Senior Information Analyst, Band 6 (x2)
Join us at an exciting time for Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust! We have an ambitious plan for our journey to Outstanding and are looking for aspirational, committed individuals to join us, making a real difference to both staff and patients.
As a former winner of England for excellence award: Tourism destination of the year, the beautiful city of Gloucester and the scenic regency spa town of Cheltenham are fantastic places to work and live.
As a hospital Trust we are currently involved in over 100 clinical trials and studies, whilst also providing acute elective and specialist services to a population of over 620,000.
By joining Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust new colleagues can look forward to a warm welcome and a future full of opportunities and support.
Job overview
Join a team dedicated to making a difference in patient care during a pivotal time for healthcare. Be part of our dynamic and skilled Business Intelligence team, driving meaningful change at Gloucestershire Hospitals through insightful data analysis that empowers evidence-based decisions.Together, we will ensure the Trust is data-led in tackling today's NHS challenges.
We are looking for two Senior Information Analysts to play a crucial role in delivering clear, accurate, and concise information that supports the Trust's business and clinical functions. By analysing and interpreting complex data sets, you will produce high-quality management information for senior managers and clinical staff while offering expertise on specialised information issues.
You will be instrumental in maintaining, developing, and enhancing reporting systems, particularly in areas like contracting and performance monitoring, ensuring timely and accurate local and national data submissions. Building and sustaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders at all levels is a key aspect of this role.
Additionally, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the development and mentorship of other team members, fostering growth and collaboration within the team. We offer hybrid working arrangements following a qualifying period, providing flexibility alongside this impactful role with a friendly and supportive team.
Hybrid working arrangements accessible after a qualifying period
Main duties of the job
The Business Intelligence Unit is responsible for providing information analysis to the Trust's directorates as well as providing expertise in support of the Trust's billing processes. The post holder primarily has responsibility for the development and provision of information to the Trust and its external agencies.This encompasses activity at both Acute and Community sites within the county and covers reporting on activity to ICBs and other commissioners in order to ensure that the Trust receives appropriate income. The post holder provides information analysis and expertise to senior clinical and managerial colleagues both within and outside the Trust.
In addition, this includes the provision of performance monitoring reports and Statutory returns to external agencies including Integrated Care Boards (ICB), Clinical Support Units (CSUs), Local Health Boards (Wales), NHS England and other external stakeholders.The team also provides expert advice to senior clinical and managerial colleagues within and outside the Trust on contracting and performance monitoring issues. The post holder is a member of the relevant Clinical Boards (attended by Consultants, General Managers, senior nursing and other clinical staff), and other equivalent meetings.
Working for our organisation
The Business Intelligence team plays a vital role in supporting the clinical divisions within the Trust by delivering comprehensive analysis and expert insights. Through operational intelligence, benchmarking activities, and strategic support for the Trust's savings plans, the team ensures data-driven decision-making that enhances efficiency and effectiveness across the organisation.As part of the Information Management and Technology (IM&T) Directorate within the Corporate Division, Business Intelligence is central to shaping the Trust's operational and clinical strategies.
We take pride in placing people at the centre of everything we do, working together as a united team. Driven by a shared ambition to continually grow, develop, and learn, we recognise and value every contribution. By combining our experience and skills, we not only support our vibrant, diverse communities, but also support one another.As a Trust with over 9,000 employees, we are proud to be the largest employer in Gloucestershire and rank among the top 10 largest Trusts in the South West region. By joining our Trust, you will benefit from an excellent package that includes exclusive benefits, flexible working opportunities and the chance to gain valuable experience in one of our innovative hospitals.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Responsible for the development, preparation and maintenance of high quality analytical reports from clinical systems to support the Trust in performance management, clinical and operational processes.
Please see detailed job description attached.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria- Bachelor Degree or equivalent educational level
Experience
Essential criteria- Ability and experience to present information with a high level of accuracy to a wide range of audiences both verbally and electronically (e.g. charts graphs, reports, scorecards, tables, dashboards etc.)
- An analytical mindset and ability to explain trends and themes in data.
- Good understanding of the importance of data quality
- Ability to challenge and manage user expectations
- The ability to exercise own initiative and work independently to achieve objectives and deadlines.
- Good understanding of patient pathways
Knowledge & Skills
Essential criteria- Excellent communication skills
- Intermediate knowledge and highly skilled in the use of MS Excel.
- Basic knowledge and understanding of NHS Data Dictionary including datasets, data standards and data modelling concepts
- Excellent problem solving skills to the development of advanced analytical methodologies.
- Intermediate SQL, Analytics and IT skills.
The health and wellbeing of our staff and patients remains the priority of the Trust. Vaccination remains the best chance we have of conquering COVID and the Trust encourages everyone to take up this offer.
Please note, this vacancy may close as soon as sufficient applications have been received, so please apply as soon as possible if you are interested. The Recruitment Team are unable to accept any applications after the position has closed on NHS Jobs.
Committed to safeguarding our community
If applicable for the post, all successful candidates will be required to pay for their own Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The cost will be £29 (standard checks) or £46 (enhanced checks), and will be recovered through two instalments from the candidate's salary.Please contact [email protected] for further information.
The Trust is a safeguarding employer committed to the safeguarding and promotion of welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The Trust is committed to safe recruitment practices to protect children and vulnerable adults, and any appointment will be subject to satisfactory clearance.As part of the organisation's commitment to Safer Recruitment, candidates may request copies of relevant policies and procedures by contacting the Recruitment Team at [email protected]
Committed to supporting service personnel
As part of our commitment to support Service Personnel, Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, in collaboration with the Career Transition Partnership, offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for all qualifying Service and Ex-Service Personnel.To qualify for a guaranteed interview, candidates must meet the essential criteria for the post and be either a current member of the Armed Forces, or be within the two year period of resettlement. If this applies to you please email the job reference number and your AR number to the Recruitment Team at [email protected]
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