Senior Information Analyst

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

Job summary

NHS National Services Scotland is seeking a data analytics professional to enhance their counter fraud services. This role involves data sourcing, analysis, and the development of AI capabilities to ensure financial integrity within the NHS. Candidates should possess a strong background in mathematics/statistics, along with relevant experience and skills in data analysis and IT.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in data analytics.
• Experience in law enforcement or financial crime environments advantageous.
• Knowledge of health information systems is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Key role in statistical function including data sourcing, collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Support counter fraud activities with data insights.
• Assist in maintaining quality improvement tools.

Skills

Data analysis

Statistical tools

IT skills

Data sourcing

Education

Mathematics / Statistics Degree

Job description

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About the Organisation:
National Services Scotland (NSS) is a national NHS Board operating right at the heart of NHSScotland, providing invaluable support and advice at both strategic and operational levels. NSS supports customers in delivering their services more efficiently and effectively. We offer shared services on a national scale, utilizing best-in-class systems and standards. Our primary goal is to improve the health and well-being of the people of Scotland. We achieve this by collaborating with colleagues across Health and Social Care to deliver fit-for-purpose solutions and systems, providing high-quality services that help stakeholders free up resources for reinvestment into essential services.

The Post:
As a vital part of NHS Scotland, NHS National Services Scotland’s mission is to enable and support the delivery of better care and value. We do this by providing a range of specialised support services that allow NHS Boards to focus on health improvement and patient care.

Based at Eurocentral, NHS Scotland Counter Fraud Services (CFS) aims to protect NHS Scotland from fraud and financial crime. CFS offers a comprehensive, integrated, and professional service by proactively identifying and investigating suspected financial crimes.

You will play a key role in the statistical function, which includes data sourcing, collection, analysis, interpretation, research, and reporting to support counter fraud activities. Additionally, the post holder will assist in delivering and maintaining quality improvement and management information tools.

The Candidate:
We seek a candidate with demonstrable experience in data analytics to develop our artificial intelligence and machine learning capabilities, particularly in procurement and primary care payment integrity systems. Experience in law enforcement or financial crime environments would be advantageous.

You should hold a Mathematics / Statistics Degree (or similar numerate qualification), possess good IT skills, and have experience with data analysis and statistical tools. Knowledge of health information systems is desirable.