Job summary Based in the centre of Bacup, Lancashire, we are a large GP training practice with a list size of approx.15,000 patients. We are looking for a hardworking, reliable, and well-motivated flexible person to join our busy Practice team who strives to ensure that our patients receive the best possible service from the Practice. The candidate will have total overall responsibility and management of the day-to-day functionality of the organisations data quality systems, IT systems, Qof and Quality Contracts. Main duties of the job Duties can include but are not limited to, Qof management lead, mentorship, training development of staff in relation to IT, Qof data quality, to support the Caldicott Guardian IG lead in relation to IT data quality, to be the Practice IT Digital lead and to support the management team in meeting Practice and CQC standards. Flexibility will be essential for this post. A background in Primary Care or Healthcare is desirable though not essential as training and support will be available for the right candidate. About us An exciting opportunity has arisen at Irwell Medical Practice for a highly capable and enthusiastic Data Quality Co-ordinator wishing to work in an innovative, supportive and rewarding environment. Based in the centre of Bacup within the Rossendale Valley and only 40 minutes from Central Manchester, Irwell Medical Practice is surrounded by beautiful unspoilt countryside, excellent Ofsted rated schools and boasts superb modern LIFT building facilities. With a list size of over 15,000 patients we are a large, high achieving Practice dedicated to providing high quality patient care. The Practice was awarded the overall rating of Outstanding by the CQC in November 2017 with specific mention in the Well-Led section. Date posted 30 December 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary £25,447 to £31,442 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number A2660-24-0006 Job locations Irwell Mill Rochdale Road Bacup Lancashire OL13 9NR Job description Job responsibilities Total overall responsibility and management of the day-to-day functionality of the organisations data quality systems, IT systems, Qof and Quality Contracts. Duties can include but are not limited to, Qof management lead, mentorship, training development of staff in relation to IT, Qof data quality, to support the Caldicott Guardian IG lead in relation to IT data quality, to be the Practice IT Digital lead and to support the management team in meeting Practice and CQC standards. The following are the core responsibilities of the Data Quality Co-Ordinator. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels: a. Total overall responsibility for Qof Quality Contract b. Chair monthly Qof Quality Contract Meetings providing an update on progress to the Partners Management Team c. To chair an annual update meeting on Qof Quality Contract to the Practice Team d. Train, mentor develop the Data Quality Administrator e. Support the Data Quality Administrator in the completion of Chronic Disease Recall system, bulk text messaging campaigns, importing/updating of templates, word documents clinical system f. Induction of all new starters with Qof data quality training g. Continual review of staff data quality feedback to staff with the support of the Management Team h. Develop a Qof training package for all GP trainees students i. Carry out regular data quality audits j. Support the Caldicott Guardian IG Lead for data audit purposes k. Support management team in the completion of the annual Data Security Protection Toolkit l. Support the Management Team with IT Digital Project management and implementing new systems m. Clinical system access audits n. To be aware of the Practices back-up and disaster recovery procedures and ensure these are followed within the Data Quality Team o. Ensure staff adhere to practice policies regarding IT security and ensuring conformance to Information Governance working closely with the IG Lead and Caldicott Guardian p. Build, generate and carry out searches as required by the organisation to enable reports to be produced and action plans devised q. Support the practice manager with all elements of the online patient access software and online consultations r. Assist the Administration Team with coding of all patient correspondence s. Support Trainees Students with clinical and quality improvement audits Job description Job responsibilities Total overall responsibility and management of the day-to-day functionality of the organisations data quality systems, IT systems, Qof and Quality Contracts. Duties can include but are not limited to, Qof management lead, mentorship, training development of staff in relation to IT, Qof data quality, to support the Caldicott Guardian IG lead in relation to IT data quality, to be the Practice IT Digital lead and to support the management team in meeting Practice and CQC standards. The following are the core responsibilities of the Data Quality Co-Ordinator. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels: a. Total overall responsibility for Qof Quality Contract b. Chair monthly Qof Quality Contract Meetings providing an update on progress to the Partners Management Team c. To chair an annual update meeting on Qof Quality Contract to the Practice Team d. Train, mentor develop the Data Quality Administrator e. Support the Data Quality Administrator in the completion of Chronic Disease Recall system, bulk text messaging campaigns, importing/updating of templates, word documents clinical system f. Induction of all new starters with Qof data quality training g. Continual review of staff data quality feedback to staff with the support of the Management Team h. Develop a Qof training package for all GP trainees students i. Carry out regular data quality audits j. Support the Caldicott Guardian IG Lead for data audit purposes k. Support management team in the completion of the annual Data Security Protection Toolkit l. Support the Management Team with IT Digital Project management and implementing new systems m. Clinical system access audits n. To be aware of the Practices back-up and disaster recovery procedures and ensure these are followed within the Data Quality Team o. Ensure staff adhere to practice policies regarding IT security and ensuring conformance to Information Governance working closely with the IG Lead and Caldicott Guardian p. Build, generate and carry out searches as required by the organisation to enable reports to be produced and action plans devised q. Support the practice manager with all elements of the online patient access software and online consultations r. Assist the Administration Team with coding of all patient correspondence s. Support Trainees Students with clinical and quality improvement audits Person Specification Experience Essential Experience of establishing effective office administrative systems Desirable Experience of working with the following: MS Server and Desktop operating systems, Windows, SAN Technology, Anti-virus products, network infrastructure appliances, firewalls Experience of working in a health care setting Experience of using EMIS Web, Docman, iPlato, AccuRx Skills Personal Qualities Essential Excellent communication skills (written and oral) Excellent IT skills Clear, polite telephone manner In-depth knowledge of Office and Outlook Effective time management (Planning & Organising) Ability to work as a team member and autonomously Good interpersonal skills Problem solving & analytical skills Ability to follow policy and procedure Polite and confident Flexible and cooperative Motivated Forward thinker High levels of integrity and loyalty Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations Ability to work under pressure Flexibility to work outside of core office hours Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check Qualifications Essential Educated to GCSE level or equivalent GCSE Mathematics & English (C or above) Desirable Degree in IT or related subject Person Specification Experience Essential Experience of establishing effective office administrative systems Desirable Experience of working with the following: MS Server and Desktop operating systems, Windows, SAN Technology, Anti-virus products, network infrastructure appliances, firewalls Experience of working in a health care setting Experience of using EMIS Web, Docman, iPlato, AccuRx Skills Personal Qualities Essential Excellent communication skills (written and oral) Excellent IT skills Clear, polite telephone manner In-depth knowledge of Office and Outlook Effective time management (Planning & Organising) Ability to work as a team member and autonomously Good interpersonal skills Problem solving & analytical skills Ability to follow policy and procedure Polite and confident Flexible and cooperative Motivated Forward thinker High levels of integrity and loyalty Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations Ability to work under pressure Flexibility to work outside of core office hours Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check Qualifications Essential Educated to GCSE level or equivalent GCSE Mathematics & English (C or above) Desirable Degree in IT or related subject 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. Employer details Employer name Irwell Medical Practice Address Irwell Mill Rochdale Road Bacup Lancashire OL13 9NR Employer's website https://irwellmedicalpractice.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)