Pathology System Support Analyst
Job summary
Pathology System Support Analyst
Department: Pathology
Band 5, £32,073 - £39,043 per annum, pro rata
Hours: Fixed Term, Full time, 37.5 per week until 31 Mar 2027 , all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working
A new opportunity has become available in MKUH Pathology services, we are seeking an engaging and enthusiastic individual to provide IT analytical data support within the pathology systems team working in collaboration across the South Four (S4) network.
'We care We communicate We collaborate We contribute'
Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.
Interview date: 17 August 2026
Main duties of the job
This is a fixed term position to support the additional Pathology IT projects for FY 26/27The pathology laboratory operates collaboratively as part of the South 4 Pathology Partnership comprising of Oxford University Hospitals, Buckinghamshire hospitals, Milton Keynes University hospital and Great Western Hospitals, a large network employing over 1000 staff generating over 34 million tests per year.Networking collaboratively with colleagues to improve quality, efficiency and consistency across the network is a key priority for the post holder.
The post holder will: -Ensure data processing and reporting is performed in a timely and accurate manner and status is reported to relevant stakeholders
To actively seek performance improvements and work with the team in developing and implementing new business intelligence designs in current and future developments
To ensure the successful implementation of the Milton Keynes PCN hubs and their connection to ICE
About us
Milton Keynes University Hospital, in proud partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital committed to advancing patient care through cutting-edge research and education. With a "Good" rating from the CQC and significant investment underway, this is an exciting time to join our team and grow your career.
As a medium sized general hospital, we provide a full range of general medical and surgical services, including a busy Emergency Department, Maternity, and Paediatrics. As the population of our city and surrounding areas continues to grow rapidly, we are expanding and enhancing our facilities to meet rising demand and improve access to care for all our communities.
We are also proud to offer a growing portfolio of specialist services. In January 2025 we opened our state-of-the-art Radiotherapy Centre, bringing advanced cancer treatment closer to home. Our services also include neonatology, specialist surgical care, and a wide range of diagnostics, supported by the new Community Diagnostic Centre at Whitehouse Health Centre. We have just opened the Oak Wards - a new ward block featuring two 24-bed wards.
Further investment is underway, including the recently approved Women and Children's Centre, set to open by 2030.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
NHS Staff Survey: With high scores in Team Working and Line Management, our teams collaborate, communicate, and care for one anotherbecause we know were stronger together.
The post-holder will be required to assist in the development, maintenance and performance of new and existing pathology systems.
To be involved in the extraction, processing and validation of complex data from various data sources, including with large data sets, on a project and ad-hoc basis as required.
To develop and maintain a Pathology data warehouse, including Path manager and ICE systems
To ensure the existing data reporting processes are regularly reviewed to ensure timely and accurate reporting of data both internally and externally.
To build connections from multiple data sources to PowerBI to produce interactive departmental dashboards
Please refer to attached Job description for further information.
We believe success lies in the diversity of our employees and are committed to promoting equality, encouraging diversity, and embracing inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us.
MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices.
We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once enough applications have been received.
MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology.
By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers.
Upon commencing employment with the Trust,all employees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions) are subject to a probationary period lasting a period of six months with an option to extend for a further six months to a total of 12 months.
Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge
- Extensive knowledge of pathology systems i.e. WinPat
- Good understanding of pathology data sets
- Educated to degree level or equivalent
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office 365
- Project management qualification
Experience
- Previous experience using NHS datasets to provide analytical information
- Experience providing user support
- Experience using statistical software packages
Skills
- Ability to work independently and proactively
- Good communication skills, with emphasis on ability to liase with external service users.
- Methodical and efficient way of dealing with complex issues.
- Excellent time management
Personal and people development
- Ability to work well in a team
- To be disciplined and self motivated
- Desire to continue professional development
- High attention to detail
Communication
- oAbility to communicate effectively with all users of pathology systems including within the Trust and externally
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.
Employer details
Employer name
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
General Pathology (Dept)
Milton Keynes
MK6 5LD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.mkuh.nhs.uk/working-at-mkuh