SSNAP Stroke Data Administrator

Taunton Source: WhatJobs

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly organised and detail-oriented individual to join our Stroke Services Team as a SSNAP Stroke Data Administrator at Musgrove Park Hospital working 30 hours per week Monday - Friday.

The successful candidate will play a vital role in supporting the collection, validation and submission of stroke patient data to the Sentinel Stroke National Audit Programme (SSNAP). Working closely with clinical and administrative staff, you will ensure that data is accurately recorded, maintained and submitted within agreed deadlines, contributing to national audit requirements and service improvement initiatives.

This role is ideal for someone with excellent data entry skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to manage confidential information appropriately.

Accurately input patient information into the SSNAP database and associated systems.

Validate and quality-check data to ensure accuracy and completeness.

Liaise with clinical teams to obtain missing information and resolve data discrepancies.

Maintain electronic records in accordance with Trust policies and data protection requirements.

Produce routine reports and assist with audit data requests.

Monitor outstanding records and ensure submission deadlines are met.

Support the Stroke Team in achieving high standards of data quality and performance monitoring.

Contribute to service improvement by identifying data quality issues and recommending solutions.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust , we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card , unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce , and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty , and breathtaking coastlines , with vibrant cities like Bristol , Bath , and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London .

The region is home to excellent educational facilities , and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Please see attached Job Description & Person Specification for further details of duties and responsibilities.

Person specification

Qualifications

Educated to A level standard or equivalent qualifications/experience.
Evidence of a good standard level of Literacy / English language skills.
Highly numerate and analytical with a degree of accuracy and strong attention to detail.
Evidence of further study in IT/Information systems/Analytics related areas

Experience

Experience of managing a busy workload with conflicting priorities.
Proven experience of successfully working in a team environment.
Experience of working in project environments
Experience of data entry or administrative systems
Experience of dealing with clinical and non-clinical staff of all levels.

Additional Criteria

Strong interpersonal and communication skills including engaging presentation skills both verbally and written
Ability to reconcile data accurately and maintain appropriate documentation.
Proactive, professional and responsible approach at all times.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

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