Information Analyst

NHS National Services Scotland; Ayr; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Ayrshire & Arran are seeking two Information Analysts to join the team at Ailsa Hospital on a permanent basis. The role focuses on data analysis, performance reporting and intelligence to support decision-making across the organisation.

The successful applicants will extract, analyse and present data from NHS information systems, develop dashboards and reports, and communicate findings in various formats tailored to stakeholder needs.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with NHS datasets and information systems.
• Experience developing and maintaining dashboards and visualisations using Power BI.
• Experience with Business Objects and developing performance dashboards.
• Ability to prioritise conflicting demands and work autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Analyse and present data to support operational, tactical and strategic decisions across the organisation.
• Extract, analyse and present data from NHS information systems and datasets.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and performance reports.
• Present information in reports, dashboards, tables and visual outputs for stakeholders.

Skills

Data analysis

Performance reporting

Data visualization

Dashboard development

Power BI

Business Objects

Tools

Power BI

Business Objects

Job description

NHS Scotland:

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Who we are:

NHS Ayrshire and Arran are 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)

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Position:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for 2x Information Analyst based at Ailsa Hospital. This post is offered on a permanent basis.

Hours:

Post 1 & 2 - 36 hours per week.

What you will do:

The post holders will be required to utilise their skills and experience in the field of data analysis, performance reporting and intelligence to provide and present data and analytics that support operational, tactical and strategic decision-making across the organisation.

The successful candidate will be responsible for extracting, analysing and presenting data from a range of NHS information systems and datasets. This will require expertise in data querying, analytical software and visualisation tools, including the development and maintenance of dashboards and performance reports. The post holders will present information in a variety of formats including reports, dashboards, tables and graphical outputs tailored to the needs of stakeholders.

Knowledge, training and/or experience required for this post:

Knowledge and experience of working with NHS datasets, information systems and performance indicators is desirable, as too is experience in the use of Business Objects and of developing and maintaining dashboards and visualisations using Microsoft Power BI.

The successful applicants will be able to work on their own initiative, be self-motivated and reliable and able to prioritise conflicting demands.

If you are inspired by the challenges this opportunity presents, and believe you have the relevant skills, experience and qualities we are seeking then we look forward to receiving your application.

If you would like to find out more about the role, please contact:

Paul Dunlop: [e-mail] or Laura Kelso: [e-mail]

Right to Work / Certificates of Sponsorship

To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement for an individual to demonstrate that they have the relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is, without exception, granted by the UK Visa and Immigrations Service. Further information on what NHS Scotland Boards are required to do to check this as well as what your responsibilities include can be found within the attached Candidate Information Pack.

It is essential that you have checked that you either already have an appropriate right to work in the UK or that the post would be eligible to be sponsored before submitting your application form.

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