Data Quality Analyst

Job Overview

We are seeking detail-oriented and highly organised individuals to join our team as Electronic Patient Record (EPR) Data Quality Analysts. You will contribute to a major digital transformation programme implemented across the Bath, Swindon and Wiltshire (BSW) healthcare system. Your efforts will ensure patient data is accurate, comprehensive, and ready for migration into the new shared Electronic Patient Record system, enhancing patient safety and supporting high-quality clinical care.

Main Responsibilities

• Review, validate, and amend patient information in current systems as part of the EPR Data Quality Team.
• Utilize various reports to identify and address data quality issues ensuring successful patient record migration.
• Conduct specific data quality checks including resolving duplicate or invalid NHS numbers, completing missing patient demographic details, updating GP and practice information, verifying addresses and postcodes, and resolving historical appointment outcomes.
• Assist the broader data migration and EPR implementation initiatives.

Qualifications and Experience

• Essential: Maths GCSE or equivalent demonstrating numeracy.
• Desirable: Further qualifications or work experience in mathematics, science, IT or related fields.
• Beneficial: Familiarity with Oracle Health Millennium and NHS patient administration systems, Knowledge of Business Intelligence tools.
• Essential: Understanding of patient confidentiality, ability to work effectively under pressure despite interruptions.
• Desirable: Knowledge of data quality policies and procedures.

Skills and Attributes

• High accuracy in keyboard and data handling skills.
• Strong attention to detail with willingness to methodically carry out repetitive tasks.
• Effective team player, flexible and proactive in taking responsibility.
• Adept at problem-solving with capability to work swiftly and precisely with data.
• Open and adaptable to change with a keen desire to learn.

Work Environment and Values

You will work within the BSW Hospitals Group, comprised of three NHS trusts committed to delivering exceptional, patient-centred care. The organisation fosters a compassionate and inclusive culture where diversity is valued and kindness is encouraged. Employee wellbeing is prioritized with supportive benefits including recreational facilities.

Additional Information

• This role requires a Disclosure check for any unspent criminal convictions.
• Applicants without current UK work rights may be ineligible unless an alternative right to work solution is available; candidates needing sponsorship should verify eligibility prior to applying.
• The vacancy may close early if application volume is high; timely submission is advised.

For further information, please contact Data Quality Manager Vanita Wheeler at the provided email address.