The Clinical Audit and Regulatory Compliance department is seeking to appoint a dynamic and self-motivated Clinical Audit Facilitator to work within a small and friendly team. Primarily working at Tunbridge Wells Hospital; there will be the occasional requirement to work cross-site. This is a full-time position (37.5 hours per week).
This position is well suited to an organised and confident individual who is looking to advance their career in the NHS, and be part of a thriving and supportive team that works closely with clinical specialties and healthcare professionals at all levels to drive clinical effectiveness and promote quality improvements for patients.
We are looking for enthusiastic candidates with excellent written and verbal communication skills, dedication and the ability to handle sensitive issues with diplomacy. An understanding of the NHS is essential, plus proven experience of using Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint. You will need to show past experience of working with data, and the ability to manage workload in a busy and dynamic environment. Key attributes for this post include being highly organised, reliable; have a keen eye for detail and high levels of accuracy, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
The Clinical Audit Facilitator duties include supporting and facilitating the clinical audit programmes for a division, providing both technical and administrative advice and support to health professionals in the development and implementation of clinical audit projects.
You will need to have excellent IT skills using Microsoft; word, excel, power point and be familiar with database and designing data collection forms. The role involves communication with staff and clinicians at all levels both internal and external to the trust. Experience of clinical audit or data management within a healthcare setting will be an advantage.
If you have a passion for quality improvement, enjoy a challenge and want to assist clinical staff to make improvements to patient care then this could be the job for you.
The Clinical Audit and Regulatory Compliance department is a small friendly team working cross-site which specialises in enabling and supporting Directorates to develop successful clinical audit programmes which lead to quality improvement in the care and outcomes of the Trust's patients.
The Clinical Audit department's aim is to promote and encourage engagement in clinical audits, service evaluations and QIPs whilst keeping the Trust vision of “Exceptional people, outstanding care” as a focus for our efforts.
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust ranks among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and was named the second-best Trust to work for in the South East in the 2023 NHS Staff Survey.
We are a large acute hospital trust in south-east England, providing general hospital services and specialist care to around 600,000 residents in West Kent and East Sussex. With a dedicated team of over 8,000 staff we are proud to offer specialised cancer services to over two million people through the Kent Oncology Centre.
Fordcombe Hospital, near Tunbridge Wells, became part of the Trust in October 2024. Specialising in planned care, it offers two operating theatres, 28 inpatient and day-care beds, diagnostic services (X-ray, MRI, CT, and endoscopy), and consultation/treatment rooms.
Looking for flexible working?
We are a flexible working-friendly organisation. Whether it’s adjusting your hours or exploring other flexible arrangements, we want to work with you to find the best solution for you, our patients, and the Trust. Talk to us about how we can accommodate your working needs.
Joining us includes a comprehensive benefits package:
• At least 27 days of annual leave plus public/bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff).
• Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme, with a 20.6% employer contribution and life assurance benefits
• Blue Light card eligibility
• And more, additional benefits can be found in the benefits documents below
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Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.
At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.
We support our staff with disabilities to ensure they have the adjustments they need to be the best they can be in the workplace. Collaborating with Access to Work means that our staff are assessed by experts in the workplace and we ensure that their recommendations are implemented as quickly as possible. You can find out more here: Access to Work: get support if you have a disability or health condition: What Access to Work is - GOV.UK (
Interview Date: 12th February 2025
Please note that this role may often attract a high level of applications. Please note this role may close earlier than the original closing date so please ensure you submit your application as soon as possible.
This advert closes on Friday 31 Jan 2025