Senior Information Analyst
Job summary
Working at MFT will mean working in one of the most progressive and innovative IT departments in the NHS. MFT is delivering real time information and cutting edge technology to its patients and staff . MFT has recently installed an enterprise Electronic Patient Record and looking to use data warehousing and business intelligence to support the decision making of clinical and operational staff.
To achieve in this exciting role you will need; a real eye for detail, an analytical mindset, excellent communication skills, a willingness and ability to liaise with our stakeholders to interpret requirements and transform them into technical specifications along with an enthusiasm to get the job done to the highest standards. You will have advanced technical knowledge in a range of areas of IM&T, and evidence of using various information analysis techniques such as SQL, Access, Excel including Pivot Tables. Power BI experience desirable.
Experience of working with NHS data is desirable but exceptional candidates without previous NHS experience will be considered.
Communicating and visualising complex data is a key part of this role, with the aim of developing a shared understanding of the health and care environment. The role will offer a hybrid working model with the ideal candidate on site for two to three days per week.
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will develop, automate and streamline regular report processes in SQL including current statutory and operational reports.This post will be set within the Analytics and Insights team working collaboratively with colleagues across Information Services and Data Assurance, and lead on the development of technical solutions to support the organisation.
The post-holder will be expected to contribute to the development of a performance-focused culture where safety, effectiveness and patient experience are consistently delivered through theprovision of high-quality performance information, analytical interpretation, benchmarking, forecasting and intelligent modelling.
About us
MFT is one of the largest NHS Trust In England with a turnover of over £3bn & is on a different scale than most other NHS Trusts. We're creating an exceptional integrated health & social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services every year.
Bringing together 10 hospitals & community services from across Manchester, Trafford & beyond, we champion collaborative working & transformation, encouraging our 30,000 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals. We set standards that other Trusts seek to emulate so you'll benefit from a scale of opportunity that is nothing short of extraordinary.
We've also created a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient & staff experience, operational effectiveness & driving research, and innovation through the introduction of Hive; our Electronic Patient Record system which launched in September 2022.
We're proud to be a major academic Research Centre & Education provider, providing you with a robust infrastructure to encourage and facilitate high-quality research programmes. What's more, we're excited to be embarking on our Green Plan which sets out how MFT continues to play its part in making healthcare more sustainable.
At MFT, we create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent, protecting your health and wellbeing and shaping the future of our organisation together.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating, and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at resourcing@mft.nhs.uk.
Were looking forward to hearing from you!
Person Specification
Qualifications
- Degree in numerate/technical discipline or equivalent relevant experience
- Evidence of on-going self-development regarding SQL Server and associated products
- Master's degree in numerate discipline or equivalent relevant NHS experience
Experience / Knowledge
- Significant experience of working in an Information team
- Experience of activity planning and producing complex numerical analysis
- Evidence of using various information analysis techniques such as Excel, SQL, Access, Pivot Tables and any associated tools
- Experience of documenting complex procedures
- Able to analyse highly complex specialist information and display the ability to explain findings and resolve any issues
- Able to interpret information received and react appropriately
- Experience of SQL scriptwriting & components
- MS Office to highly advanced level
- Ability to scope information requirements with nontechnical staff and translate this into a detailed requirement specification for development
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to work towards tight deadlines and remain calm under pressure.
- Self-motivated individual
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team offering advice and support where necessary
- Excellent communication skills - able to communicate at all levels within the Trust and with external agencies
- Flexible working approach to meet the needs of the service
- Knowledge of NHS, data flows, data definitions and info sources
- Understanding of OLAP / R / Python
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
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Trafford House
7 Southmore Road, Wythenshawe
Manchester
M23 9XD
Employer's website
https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/
- Company
- Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
- Location
- Manchester, United Kingdom M23 9XD
Hybrid / WFH Options - Employment Type
- Permanent
- Salary
- £38682.00 - £46580.00 a year
- Posted
- Company
- Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
- Location
- Manchester, United Kingdom M23 9XD
Hybrid / WFH Options - Employment Type
- Permanent
- Salary
- £38682.00 - £46580.00 a year
- Posted