Data Analyst

Job summary

The post holder will be responsible for providing top quality outputs from existing and new data sources in the form of reporting, dashboards and user accessed tools. The post holder will be responsible for the design, development, implementation, and support of key intelligence tools (e.g. Power BI).

The post holder is required to use a range of descriptive and analytical statistical techniques, including the use of formulae in excel spreadsheets several times a month. There will also be a requirement to influence managers and clinicians using narrative and graphic tools that explain the data and its consequences.

The post holder will provide effective assurance performance reporting to both internal and external stakeholders, this will include flagging areas of recognition or concern ensuring that there is a robust process of validation and reporting in line with defined and agreed timescales.

The postholder will provide performance support to colleagues across operational and corporate services to maintain compliance with achievement of all key targets whether externally or internally set.

The post holder will be expected to effectively and openly engage and exchange information on their work with other colleagues in the Contracts Performance and CQUIN Team to promote joined up work and sharing of best practice.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will have expert technical specialist knowledge of information systems, including indepth knowledge of NHS data definitions, clinical terminology, and coding systems. Thisincludes a thorough understanding of the current issues facing the NHS and the role of information in this context.

The postholder will have expert skills in complex data extraction from the Trust's information databases including the use of structured query programming language (SQL) and manipulation of complex data sets from the Business Intelligence warehouse, using skills at an advanced level of expertise.

The postholder will have knowledge of statistical techniques. The post holder will ensure a robust process of validation and reporting in line with defined and agreed timescales.

o The post holder will lead for their area of responsibility in the development and delivery of a suite of timely and accurate performance reports for all levels of the organisation as directed by the Performance Manager. This includes working directly with managers and clinicians to ensure processes are in place to ensure appropriate methods of data capture and information reporting.

o The post holder will present performance information appropriate to the intended audience and proactively support the delivery of targets through targeted action planning and development of improvement trajectories.

About us

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.

We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.

We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/

To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:

https://workwithrdash.co.uk/

We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:

https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q

The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:

https://ptracaccpublic.blob.core.windows.net/docs-employer/340/2515/Main_Terms_and_Conditions.pdf