Clinical Data Manager - QualityFull time and permanent opportunityMater Private Network Cork are currently recruiting for a Clinical Data Manager to provide professional support to the Quality & Risk Department, with responsibility for designing structures and programmes to support the Hospital Quality & Accreditation Programmes.Essential Skills and KnowledgeA health professional background e.g. Nursing or Allied Health Professional or equivalent experience.Masters Degree in a health-related discipline desirableAdvanced I.T qualification essential.Strong I.T. skills - including database management and experience with statistical analysis softwareJoint Commission International (JCI) & HIQA experience desirableExperience of managing research or health related projectsGood interpersonal skillsAwareness/sensitivity toward patient needs.Discretion and ability to use initiative.3 years' experience in a relevant clinical administration role in an acute hospitalExcellent communication and interpersonal skills.Proven managerial /leadership skills and an ability to motivate.Detailed knowledge of the hospitals operation, structure and process in the context of the quality roleDuties within the role will include:Clinical reviews of patient records.Oversee the management of Local Investigations and Root Cause Analysis reviews.Oversee, manage and review all clinical data being captured within the Quality department and any other relevant Department's ensuring that clinical data capture and reports are fit for purpose and meet operational, management and clinical audit requirements.Publish relevant and agreed data for monthly, quarterly and annual reports.The reconciliation of reports from various sources throughout the hospital that contribute to the annual report ensuring reliability and validity of informationProvide training within the hospital to relevant staff as required on clinical data capture and systems.Disseminate summaries of clinical data to relevant personnel.Co-ordinate the production of information in order to supply reports for specific purposes or groups within and outside the hospital.Act as a resource for audit and research projects within the MPH.Assist the Quality & Risk Manager in ensuring the objectives of the Departments meet the strategic needs of the hospital.Applications should be put in writing and submitted with a current CV to Hilary Ryan, Human ResourcesA full job description is available from the HR department.Mater Private, Cork is committed to a policy of equal opportunities.