interpret complex data toidentifyopportunities for improvement. Skilled in developing bespoke data collection tools and applying statistical techniques, you will present findings clearly to inform decisions.
This post is fixed term/secondment for 2 years, until 31st March 2029, due to funding, and to meet the needs of the service.
If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.
Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job description
Job responsibilities
Work with the AWTTC team and stakeholders toestablishinformation requirements across a range of complex data areas.This willincludeproducinga regular suite of reports that incorporate a range of analytical techniques.
The post holderswillbe responsible fordesigning information systems todisseminateinformation on a range of key performance indicators for the organisation.Including analysingcomplex datasets and converting them into meaningful reports that can be understood by a range of stakeholders.
Develop information systems that enable effective interoperability between each other and support the effective integration of various areas of healthcare.Develop tools to include analysis ofkeyfactors and ensure that key messages are highlighted appropriately.
Respond to ad-hoc requirements from AWTTC staff and stakeholders toidentifyparticular reasonsforpoor performanceandidentifycorrective action needed.Explore innovative opportunities to link prescribing data with other relevant clinical demographic data.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Educated to Degree level in science, information science or a numeric discipline or equivalent level of experience.
Additionalspecialist knowledgeacquiredthrough post graduate diploma or equivalent level of experience.
Desirable
Postgraduate diploma.
Experience
Essential
Specialist knowledge of analysis and use of qualitative and quantitative data.
Ability to extract data from various systems.
A high degree of numeracy.
Experience in an analytical role.
Experience of presenting data analyses.
Ability tocomprehendand work within the AWTTCs policies of Data Protection and Freedom of Information.
Desirable
Working knowledge of a range of statistical techniques.
Experience inoperatinga range of data analysis tools
Experience of prescribing data analysis.
Skills
Essential
Strong analytical skills with demonstrable ability to analyse and synthesisehighlycomplextechnical data and information
Excellent verbal/written communication skills.
Ability to interpret and present complex information in a meaningful manner.
Ability to work flexibly as part of a team, and across teams.
Ability toestablisheffective internal and external working relationships with a range of professionals.
Ability to think and plan strategically and to exercise sound judgement when faced with conflicting pressures and deadlines.
Strategic thinking ability toanticipatekey issues and implications.
Ability to work independently within specialist areas and projects agreed by the organisation.
Independent thinker withdemonstratedgood judgement,problem-solvingand analytical skills.
Takes decisions on difficult and contentious issues where they may bea number ofcourses of action.
Desirable
Ability to analyse and interpret prescribing data.
Knowledge
Essential
Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite of products (particularly Excel) along with understanding how they interconnect with other information systems.
Knowledge of NHS datasets and data definitions.
Working knowledge of Structured Query Language (SQL) and other programming languages.
Working knowledge of Business Intelligence tools e.g. Tableau.
Desirable
Knowledge of prescribing and pharmaceutical systems and processes. Knowledge of GP practice prescribing systems.
Good understanding of a wide range of health services research skills.Understanding ofguideline development and medicine assessmentmethodology.
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Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
- Educated to Degree level in science, information science or a numeric discipline or equivalent level of experience.
- Additional specialist knowledge acquired through post graduate diploma or equivalent level of experience.
- Postgraduate diploma.
Experience
- Specialist knowledge of analysis and use of qualitative and quantitative data.
- Experience in an analytical role.
- Experience of presenting data analyses.
- Working knowledge of a range of statistical techniques.
- Experience of prescribing data analysis.
Skills and Attributes
- Strong analytical skills with demonstrable ability to analyse and synthesise highly complex technical data and information.
- Ability to interpret and present complex information in a meaningful manner.
- Ability to think and plan strategically and to exercise sound judgement when faced with conflicting pressures and deadlines.
- Ability to analyse and interpret prescribing data.
Special Knowledge
- Knowledge of NHS datasets and data definitions.
- Working knowledge of Structured Query Language (SQL) and other programming languages.
- Working knowledge of Business Intelligence tools e.g. Tableau.
- Knowledge of prescribing and pharmaceutical systems and processes.
- Good understanding of a wide range of health services research skills.
Personal Qualities
- Accuracy and attention to detail and the ability to work to tight timescales.
- Ability to plan work effectively and efficiently and prioritise personal workload which may cover multiple projects at different stages of development.
- Adaptability, flexibility and ability to cope with uncertainty and change.
- Emotional resilience.
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.
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.
Employer details
Employer name
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board
Address
All Wales Therapeutics and Toxicology Centre, The Routledge Academic Centre
University Hospital Llandough, Penlan Road
Llandough, Penarth
CF64 2XX
Employer's website
https://cavuhb.nhs.wales/