Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an innovative and enthusiastic Public Health Intelligence Analyst to join the Northumbria Public Health Team.
The Public Health Team in Northumbria work closely with the Trusts Information Services and system wide partners to tackle health inequalities for our Trust patient population. The post holder will have the analytical skills and knowledge to make effective use of available health and care data and provide data analysis and interpretation which improves our understanding of the needs of the population within the Trusts catchment area. The post holder will be required to produce and communicate public health information to a range of audiences.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will support the Public Health team working collaboratively with the Information Services Team, clinical and non-clinical services and wider system partners.
The successful candidate will make effective use of available health and care data to support the Trust to ensure we influence the way data information is used in policy and strategy development.
They will be required to collect, analyse, interpret and present varied and complex public health related intelligence / data to a wide range of audiences.
The post holder will have the ability to work with competing demands and appropriately manage their work priorities and actively undertake professional development. The post holder will require excellent communication and will be required to liaise with key personnel within the Trust, working with the teams to develop capability and understanding of public health and health inequalities data.
Candidate will possess a first degree in relevant topic or equivalent related experience or evidence of equivalent experience plus additional specialist knowledge acquired through training and relevant experience to degree level or equivalent. Knowledge of NHS and / or healthcare systems is desirable.
We are looking for a committed, enthusiastic, and flexible individual with the ability to work on his/her own initiative. The post holder will be required to work Trust wide initially based at North Tyneside General Hospital and Cobalt, with blended working arrangements.
About us
Attention and aspiration to lifelong learningwill be supported by the Public Health Team, as deemed appropriate to the role. Appropriate training and development will be agreed with the post holders direct line manager; Public Health Intelligence Specialist.
The post holder will have a reflective approach to their own practice. The Trust has a commitment to the development of leadership skills.
We manage three major locality hospitals at North Tyneside, Wansbeck and Hexham, plus a number of smaller community hospitals and clinics from Tynemouth to Berwick on Tweed, covering one of the largest geographical areas of any NHS trust in the country. Leading in innovation and quality - opening a state-of-the-art Northumbria Specialist Emergency Care Hospital, the first of its kind in England. Do you want to work in one of the best performing NHS organisations in England? Work in an organisation that supports its staff and focuses on staff experience as much as it does the experience of its patients? You can live and breathe in an area that has the cleanest air, cost effective living, great nightlife, some of the best schools with a wealth of history available on your doorstep. Sound too good to be true? Well it isn't, this is what you get when you work for Northumbria Healthcare, this is the Northumbria Way.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To make effective use of available health and care data and provide data analysis and interpretation which improves our understanding of the needs of the population within the Trusts catchment area.
To collect, analyse, interpret and present varied and complex public health related intelligence / data to a wide range of audiences, in ways that are accessible, meaningful and appropriate for use and which take account of confidentiality requirements and statistical robustness.
The post holder will support the Public Health Intelligence Specialist in the collation of public health performance data, including reviewing and updating of the public health teams Interactive Monitoring Tool (IMT).
To analyse complex data employing statistical tests, methods and techniques in the production of information and develop information reporting solutions
To undertake and respond to ad-hoc enquiries and requests for information including assistance and advice to colleagues/partners on data sources and data collection.
To contribute to the development of Public Health policy/strategy.
To undertake research, audit and evaluation as required and in accordance with service standards.
To advise colleagues on the undertaking of surveys, research and best practice.
The post holder will work with the wider system to contribute to increased understanding of the health of local populations supporting needs assessment, priority setting, business planning, monitoring, audit, research and evaluation of services.
Ability to communicate highly complex or sensitive information to managers and clinicians (including presenting and explaining complex reports at Trust meetings, as required).
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA
Candidate will possess a first degree in relevant topic, e.g. epidemiology, Public Health, statistics or equivalent related experience or evidence of equivalent experience plus additional specialist knowledge acquired through training and relevant experience to degree level or equivalent. Knowledge of NHS and / or healthcare systems is desirable
Working knowledge and experience of Business Intelligence software and application to a range of public health issues and functions
Knowledge and expertise of statistical techniques and methodologies and best practice.
An understanding of health inequalities and the social determinants of health
Strong knowledge of and experience using statistical packages to perform analysis
Ability communicate with clinicians and managers in the need for and use of highly complex and sensitive specialised information about population health and health inequalities.
DESIRABLE
Post-graduate degree and/or equivalent experience in public health and epidemiology
If you think you have the skills and motivation to succeed in this role we are keen to hear from you. Informal conversations or visits to our team from interested parties are strongly encouraged.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level in a numerate subject/public health/epidemiology and /or relevant experience, equivalent to post-graduate degree level
Desirable
- oPost-graduate degree and/or equivalent experience in public health and epidemiology
Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to convert health data into information with minimal supervision including data quality control, analysis and dissemination
- Knowledge of public health policy and an understanding of health inequalities and the wider determinants of health
- Experience of producing and communicating public health information to a range of audiences
Desirable
- Experience using a business intelligence platform e.g.: PowerBI,
- Advanced competencies in Microsoft Excel
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website .
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants .
Employer details
Employer name
Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Cobalt / North Tyneside General Hospital
Rake Lane
North Shields
NE29 8NH