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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

NHS

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.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

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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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