Cancer Data Project Coordinator

Job summary

The Cancer Data Project Coordinator is a 12-month fixed term position. The successful candidate will work closely with the Cancer Data Project Manager and site-specific multidisciplinary teams to support delivery of a range of data improvement projects. You will support the planning, coordination and delivery of data improvement projects under the direction of the Cancer Data Project Manager.

This will include developing, maintaining and updating project documentation throughout the project lifecycle. In addition, you will work with relevant staff to facilitate active participation in all work streams and achieve the project aims. Working across multiple NHS systems, you will identify data gaps and support the development of solutions, including data dashboards, reports, patient surveys and recommendations for service improvement.

We are looking for someone proactive,self-motivated, flexible and responsive to the changing needs and demands of the project within the Cancer Services Department

Main duties of the job

You will support the Cancer Data Project Manager to deliver all the project objectives, using strong administrative skills to update and maintain key documentation throughout the project lifecycle. Using your analytical skills, you will identify data gaps and opportunities for improvement, extracting and combining information from existing healthcare systems to create new reports designed to improve patient pathways and experience.

You will use excellent communication skills to work with clinical teams, patients and other key stakeholders, obtaining insight and information which will contribute to delivery of identified project outcomes. With support from Cancer Data Project Manager, you will provide day to day supervision, support and guidance for two Band 3 Cancer Data Project Officers.

About us

If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager. You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks. We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham.

We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes. We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented.

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