Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a part time Cardiothoracic Audit Facilitator to join our unique Cardiothoracic Audit Team.
We are looking for a positive and motivated person with an eye for detail to join our successful candidate is required to demonstrate the Trust values, the responsibilities of the job description and person specification. In particular you should have:Previous experience of working within the NHS and knowledge of current IT systems and databases would be beneficial.
The main purpose of this post is to collect and input data relating to the management of patients admitted to this Trust with Acute Coronary Syndromes. The post holder will be responsible for the validation and submission of mandatory data to the National Institute for Cardiovascular Outcomes Research (NICOR) audit, using the Myocardial Ischaemia National Audit Project (MINAP) dataset, for every patient that is admitted with or develops myocardial ischaemia during their hospital stay. The post holder will be expected to collate all the patient specific data in a timely fashion, ensuring the department meets all reporting and outcome deadlines.
This post is for internal candidates to South Tees Trust. If you are not currently working within the trust your application will not be reviewed and automatically rejected at shortlisting stage. Please be aware of this when submitting your application.
Main duties of the job
1. To validate and submit mandatory MINAP data to the NICOR registry on every patient who presents with or develops Acute Coronary Syndrome
2. To undertake the collection and recording of MINAP data on NICOR registry using patient notes and electronic systems. Ensure this takes place in an accurate and timely fashion, liaising with clinical and administrative staff to collate information and resolve queries
3. To transcribe data onto MINAP data collection forms (paper or electronic) as required, with the ability to learn to interpret clinical data and test results to complete data collection forms accurately
4. To manage own time to ensure that all work is completed within a timely fashion to meet deadlines. This will involve frequent prolonged periods of concentration, with attention to detail and independent working
5. To undertake training in the use of NICOR and other computer systems.
6. To respond appropriately to data requests, both regular and ad-hoc, received from within the Trust and externally; to prioritise these requests and to organise work schedule to accommodate them
7. To ensure response complies with current Data Protection legislation and is in line with the Trust's data protection and Caldicott Awareness strategy
8. Always demonstrates the trust Values and Behaviours
9. To adopt a flexible attitude dependant on the needs of the Collaborative and in keeping with the general profile of the post
About us
Leadership and Improvement Training
South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust offers leadership and improvement training to all new staff. This training programme has been designed to support our staff in developing their understanding of leadership and management skills. You will be expected to attend the following training sessions.
Your Leadership Impact
Leading Your Team to Success
Service Improvement for Beginners
Developing your Service Improvement Skills
The leadership and improvement programme aims to:
10. Explore leadership within the NHS
11. Promote Trust values and behaviours
12. Develop your leadership effectiveness and skills
13. Equip you with the necessary knowledge and skills to lead and complete service improvements within the scope of your role.
After you complete these three and a half days of training you will be able to explore further leadership and improvement training opportunities. We also offer further in-house courses and bitesize programmes through our Leadership and Improvement Team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) for main responsibilities of the role.
Person Specification
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
Essential
14. Knowledge of information governance and data protection requirements
15. Knowledge of administrative procedures or of having been responsible for administration
16. Advanced skills in the main Microsoft Office applications: Outlook, Word, Excel
17. Good organisational skills with good time management
18. Possess good and accurate attention to detail
19. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Desirable
20. Clinical audit experience
21. Understanding of MINAP, ICNARC, CCMDS Audits and NICOR
22. ECDL or equivalent
23. Background of working in cardiology or cardiothoracic surgical division
24. Medical terminology
25. Experience in data validation
QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential
26. Level 2 Maths/English
27. Educated to a Diploma level or NVQ level 4 or equivalent knowledge and skills gained through any combination of alternative study or employment (secretarial / administrative / or work experience involving use of large IT applications)
Desirable
28. Attendance at foundation improvement training and the new and aspiring leaders' program or complete within first year of role
EXPERIENCE
Essential
29. Experience of working within an NHS setting
30. Experience of dealing with confidential and sensitive data and appropriate maintenance and storage of records
Desirable
31. Previous experience of data input
32. Experience of working with medical or clinical teams
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Essential
33. Excellent verbal and written communications
34. Ability to work independently and as part of a team
35. Excellent time management and prioritisation skills with the ability to plan to meet tight deadlines
36. Positive attitude and flexible approach to working
37. Highly organised
38. Self-motivated with the ability to motivate and engage others
Desirable
39. Ability to concentrate on a given task for a prolonged period