Data Analyst

Role overview

The Data Analyst will use strong analytical and technical expertise to help shape strategy and deliver key organisational priorities. The focus of the role may change over time, but current priorities include safer staffing, reducing restrictive interventions, membership, volunteering, infection prevention and control, and patient safety.

What you will do

• Apply a range of analytical approaches to prepare, assess, and interpret data, turning raw information into insights that can be used in presentations and decision-making.
• Work confidently with information systems and bring specialist knowledge of NHS data definitions, clinical terminology, and coding frameworks, alongside an understanding of the wider information challenges affecting the NHS.
• Carry out advanced data extraction from the Trust’s information databases, including SQL-based querying and manipulation of complex datasets from the Business Intelligence warehouse.
• Use statistical methods appropriately and make sure data is checked, validated, and reported accurately within agreed deadlines.
• Take responsibility for developing and delivering timely, accurate performance reports across the organisation as directed by the Performance Manager.
• Work closely with managers and clinicians to ensure the right processes are in place for accurate data collection and effective information reporting.
• Present performance data in a way that suits the audience and support target delivery through action planning and development of improvement trajectories.

About the organisation

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust employs about 4,000 colleagues who are valued, respected, and appreciated. The Trust provides services across mental health, physical health, learning disability, and drug and alcohol care.

The organisation is focused on improving service quality and attracting people who share its commitment to first-class care and its vision and values. It also highlights an emphasis on inclusive culture and allyship.

Additional information

The Trust’s strategy for 2023 to 2028 is available for review, along with more information about working there and the benefits offered. The main terms and conditions of service are set out in the employer’s published terms and conditions document.

For informal enquiries, contact Jim Cooper, Deputy Chief Nurse, at [email protected] or 07789932905.