Job summary
We currently have vacancies for twoBand 5 Data Quality Assurance Analysts. This is a unique and rewardingopportunity within the Data Quality Assurance Department, at South Tyneside andSunderland NHS Foundation Trust.
The ideal candidate will possess:
A strong understanding of the significance of data quality.
The ability to investigate and analyse data effectively.
Knowledge of the NHS Data Dictionary, including data sets and standards.
An understanding of patient pathways.
Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel.
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Our department is committed toenhancing data capture processes, improving reporting accuracy, and ensuringdata integrity and governance. We are seeking a proactive problem solver with astrong work ethic, who is enthusiastic, able to multi-task, work independently,and eager to learn and apply new skills.
A solid educational background is required, with a Level 4 qualification or equivalent experience in advanced Excel use for data storage, organisation and reporting. Experience with the Trust's Meditech V6 system and a basic understanding of SQL is beneficial but not mandatory, as training will be provided.
In return, you will gain valuable experience in NHSData Quality, working within a dynamic and engaging team, committed topromoting high-quality care and patient safety.
Main duties of the job
hoursper week
The successful candidate will be instrumental inanalysing and monitoring complex data to enhance efficiency and resolve dataquality issues. This role involves close collaboration with key stakeholders,services, and staff to ensure the accuracy, completeness, consistency, andreliability of data across the Trust's clinical systems. Additionally, the roleincludes ensuring seamless processes between Information Services and DataQuality Assurance, particularly regarding statutory returns and external submissions.The post holder will also be responsible for identifying and addressing dataquality concerns to not only support clinical functions but also to ensureaccurate service reporting and billing
About us
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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.
We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy.
The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements. The Trust will not accept applications which are found to be AI generated.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Toensure that the provision of information in the form of reports, dashboards,datasets and statutory returns as appropriate meets the requirements of serviceusers both internal and external
Tooptimise the use of technology within service provision
Analysisof data in order to produce reports, presentation materials and graphical dataanalysis materials
Manageand produce a robust data assurance audit cycle on all statutory returnsproduced by STSFT
Manipulationof data using spreadsheets and analytical tools
Compilationof standard reports and returns for the Trust Boards and NHS regional andnational bodies
Liaisonwith Trust staff at STSFT to satisfy individual data extraction and analysisrequirements
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Please note the Trust are not able to offer SkilledWorker Sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the UKVI thresholdrequirements. Applicants are requestedto consider this when making their application.Please visit for further information
Person Specification
Personal qualities
Essential
1. Problem solving abilities.
2. Ability to work to tight deadlines and on own initiative.
3. Proven ability to communicate effectively at all levels
Desirable
4. Experience of Training.
Qualifications
Essential
5. Level 4 qualification or equivalent experience in the advanced use of Microsoft Excel to store, order and report information.
Desirable
6. Knowledge of NHS IM&T Strategy and NHS Performance Agenda
7. Knowledge of Trust PAS Systems
8. Understanding of NHS Data Dictionary and Data Manual
9. Training in the use of analysis software, such as excel, SQL or other data analysis packages
10. Understanding of the information requirements of the NHS
Experience
Essential
11. Experience of working in an Information Management setting.
12. Experience of communicating ideas and gathering user information requirements.
13. Experience of producing reports, graphs and presentation materials for management.
Desirable
14. NHS experience
15. Project management experience
16. Supervisory experience
Skills
Essential
17. Understanding of IM&T Security and Data Protection
18. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate complex analysis to non-analytical professionals.
19. Extraction, analysis and presentation skills ( Excel)
20. Experience of other Microsoft Office applications.
21. Understanding of data administration best practice
Desirable
22. SQL skills
Attitude
Essential
23. Methodical and process orientated
24. Analytical approach
25. Team worker
26. Positive attitude towards change and improvement.
27. Diligent approach to process control.