Neurosurgery RTT Data Validator — Pathway Insight

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust; West of England; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust is inviting applications for a full-time Band 4 Data Validator to join the Neurosurgery, Spines and Pain team. You will ensure RTT pathway data is accurately validated, recorded and reported in line with national and local requirements, supporting performance monitoring for elective care.

The role requires a vigilant, independent worker with a keen eye for detail and experience of data validation, RTT standards, and Careflow.

Qualifications

• Educated to GCSE/A level standard (including English and Maths) or equivalent e.g. relevant NVQ or demonstrate relevant experience
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office packages, including Outlook, Excel and Word
• Previous experience working in a data validator role
• Experience using RTT within Careflow
• Experience managing waiting lists
• Sound knowledge of BNSSG RTT Policy and its application within elective patient pathway management
• Ability to interpret complex clinical information

Responsibilities

• Regularly downloading, analysing and validating departmental performance reports provided by the Information Management team
• Using Microsoft Excel and other Trust reporting systems to review, manipulate and validate large datasets, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of patient pathway information
• Assisting in the completion of monthly data validation exercises and supporting the delivery of data quality improvement initiatives
• Identifying, investigating and resolving uncashed outpatient appointments in a timely manner
• Reviewing and correcting admission dates and other pathway events that have been incorrectly recorded or remain outstanding
• Monitoring patients whose waiting times have exceeded national or local targets, verifying that pathway information has been recorded accurately and supporting appropriate action to progress patient care
• Reviewing care pathways where information is incomplete, inaccurate or missing, and obtaining the required information from clinicians, administrative teams and other stakeholders
• Producing and maintaining spreadsheets, reports and data tracking tools to support pathway management, performance monitoring and service improvement
• Presenting validated performance information and data quality findings to administrative and management teams as required
• Assisting staff within the department in the effective use of Careflow and other patient administration systems, helping to prevent data quality issues from arising
• Supporting clinicians and operational teams in understanding and resolving pathway discrepancies and data quality concerns
• Assisting with other data quality, validation and performance issues affecting the department, as required
• Taking responsibility for the effective management and monitoring of patient pathways to ensure compliance with RTT and other national waiting time standards
• Providing support and training to new members of staff in relation to patient pathway management, data quality processes and system usage, as required
• Ensuring patient confidentiality is maintained at all times, in accordance with Trust policies, GDPR and Data Protection legislation
• Working flexibly in response to the needs of the service, including providing cover for colleagues during periods of annual leave or absence
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant Trust policies and procedures, including Health and Safety, Infection Prevention and Control, Confidentiality, Data Protection, Risk Management and Sickness Absence policies
• Undertaking any other reasonable duties commensurate with the grade of the post, as agreed with the line manager

Skills

Data validation

RTT Careflow

Waiting lists management

Power BI

Excel / MS Office

Data quality

Education

GCSE / A-level standard

Tools

Careflow

Reporting systems

Job description

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust is inviting applications for a full-time Band 4 Data Validator to join the Neurosurgery, Spines and Pain team. You will ensure RTT pathway data is accurately validated, recorded and reported in line with national and local requirements, supporting performance monitoring for elective care.

The role requires a vigilant, independent worker with a keen eye for detail and experience of data validation, RTT standards, and Careflow.