Informtion Officer

Job overview

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job

This is an exciting opportunity to join our established critical care audit team. You will be responsible for collecting, evaluating and processing clinical information to inform local and national audits. You will work closely with clinical and administrative colleagues to provide accurate and timely data, which is used for clinical benchmarking and income purposes, therefore ultimately informs and support excellence in care within our critical care units.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The successful applicant will be proud of their track record of attention to detail and accuracy and be able to demonstrate keyboard and word processing skills sufficient to enable data entry and formulation of reports. Knowledge of database systems and spreadsheets would be a distinct advantage, as would experience of using clinical information, patient administration and results systems. Ability to concentrate for prolonged periods of time is an essential aptitude. A major part of the role will be to collate and enter Critical Care Minimum Dataset (CCMDS) and Intensive Care National Audit and Research Centre (ICNARC) information for patients admitted to critical care. This data contributes to accurate activity data, is used to ensure correct funding is received for patient care and also informs best clinical practice both within and outside UHS. The post is mostly office-based but also requires working within ICU and HDU areas liaising with clinicians, nurses and other unit staff. The post holder will join an experienced team of Information Officers and will report to the critical care Clinical Information System Manager.