This is an exciting time for the NHS in Cornwall, with investment that will fund the development of a new Electronic Patient Record at the Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust. This will be the biggest investment and transformation in digital technology that supports our patient care for more than 30 years. Our new EPR will touch the lives of staff, patients, and partner organisations across Cornwall, the Isles of Scilly, and beyond. Our services will be supported by a software system that is modern, flexible, and able to support the ongoing health care needs of our population. A key part of the programme will be the transformation of reporting methods, information provision, and business intelligence extracted from the new system. To support this, we are developing new posts in our vital, award-winning Information and Business Intelligence (BI) service. You could play a crucial part in our journey to deliver brilliant healthcare services across Cornwall.
Key elements of this post include:
* Educated to degree level / post grad diploma.
* Computing related qualification.
* Comprehensive knowledge & expert use of SQL Language and SQL Server.
* Experience of working in information management and the use of information systems.
* Logical and organised in approach, enthusiastic, team player.
* Highly skilled in collecting, extracting, and validating complex and sensitive data from a variety of computer systems.
Main duties of the job:
The Information and Business Intelligence team have a direct and tangible link to the high quality of patient care and patient safety delivered across the Trust, providing key reporting/BI solutions. These roles will support the reporting/information work streams during the Electronic Patient Record (EPR) implementation. This will encompass assisting the Senior Management Team in ensuring reporting from the EPR complies with the national information guidelines, updating Data Collection Worksheets, leading on implementing quality checks, and producing data quality reports. The post holders will also be responsible for cascading specialist knowledge and understanding of the new system into the wider Information and BI Team.
We are looking for motivated and committed individuals who are passionate about how data, information, and BI tools can transform services and underpin the health of our population. We are looking for candidates with strong SQL experience, knowledge and experience of analytical techniques and technologies, an aptitude for problem-solving, a keen eye for detail, data analysis, and excellent communication skills. The best candidates will have experience in data extraction, analysis, data reporting, and developing new information reports using a variety of business intelligence tools.
About us:
Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is the biggest provider of healthcare services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Our three main sites are Royal Cornwall Hospital Truro, St Michael's Hospital Hayle, and West Cornwall Hospital Penzance. Our staff and services are available across the region.
The Trust employs 5,000+ staff, has a budget of £380 million, and 750 beds. We work with health and social care organisations, including NHS Kernow and NHS England, to ensure local healthcare needs are met. We provide acute medical, surgical, and specialist services to around 500,000, which can increase significantly during busy holiday periods.
The Trust has teaching hospital status as part of the University of Exeter Medical School. Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we continually develop clinical services and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care offered locally.
We can offer you a rewarding career in a supportive working environment. We have extensive educational links to help you realise your full potential and develop skills to provide outstanding healthcare to the local community.
Enjoy an outstanding quality of life in a place that offers surfing beaches and fishing harbours to beautiful countryside and historic towns. With clean air, plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities, and excellent schools, colleges, and universities (including adult education), it is the ideal place for families and for you to develop your own career.
Job responsibilities:
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To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:
* Identity Checks
* Professional registration and qualification checks
* Employment history and reference checks
* Occupational Health clearance
* Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check
* Right to work in the UK
We reserve the right to close this advert early.
We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.
We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.
Person Specification:
Qualifications:
Essential:
* Educated to degree level.
* Computing related qualification.
Experience:
Essential:
* Comprehensive knowledge of SQL Language and SQL Server.
* Experience of working in information management and the use of information systems.
Desirable:
* Specialist knowledge and experience of business intelligence software both from a customer and technical viewpoint (particularly SharePoint and the Microsoft BI stack).
* Significant experience of working in Information Management in the NHS or Healthcare environment.
Skills & Knowledge:
Essential:
* Expert use of SQL.
* Logical and organised in approach, enthusiastic, team player.
* Highly skilled in collecting, extracting, and validating complex and sensitive data from a variety of computer systems.
* Highly skilled in understanding, interpreting, and responding appropriately to complex information requests, queries, and problems.
Desirable:
* Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of NHS data definitions, Acute and Community information, clinical terminology, and coding systems.
* Comprehensive knowledge and practical experience of Hospital systems such as PAS, ICS, and Encore.
Employer details:
Employer name:
Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust
Address:
Royal Cornwall Hospital
Treliske
Truro
TR1 3LJ
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