Cardiac Rehabilitation National Audit Data Entry Clerk
Band 2
Job overview
We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our Cardiac Rehabilitation team as a National Audit Data Entry Clerk. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting the delivery of high-quality patient care by ensuring accurate and timely data entry to the National Audit of Cardiac Rehabilitation (NACR). The successful candidate will contribute to the continuous monitoring and improvement of our service, working closely with the multidisciplinary team to maintain the highest standards of patient safety and service performance.
Main duties of the job
Accurately input patient and service data into the National Audit of Cardiac Rehabilitation (NACR) database within required deadlines.
Maintain data quality through regular checks and validation to ensure compliance with national standards.
Support the team in the preparation of reports and performance monitoring information for local and national use.
Liaise with clinical and administrative staff to ensure that data capture processes are efficient and effective.
Handle sensitive and confidential information in line with Trust policies and data protection regulations.
Provide general administrative support to the Cardiac Rehabilitation service as required.
Working for our organisation
The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust is one of the largest NHS trusts in the West Midlands providing primary, acute and community services and we are incredibly proud of the diversity of both our staff and the communities we serve. We are building a workforce that can help us to fulfil our values, improve the quality of care for patients, and solve the health care problems of tomorrow. We’re passionate about the value that diversity of thinking and lived experience brings in enabling us to become a learning organisation and leader in delivering compassionate care for our patients.
We are delighted that we have been rated as “Good” by CQC. We have achieved numerous awards; The Nursing Times Best Diversity and Inclusion Practice and Best UK Employer of the Year for Nursing Staff in 2020.
The Trust is a supportive working environment committed to creating flexible working arrangements that suit your needs and as such will consider all requests from applicants who wish to work flexibly.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The post holder will play a vital role in supporting the Cardiac Rehabilitation service through accurate and timely data entry into the National Audit of Cardiac Rehabilitation (NACR). This information is essential for ensuring the service meets national reporting standards, monitors outcomes effectively, and provides assurance to commissioners and regulators.
Key responsibilities include:
* Inputting patient data into the NACR database promptly and accurately, ensuring compliance with local and national deadlines.
* Supporting the quality of data collection by carrying out regular validation, audits, and cross-checks to maintain accuracy and consistency.
* Assisting with the preparation of routine and ad-hoc performance and audit reports, contributing to service monitoring and evaluation.
* Communicating effectively with clinical and administrative colleagues to ensure complete and up-to-date information is captured.
* Maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information in accordance with Trust policies and GDPR regulations.
* Undertaking general administrative tasks that support the smooth running of the Cardiac Rehabilitation service.
* Contributing to a culture of continuous improvement by identifying and escalating any issues in data quality or processes.
* Participating in relevant training and development opportunities to maintain skills and knowledge.
The post holder will be expected to work flexibly as part of a team, demonstrating attention to detail, organizational skills, and a commitment to supporting high-quality patient care through accurate data management.
Person specification
Qualifications
* NVQ LEVEL 2/3 IN ADMINISTRATION OR EQUIVALENT EXPERIENCE
Experience
* Previous administrative experience in a healthcare or office environment
* Experience of working with clinical or patient data
Knowledge
* Understanding of confidentiality, GDPR, and data protection
* Knowledge of cardiac rehabilitation or other clinical services
Skills
* Experience using NHS databases or audit systems
Flexible Working - As a major employer in the Black Country and West Birmingham region we are committed to supporting all employees to achieve a healthy work life balance. We want the Black Country and West Birmingham region to be the best place to work and as such will consider all requests to work flexibly taking into account personal and individual circumstances alongside the needs of the service. We encourage all prospective applicants to discuss their individual circumstances with the Recruiting Manager as part of the on-boarding process.
Qualifications - Please be advised that if the post that you are applying for requires any level of qualification (e.g. A-Levels, Degree etc) or Professional Registration (e.g. Nursing and Midwifery Council, General Medical Council etc) you will be required to provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. By submitting your application you are giving the Trust permission to check the qualification certificates provided back to the source provider. Please note that a sample of all applicant’s qualifications will be checked with the educational institution or provider. Furthermore, a sample of all applicants’ qualifications will be checked back to the educational institution or provider to interview letters to further deter fraud.
Visa/Sponsorship Information
The Trust welcomes suitably qualified applicants including those who may require a Trust issued Certificate of Sponsorship. However, not all our roles are eligible for visa sponsorship. If you require sponsorship, we recommend applicants check whether the role is eligibility prior to applying. More information can be found on the UKVI website:Health and Care Worker Visa orSkilled Worker Visa .
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