Job summary

The Quality and Patient Safety Analyst is required to work within the corporate patient safety team to

1) support good data quality and completeness within source systems,

2) work with Performance and Digital Services colleagues to ensure data flows into Trust data warehouses,

3) to develop reporting solutions, both regular and ad-hoc, for the Quality & Patient safety team, and relevant staff within divisions,

4) to support wider reporting of Quality data including month-end Performance to Trust committees and Trust Board, and external returns.

Main duties of the job

Job Purpose:

The Quality and Safety Analyst:

Interprets complex data from source systems and develops data structures to support reporting. Manages own workload with minimal supervision. Works cooperatively within the corporate Patient Safety Team to support and maintain and enhance existing reporting, including time-critical and ad hoc requirements. Works independently on the development and innovation of new reporting solutions. Leads on the supervision of data and reporting processes. Acts independently in the troubleshooting and rectification of any issues. Uses a good understanding of NHS reporting to deliver both nationally prescribed and locally agreed requirements in the hospital Trust. Is able to use a flexible approach to absorb unplanned reporting tasks.

About us

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and Person Specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

"Previous applicants need not apply"

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

Educated to degree level or equivalent relevant experience Evidence of CPD GSCE O level or equivalent in Maths at Grade C or above

Desirable

Formal data analysis qualification

Skills and abilities

Essential

The ability to analyse, model and interpret data Proficiency in Microsoft Windows and Office, especially Excel Proficient in analytical and numerical skills to present complex information appropriately Proven problem solving skills - ability to review processes and systems, and develop solutions to resolve issues Clear and effective presentation skills, both oral and written A high level of IT and mathematical skills Logical and creative thinking skills The ability to define goals, act and plan independently to ensure achievement of deadlines Proven ability and interest in quickly acquiring new skills and understanding new systems Interpersonal skills Team working skills Written and verbal communication skills Standard keyboard skills

Desirable

Understanding of NHS data flows, patient activity information, statutory data requirements and data definitions, and their implementation in a comparable working environment

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

Operational experience of data extraction from digital systems, conducting comprehensive data analyses and supporting the interpretation of results in clear and meaningful reports Experience of communicating and presenting data in a range of easy-to-understand formats, to a range of staff Knowledge of data quality standards and improvement strategies Experience of working with multi-disciplinary teams and managers Experience in using MS software , Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook/Access and data processing applications

Desirable

Experience of using incident reporting and risk management systems Knowledge of the NHS and of hospital Patient Administration Systems Experience of communicating and presenting data in a range of easy-to-understand formats to patients/families/carers and local communities

Aptitudes

Essential

Agile approach to achieve deliverables A methodical and logical approach Accuracy and attention to detail To embrace change and have a positive 'can-do' attitude Able to work independently or as part of a team Able to prioritise own workload effectively Flexible and adaptable to respond to changes to allocated work when required, to support Trust priorities