Job summary
- Main area
- Cardiology Audit
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 3
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 358-6377754-RRCV
- Employer
- University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Glenfield Hospital
- Town
- Glenfield
- Salary
- £22,816 - £24,336 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 11/07/2024 23:59
Employer heading
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Audit and Performance Officer
NHS AfC: Band 3
We are actively promoting flexible working options, helping you to manage a work / life balance
Job overview
Job overview
Are you looking for a different and challenging role within UHL, do you have an eye for detail and accuracy? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and motivated individual to join the small but invaluable team in the Cardiology Audit Dept.
The successful applicant will collect, retrieve, and enter patient data from a variety of sources in order to facilitate audit within Cardiology. The post holder will also assist in validating the data for the department in readiness for uploading to NICOR (National Institute for Cardiovascular Outcomes Research)
The post holder will need to possess excellent communication, forward planning, and organisational skills. The role is varied, and candidates need to be flexible, enthusiastic, efficient, and self-motivated. You will require the ability to work independently whilst also being a good team player and cross cover colleagues when necessary.
The successful candidate should have good computer skills and be familiar with Microsoft excel, and Word. A knowledge of hospital programs such as Nerve centre, Patient Centre, PATS, CITO, and HISS is an advantage; however, full training will be provided to the right candidate.
PLEASE NOTE: this is NOT a financial auditor job role. Previous applicants need not apply.
Main duties of the job
Main duties of the job are to co-ordinate the collection of audit data and the production of reports ensuring compliance with the Trust data quality standards. Liaison with the consultant medical team, senior nursing staff and ward clerks to continually monitor and improve data collection processes highlighting and addressing any issues as they arise.
To be accountable for the accuracy, completeness and inputting of Cardiology procedural and non-procedural data ensuring completion within specified time scales relating to NICOR and the Trust.
To manage an MDT – organise cases and presentations, compile agenda, take minutes, and complete actions arising.
Working for our organisation
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Main duties of the job are to co-ordinate the collection of audit data and the production of reports ensuring compliance with the Trust data quality standards. Liaison with the consultant medical team, senior nursing staff and ward clerks to continually monitor and improve data collection processes highlighting and addressing any issues as they arise.
To be accountable for the accuracy, completeness and inputting of Cardiology procedural and non-procedural data ensuring completion within specified time scales relating to NICOR and the Trust.
To manage an MDT – organise cases and presentations, compile agenda, take minutes, and complete actions arising.
(Please refer to the job description/person specification for further details on the role)
Person specification
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential criteria
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust’s Values and Behaviours
Training & Qualifications
Essential criteria
- High standard of education GCSE Maths & English Language
- Computer literate – MS Office and Excel Database and Spreadsheets
Desirable criteria
- Knowledge of PATS or similar database system.
- Knowledge of audit process
- Data analysis and presentation
Experience
Essential criteria
- Proven experience and ability in computer and data handling skills. Reporting from a data base.
- Work in a position requiring application, initiative, and attention to detail.
- Experience of working in a busy high-pressure environment.
- Data entry/extraction experience
Desirable criteria
- Understanding of medical terminology
- 3 years NHS experience
Communication and relationship skills
Essential criteria
- Good interpersonal & facilitation skills. Confident and able to communicate with people at all levels
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills. Ability to persuade and negotiate
- Knowledge of confidentiality and data protection guidelines
- Able to work within a team environment and be a team player
Desirable criteria
- Confident chairing meetings
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential criteria
- Able to work independently to source and analyse clinical information.
- Ability to identify problems and quickly report /act on them with attention to detail
Desirable criteria
- Ability to judge how audit and performance fits into the wider scope of NHS
Physical skills
Essential criteria
- High levels of concentration required, particularly in relation to data inputting and validation. Ability to use computer for long periods of time
- Ability to lift and carry patient records. Using trolleys where appropriate to transport hospital notes
Planning and organisation skills
Essential criteria
- Must be able to work to, negotiate & co-ordinate deadlines to meet local, Trust and National targets.
- Ability to multi-task, work independently and work under pressure
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential criteria
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Fermeen Admani
- Job title
- Audit Data Quality Officer
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 0116 258 3928
- Additional information
Claire Hutton - Audit Team Leader - 0116 258 3099
If you have problems applying, contact
- Address
-
Paget house, 2 West street
Leicester
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LE1 6XP
- Telephone
- 0116 502 7298
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