Data Analyst

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Who we are:

NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland. 

In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe, and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.

To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website - NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net)

Position:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a permanent Data Analyst based at University Hospital Crosshouse.

What you will do:

The Infection Prevention and Control Team are looking for a Data Analyst to join their team to support with the gathering and production of data for a range of purposes.  You will support with the production of a variety of regular reports monthly, quarterly and annually and deal with all queries relating to data and information for reports, manage responses and support members of the team in extracting of source data.     

You will use best practice to enhance existing datasets and develop new data collections to support changing information needs of the service.  Additionally, you will provide a responsive service in the provision of data and information to support the Infection Prevention and Control Team in intelligence led decision making.

For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description

Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job:

Essential

• Undergraduate degree
• Ability and demonstrable experience in drafting and compilation of papers, reports and related correspondence for the NHS Board, associated Governance groups, Directors and Senior Managers.
• Ability to demonstrate and communicate a practical and theoretical understanding of data analysis and interpretation. 
• Highly proficient in data analysis with excellent numeracy and statistical skills.
• Knowledge of SMR data sets and specialist knowledge and experience of application of NHS data definitions, information standards and policies.
• Knowledge of practical application of software packages in support of the key result areas including knowledge of statistical and geographical software packages.

Desirable

• Equivalent demonstrable knowledge or experience in a relevant numerate discipline 
• Recent experience of working in the NHS, other public sector or relevant organisations within a relevant role associated within information management. 
• A pragmatic and flexible approach to problem solving
• Awareness of political sensitivity of information and ability, and mental ability, to work through issues and take cognisance of the impact of the presentation of data and intelligence. 
• Highly developed interpersonal and communication and influencing skills (both written and oral) and an ability to establish productive working relationships.
• Self-motivated
• Effective participation in a team

For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification

Hours:

This is a permanent post on a full time basis (37 hours per week) based at Lister Street, University Hospital Crosshouse, however consideration would be given to hybrid working.

If you would like to find out more about the role, please contact Alison Chandler on , or alternatively at Alison.chandler@aapct.scot.nhs.uk

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