Data Analyst
Job summary
The data analyst will bring analytical and technical skills to inform strategy development and delivery of identified work priorities. Priorities will vary over time, but currently safer staffing reducing restrictive interventions, membership, volunteering, infection prevention and control and patient safety.
The role holder can understand and guide teams to apply a range of methods to analyse data and synthesise findings, from initial receipt and preparation of the data asset through to analysis and interpretation of the data to support presentation
Main duties of the job
The post holder will have expert technical specialist knowledge of information systems, including in depth knowledge of NHS data definitions, clinical terminology, and coding systems. Thisincludes a thorough understanding of the current issues facing the NHS and the role of information in this context.
The postholder will have expert skills in complex data extraction from the Trust's information databases including the use of structured query programming language (SQL) and manipulation of complex data sets from the Business Intelligence warehouse, using skills at an advanced level of expertise.
The postholder will have knowledge of statistical techniques. The post holder will ensure a robust process of validation and reporting in line with defined and agreed timescales.
o The post holder will lead for their area of responsibility in the development and delivery of a suite of timely and accurate performance reports for all levels of the organisation as directed by the Performance Manager. This includes working directly with managers and clinicians to ensure processes are in place to ensure appropriate methods of data capture and information reporting.
o The post holder will present performance information appropriate to the intended audience and proactively support the delivery of targets through targeted action planning and development of improvement trajectories.
About us
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.
We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.
We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:
https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/
To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:
https://workwithrdash.co.uk/
We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:
https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q
The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:
https://ptracaccpublic.blob.core.windows.net/docs-employer/340/2515/Main_Terms_and_Conditions.pdf
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications
Person Specification
Qualifications
- Educated to diploma level in a relevant subject or equivalent
- Educated to degree level (Level 5) in a relevant subject or equivalent
Experience
- Experience of working within a large complex health or social care organization
- Excellent SQL data management, interrogation & analysis products
- Advanced Microsoft Excel Skills with significant experience and proficiency. Significant experience and use of data interpretation and reporting processes.
- Previous NHS experience
- Knowledge of data visualisation particularly in Excel and PowerBI
- Experience of working within performance management
- Experience of producing and presenting reports to a range of audiences and tailoring communication techniques accordingly to ensure understanding.
- Experience of producing and presenting reports to a range of audiences and tailoring communication techniques accordingly to ensure understanding.
- Proficient in the use of the wider Microsoft package
- Knowledge of Python /R
Knowledge
- Knowledge of performance management processes and improvement tools
- Experience of working within a mental health and community NHS Trust
- Knowledge of the NHS contractual commissioning process and performance agenda
Skills
- Analytical skills to analyse a range of complex performance issues and results which require interpretation and comparison
- Excellent numeric skills
- Excellent IT skills, particularly in relation to creating, formatting, and manipulating spreadsheets.
- Standard keyboard skills
- Communication skills including the ability to present performance information both verbally and in writing
- Enthusiastic, self-motivated, and organised
- Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to maintain good relationships
- ability to work to deadlines
- Able to work within and model the Trust's values and behaviours
- Demonstrating personal responsibility and sound personal organisation, able to prioritise and collaborate at appropriate times
- Able to work independently with minimal direction and supervision, within set framework / boundaries
- Innovative, with a desire to maximise opportunities for developing the efficiency and effectiveness of the individual, the team, the department, and the Trust
- Able to face varying demands - frequently requiring intense concentration and effort to deliver multiple objectives / conflicting priorities
- Reliable and flexible
- Able to challenge poor performance in a constructive way
- Experience of working within a mental health and community NHS Trust.
- Knowledge of the NHS contractual commissioning process and performance agenda
- Project and/or change management skills
- Evidence of commitment to self- development
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
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT
Address
Woodfield House
Tickhill Road Site
Doncaster
DN4 8QN
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/