Reporting Analyst

Job description

Job responsibilities

Service and Business Management

Supports the production and timely submission of information for monitoring group activity together with the statutory returns that are defined as pertaining to the business.

Supports the Health Intelligence delivery to ensure that the clinical and operational analytic and reporting needs are satisfied to enable delivery of the groups clinical strategy.

Proactively engages with colleagues and other key contacts to achieve a shared understanding of information requirements and support the development of effective working relationships.

Provides advice and expertise on data definitions, analysis and interpretation.

Supports development of a range of standard management reports and inputs to the development of new reports for varying audiences such as the Group Board and other relevant management boards and committees.

Supports development of routine and ad hoc reports presented in a clear, digestible, and useable format to meet the information requirements of the stakeholder(s).

Collates, analyses and interprets clinical and management information from a wide variety of sources and across a range of operational services.

Supports projects by developing and implementing data collection processes and produces information to meet defined reporting and information requirements as set out by Senior Manager.

Interrogates information systems using database query tools/reporting packages and creates complex queries to meet specific information requests.

Supports development of innovative ways of presenting complex information so that it is clear and understandable.

Supports development of training/facilitation packages on data sources, definitions, information and data analysis techniques, ensuring content and methods of delivery are appropriate to the various audiences.

Investigates data errors, identifying and analysing sources of variations or errors in information reports, monitoring and auditing data quality and working with services to improve the quality and integrity of the information in the Group Patient Administration System (PAS) with significant impact on patient care and Groupfinances.

Supports managers and clinicians in their use and interpretation of information and promotes a culture of good data quality and effective use of information.

Sources information and keeps up-to-date on new data sources to support benchmarking and project work.

Regularly undertaking audits to measure/benchmark health outcomes and service indicators to identify variations or areas requiring improvement.

Ensures information is processed in accordance with Information Governance Policy.

Continuously develops and improves knowledge and skills in a range of data analysis techniques and presentation

Represents the Information Department at high profile and sensitive meetings, contributing to outcomes and maintaining the reputation of the department

Proactively develops and maintains effective liaison and communication with key stakeholders to provide an analytic function and ensures requirements for information are met within an agreed framework.

Develops collaborative partnerships and effective working relationships with colleagues in other teams/directorates and healthcare organisations to deliver a cohesive approach to the provision and use of information.

Undertakes other tasks as required by Senior Managers within Health Intelligence

Person Specification

Education, Training & Qualifications

• Educated to Degree level or equivalent level of education, training or experience.
• Evidence of continuing personal development
• Team Leadership qualification or equivalent experience

• Qualification in informatics statistics

Knowledge & Experience

• Experience of database analytical and reporting tools
• Experience of presenting complex and sensitive data
• Experience of dealing with a wide range of stakeholders at senior levels within the organisation

• Experience of NHS information systems
• A good knowledge of NHS informatics and data sources

Skills

• Working knowledge of Microsoft products including PowerPoint and Power Bi, including the creation of dashboards and reports
• Ability to gather, analyse, interpret and disseminate complex in-depth information to various audiences
• Ability to work in a complex environment to required deadlines with accuracy

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

Northampton General Hospital

Address

Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust

Cliftonville

Northampton

NN1 5BD

https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/Home.aspx