Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust
Job Summary
To provide the Trust with accurate, validated and consolidated data. Including the use of programming in Transact SQL (T-SQL) to extract data and facilitate data migration in a format that can be used for reporting purposes, or for other staff members within the Trust or external agencies.
To develop and document the new data warehouse to become the main source of patient information required for all the Trust’s reporting requirements.
To extract patient level data from the Trust’s information systems and manipulate it into a format that is helpful and accessible.
To participate in the development and implementation of the Trust’s information systems, and data quality programme.
To write and automate scripts in SQL. To document process for running automated scripts and train staff within the Contracts, Performance and Information team in these processes enabling them to run scripts as and when required without supervision.
To attend meetings and contribute to projects regarding information and data quality issues as directed by the Data Warehouse Manager.
Main duties of the job
To write advanced programs in SQL to create extracts and transform data into logical, structured formats for use by members of the EPR Programme for reporting and analytical purposes.
To analyse both simple and complex information requirements, design comprehensive solutions, and develop methods for their effective implementation, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
To develop, create, and maintain a suite of reports as directed by the Data Warehouse Manager that support the Trust’s operational and strategic objectives.
To develop and meticulously document automated processes for loading and maintaining the data warehouse and other systems, ensuring these processes can be easily maintained and operated by other team members.
To adapt, design, and enhance information systems to meet evolving specifications, adhering to best practices and quality standards.
To ensure that all activities are performed within the defined level of competence, proactively seeking guidance from managers/supervisors when necessary, and continually updating skills and knowledge in
To uphold confidentiality at all times, ensuring that sensitive information is handled with the utmost care and discretion, in line with Trust policies and procedures.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To write advanced programs in SQL to create extracts and transform data into logical, structured formats for use by members of the EPR Programme for reporting and analytical purposes.
To analyse both simple and complex information requirements, design comprehensive solutions, and develop methods for their effective implementation, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
To develop, create, and maintain a suite of reports as directed by the Data Warehouse Manager that support the Trust’s operational and strategic objectives.
To develop and meticulously document automated processes for loading and maintaining the data warehouse and other systems, ensuring these processes can be easily maintained and operated by other team members.
To adapt, design, and enhance information systems to meet evolving specifications, adhering to best practices and quality standards.
Regularly undertake rigorous testing and verification of coding and programming within the new data warehouse to ensure data accuracy, integrity, and reliability, implementing necessary corrections and improvements.
To provide and receive highly complex information, translating intricate IM&T issues into comprehensible terms for non-IM&T staff and suppliers, while conveying detailed IM&T information effectively within peer groups.
To actively participate in the development and implementation of the Trusts information systems and data quality programmes, identifying areas for improvement and proposing actionable solutions.
To contribute to the Trusts overarching data quality and completeness initiatives by writing sophisticated scripts that highlight and rectify data quality issues, ensuring data integrity across all systems.
To ensure that all activities are performed within the defined level of competence, proactively seeking guidance from managers/supervisors when necessary, and continually updating skills and knowledge in
line with the evolving demands of the role.
To uphold confidentiality at all times, ensuring that sensitive information is handled with the utmost care and discretion, in line with Trust policies and procedures.
Data Quality
To actively contribute to the Trust’s overarching data quality and completeness initiatives by developing and deploying advanced scripts that proactively identify, analyse, and resolve data quality issues. This involves leveraging sophisticated methodologies and tools to ensure data integrity, consistency, and reliability across all systems. The post-holder will also be responsible for documenting these processes comprehensively to facilitate seamless maintenance and operation by other team members.
Projects
To lead and support local projects, including system migration, integration of new information into the data warehouse, and the delivery of national datasets, ensuring project goals are met on time and within budget.
Environment
To maintain an environment conducive to high-quality work, predominantly home-based, but with a commitment to attend Trust sites (potentially County Hall or Hellesdon Hospital) for at least one day per week, and possibly more as the programme progresses.
Job Limitations
At no time should the post-holder work outside their defined level of competence. If the post-holder has concerns regarding this, they should immediately discuss them with their manager/ supervisor. All staff have a responsibility to inform those supervising their duties if they are not competent to perform a duty.
Confidentiality
In line with the Data Protection Act 1998, the post holder will be expected to maintain confidentiality in relation to personal and patient information, as outlined in the contract of employment. The post holder may access information only on a need-to-know basis in the direct discharge of duties and divulge information only in the proper course of duties.
Records Management
The post-holder has a legal responsibility to treat all records created, maintained, used or handled as part of their work within the organisation in confidence (even after an employee has left the organisation). They also have a duty to manage records in line with the organisations records management policy. Included in these are records relating to patient health, finance, personnel and administrative functions, whether paper based or electronic. All staff have a responsibility to consult their manager if they have any doubts about the correct management of the records with which they work.
Equal Opportunities
The post holder will be expected to comply with and promote the organisation’s Equal Opportunity Policy and avoid any behaviour which discriminates against colleagues, potential employees, patients/clients or their families on the grounds of sex, marital status, race, age, belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion, disability, sexual orientation or political opinion.
Health and Safety
The post holder is required to cooperate with the organisation to ensure health and safety duties and requirements are complied with. It is the post holders personal responsibility to conform to procedures, rules and codes of practice; and to use properly and conscientiously all safety equipment, devices, protective clothing and equipment which is fitted or made available, and to attend training courses as required. All staff have a responsibility to access Occupational Health and other support in times of need and advice.
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