Job summary
We are looking for a Senior Divisional and CPG Analyst (Band 7) to provide high-level analytical support for both the Surgery division and the Clinical Pathway Groups (CPG).
This role is crucial for ensuring accurate, timely analytics that drive decision-making across the Trust.
The successful candidate will oversee the integration of CPG analytics into divisional reporting and support Surgery's complex data needs, including theatre data.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to key trust initiatives while optimising analytical processes and outcomes.
Main duties of the job
* Provide comprehensive analytical support to the Surgery division, with a focus on theatre data and divisional reporting.
* Lead the integration of Clinical Pathway Group (CPG) analytics into divisional analysis, ensuring high data integrity and accurate reporting.
* Develop, interpret, and present complex datasets to support decision-making processes across Surgery and CPG programs.
* Collaborate with clinical and operational teams to identify data needs and provide timely, actionable insights.
* Ensure that all reporting meets internal and external audit requirements, maintaining a high standard of data accuracy.
* Act as a key liaison between the BI team and divisional leadership, supporting strategy through data-driven analysis.
* Drive improvements in the trust's analytical capabilities by contributing to system enhancements and best practices.
About us
With a new hospital planned for Watford and work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital, this is an exciting time to join us.
We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imaging models of care, working ever more closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare.
Staff wellbeing and development are a priority at our Trust, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience.
Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others.
At West Herts we offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly.
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Date posted: 25 March 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 7
Salary: £48,270 to £54,931 a year inc. HCA
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number: C9360-25-0189
Job locations: Watford General Hospital, Watford, WD18 0HB
Job responsibilities
* The role involves managing and delivering high-quality analytics for the Surgery division, ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of complex data, particularly theatre data.
* You will oversee the integration of CPG analytics into divisional reporting, supporting pathway analysis and decision-making.
* Collaboration with clinical, operational, and divisional stakeholders is key, providing data-driven insights to support improvements.
* You will ensure compliance with reporting standards, meeting audit requirements, and present complex data in clear formats to non-technical stakeholders.
* Additionally, you will identify trends and risks to support divisional strategies, while continuously enhancing the BI team's analytical tools and processes.
* You will also act as the primary contact for all analytics queries within the Surgery division and relevant CPG programs.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
* Graduate or equivalent qualification or experience
Desirable
* Evidence of further learning.
Knowledge
Essential
* High level complex statistical analysis skills, including time trends, standardisation and benchmarking
* High level of database skills, including SQL/Visual Basic code, relational database design, querying, and reporting functions
* High level of software skills, including Excel statistical functions, pivot tables, complex linkages, referential look-up and algorithm writing
* Comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.
* Comprehensive understanding of the Data Protection Act and Freedom of Information Act.
* Technical knowledge sufficient to work closely with technical staff.
* Good understanding of the importance of data quality in the business process.
* Understanding of the NHS commissioning process.
Desirable
* Local and National IM&T strategies.
* NHS Guidance and Legislation.
* Proven track record of project management.
Experience
Essential
* Experience in a senior information analysis role.
* Ability to work effectively with Clinicians and Board level executives
* Ability to work effectively with senior professional staff.
* Track record of problem solving and innovation
* Understanding of data flows within the NHS
Desirable
* Experience of implementing successful projects
* Experience of training and supervising staff in an information environment
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.
Employer details
Employer name: West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Address: Watford General Hospital, Watford, WD18 0HB
Employer's website: http://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk
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