THIS IS A FIXED TERM POST FOR 12 MONTHS DUE TO FUNDING
The Lead Information Analyst will play a key role in developing the health board's analytical and intelligence capability, embedding a culture of data-based decision making. The post holder will take ownership of specified areas of work and provide line management and development support to junior analysts.
This is a 1-year fixed term position within the Allied Health Professionals, Health Sciences and Digital Directorate.
Role is based in Bronllys Hospital, although agile working is supported. Successful applicants must be able to travel and work on site, with a flexible approach to home working.
The team has recently migrated to a modern cloud data platform using Databricks on Azure -- an excellent opportunity to work with contemporary data engineering tools and architecture.
We have a supportive and warm working culture where your contribution is valued and you can help us provide the best, personalised healthcare, and deliver our core values of Trust, Respect, Integrity, Working Together, Kindness and Caring, and Equality and Fairness.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an in-person interview at Bronllys Hospital consisting of a one-hour practical skills assessment and a one-hour structured interview.
The skills assessment will cover SQL and Power BI, including creating, interpreting and presenting a dashboard.
Main duties of the job
The Lead Information Analyst will engage in all elements of the data lifecycle:
* working directly with service users to understand their business requirements,
* acquiring data from a variety of different systems,
* managing the transition of data into the data warehouse,
* manipulation and analysis of data, and
* creating and disseminating reports.
Additionally, the post holder will:
take responsibility for the quality and timeliness of outputs within their designated areas of work,
line manage and support the development of junior team members,
build and maintain relationships with senior stakeholders across the organisation, and
contribute to the continuous improvement of team processes and ways of working
The successful candidate will have:
* Strong SQL skills with the ability to guide and quality assure the work of others,
* Substantial experience of data warehousing preferably in a cloud data platform,
* Knowledge of NHS data and information standards,
* Experience of working data visualisation tools, preferably Power BI,
* Experience of supervising, mentoring or developing other staff
Excellent communication skills will be required to engage with staff and stakeholders at all levels within Powys and external organisations.
Experience of hospital information systems will be an advantage.
About us
Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.
As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.
To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
We would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers; but even if you dont speak any Welsh, or want to develop your skills, dont worry: the health board will support you with training.
Person Specification
Education and Employment
* Excellent standard of education
* At least 5 years employment in a data analytics role
* At least 2 years employment in the health sector
Technical Skills
* Advanced SQL
* Database management
* Management of junior staff
* Power BI reporting
Experience
* In depth knowledge of NHS data
* Experience of hospital applications
* Experience of working with health data
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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