Job summary
The post holder will be responsible for the comprehensive validation of patient pathways in support of the Referral To Treatment (RTT) waiting times in accordance with Department of Health RTT guidelines.
The RTT validator will be required to train staff in the recording of 18 week outcomes and monitor performance, escalating issues to the Division as appropriate where there is a need for improvement.
The post holder will also contribute to the analysis of business intelligence reports.
Previous applicants need not apply.
Main duties of the job
1. To have a detailed knowledge and understanding of National guidance, Trust operational processes, practices and protocols around 18 week pathway rules and RTT measurement.
2. To extract, analyse and interpret clinical information from case notes and other relevant sources using in-depth knowledge of medical pathways to assess 18 week date compliance.
3. To ensure all patients on an 18 week pathway have accurate and appropriate clock start and pathway information.
4. Act as first point of contact for external queries for all 18 week patient pathway information.
5. Ensure audit data is collected at referral; liaise with relevant staff to resolve any data quality problems to ensure 18 week data compliance is accurately recorded for all patients on an active 18 week pathway, at regular intervals.
6. To escalate 18 week breaches and ensure that this information is accurately documented.
7. Assist with routine data quality checks according to the Information Services team needs.
8. Assist in maintaining routine procedures to monitor and improve 18 week data collection.
9. To support staff in their understanding and application of the 18 week pathway.
10. Any other duties/ responsibilities as delegated by the manager as deemed appropriate to the role.
To e
About us
At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are:
-
Outstanding Patient Care
-
Brilliant Place to work
-
Leaders in Children's Health
We work successfully with local, regional, and national partners to provide physical and mental healthcare across acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are amongst the best in their field, recognised nationally and internationally for their expertise.
As well as having enormous pride in what we do, we are a friendly, welcoming, and motivated NHS Trust who are guided by our CARE values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. Our nearly 4000 colleagues live these values, ensuring kind and compassionate care that makes patients and their families feel safe and at home.
As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we remain committed to enhancing our reputation in children's health leadership, improving the experiences of both patient and colleagues, and focusing on our communities and population health.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be responsible for the comprehensive validation of inpatient and outpatient pathways in support of the Referral To Treatment (RTT) waiting times in accordance with Department of Health RTT guidelines.
RTT validators will be required to train staff in the recording of 18 week outcomes and monitor performance, escalating issues to Divisions as appropriate where there is a need for improvement.
The post holder will also contribute to the analysis of business intelligence reports and will create reports for analysis through accessing data and importing into Excel and other databases.
Main Duties/Responsibilities
To have a detailed knowledge and understanding of National guidance, Trust operational processes, practices and protocols around 18 week pathway rules and RTT measurement.
To extract, analyse and interpret clinical information from case notes and other relevant sources using in-depth knowledge of patient pathways to assess 18 week date compliance.
To ensure all patients on an 18 week pathway have accurate and appropriate clock start and pathway information.
Act as first point of contact for external queries for all 18 week patient pathway information.
Ensure audit data is collected at referral; liaise with relevant staff to resolve any data quality problems to ensure 18 week data compliance is accurately recorded for all patients on an active 18 week pathway, at regular intervals.
To escalate 18 week breaches and ensure that this information is accurately documented.
Assist with routine data quality checks according to the Information Services team needs.
Assist in maintaining routine procedures to monitor and improve 18 week data collection.
To support staff in their understanding and application of the 18 week pathway.
Any other duties/ responsibilities as delegated by the manager as deemed appropriate to the role.
Inclusive Recruitment & Selection
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and accurate data capture is an important part of that to ensure we are supportive and representative. Our aim is to ensure that all applicants can see themselves in the available categories on our application form, but we recognise that some of our data capture fields are not inclusive. We have flagged this with our system provider to ask for change.
We offer encouragement and active support to applicants with additional needs, including those from ethnic minorities, with disabilities and members of the LGBTQ+ community. If you wish to adjust any aspect of the recruitment process or wish to find out more about our recruitment & selection processes, please get in touch with our Recruitment Manager: Catherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net
We are continually reviewing our recruitment & selection process to support the long-term aim of Sheffield Childrens being a champion of Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion. If you have any ideas for improvement, please get in touch with Catherine Gilbert at Catherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net
Trust Values
The Trust is committed to providing great quality patient care and keep children, young people and families at the heart of what we do by following our CARE values:
- Compassion leading by kindness and showing empathy, understanding and respect
- Accountability striving to do the right thing and owning responsibility
- Respect value differences, tackling inequality and fostering a culture of inclusion
- Excellence delivering a high-quality standard of care
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be responsible for the comprehensive validation of inpatient and outpatient pathways in support of the Referral To Treatment (RTT) waiting times in accordance with Department of Health RTT guidelines.
RTT validators will be required to train staff in the recording of 18 week outcomes and monitor performance, escalating issues to Divisions as appropriate where there is a need for improvement.
The post holder will also contribute to the analysis of business intelligence reports and will create reports for analysis through accessing data and importing into Excel and other databases.
Main Duties/Responsibilities
To have a detailed knowledge and understanding of National guidance, Trust operational processes, practices and protocols around 18 week pathway rules and RTT measurement.
To extract, analyse and interpret clinical information from case notes and other relevant sources using in-depth knowledge of patient pathways to assess 18 week date compliance.
To ensure all patients on an 18 week pathway have accurate and appropriate clock start and pathway information.
Act as first point of contact for external queries for all 18 week patient pathway information.
Ensure audit data is collected at referral; liaise with relevant staff to resolve any data quality problems to ensure 18 week data compliance is accurately recorded for all patients on an active 18 week pathway, at regular intervals.
To escalate 18 week breaches and ensure that this information is accurately documented.
Assist with routine data quality checks according to the Information Services team needs.
Assist in maintaining routine procedures to monitor and improve 18 week data collection.
To support staff in their understanding and application of the 18 week pathway.
Any other duties/ responsibilities as delegated by the manager as deemed appropriate to the role.
Inclusive Recruitment & Selection
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and accurate data capture is an important part of that to ensure we are supportive and representative. Our aim is to ensure that all applicants can see themselves in the available categories on our application form, but we recognise that some of our data capture fields are not inclusive. We have flagged this with our system provider to ask for change.
We offer encouragement and active support to applicants with additional needs, including those from ethnic minorities, with disabilities and members of the LGBTQ+ community. If you wish to adjust any aspect of the recruitment process or wish to find out more about our recruitment & selection processes, please get in touch with our Recruitment Manager: Catherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net
We are continually reviewing our recruitment & selection process to support the long-term aim of Sheffield Childrens being a champion of Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion. If you have any ideas for improvement, please get in touch with Catherine Gilbert at Catherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net
Trust Values
The Trust is committed to providing great quality patient care and keep children, young people and families at the heart of what we do by following our CARE values:
- Compassion leading by kindness and showing empathy, understanding and respect
- Accountability striving to do the right thing and owning responsibility
- Respect value differences, tackling inequality and fostering a culture of inclusion
- Excellence delivering a high-quality standard of care
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good standard of education to include GCSE English and Maths (Level C or equivalent).
Desirable
- NVQ III in Business Administration or equivalent knowledge and skills
Experience
Essential
- Experience of data input, data analysis and interpretation and business intelligence systems
Desirable
- Previous significant NHS Experience (e.g. waiting list or outpatient) and knowledge of healthcare administrative systems and processes
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- IT literate- standard keyboard skills with experience of using a range of IT applications. Including Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and using PAS system
- Knowledge of patient confidentiality
- Ability to prioritise workload and work to deadlines.
- Ability to record and/or pass on accurate information
- Ability to work on own initiative sometimes working under pressure and without direct supervision. Ability to make decisions but is aware when to seek advice.
Desirable
- Understanding of 18-week target and associated rules
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Communicate effectively with colleagues at all levels and disciplines. Excellent inter-personal and communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Recognise own role and works effectively as part of a team
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good standard of education to include GCSE English and Maths (Level C or equivalent).
Desirable
- NVQ III in Business Administration or equivalent knowledge and skills
Experience
Essential
- Experience of data input, data analysis and interpretation and business intelligence systems
Desirable
- Previous significant NHS Experience (e.g. waiting list or outpatient) and knowledge of healthcare administrative systems and processes
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- IT literate- standard keyboard skills with experience of using a range of IT applications. Including Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and using PAS system
- Knowledge of patient confidentiality
- Ability to prioritise workload and work to deadlines.
- Ability to record and/or pass on accurate information
- Ability to work on own initiative sometimes working under pressure and without direct supervision. Ability to make decisions but is aware when to seek advice.
Desirable
- Understanding of 18-week target and associated rules
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Communicate effectively with colleagues at all levels and disciplines. Excellent inter-personal and communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Recognise own role and works effectively as part of a team
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.
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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
