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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Pathology System Support Analyst - **Company:** Milton Keynes University Hospital - **Location:** Milton Keynes, UK - **Salary:** £32,073.0 - £39,043.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Big Data, Data Warehousing, Power BI, Data Processing - **Published:** July 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.co.uk/job/gb1e9cddc7db3831526f00d66cac2ea0df/eaa ## About the Role * Extensive knowledge of pathology systems i.e. WinPat * Good understanding of pathology data sets * Educated to degree level or equivalent Desirable * Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 * Project management qualification Experience Essential * Previous experience using NHS datasets to provide analytical information Desirable * Experience providing user support * Experience using statistical software packages Skills Essential * Ability to work independently and proactively * Good communication skills, with emphasis on ability to liase with external service users. * Methodical and efficient way of dealing with complex issues. * Excellent time management Personal and people development Essential * Ability to work well in a team * To be disciplined and self motivated * Desire to continue professional development * High attention to detail, * oAbility to communicate effectively with all users of pathology systems including within the Trust and externally ## Description This is a fixed term position to support the additional Pathology IT projects for FY 26/27The pathology laboratory operates collaboratively as part of the South 4 Pathology Partnership comprising of Oxford University Hospitals, Buckinghamshire hospitals, Milton Keynes University hospital and Great Western Hospitals, a large network employing over 1000 staff generating over 34 million tests per year.Networking collaboratively with colleagues to improve quality, efficiency and consistency across the network is a key priority for the post holder. The post holder will: -Ensure data processing and reporting is performed in a timely and accurate manner and status is reported to relevant stakeholders To actively seek performance improvements and work with the team in developing and implementing new business intelligence designs in current and future developments To ensure the successful implementation of the Milton Keynes PCN hubs and their connection to ICE, NHS Staff Survey: With high scores in Team Working and Line Management, our teams collaborate, communicate, and care for one anotherbecause we know were stronger together. The post-holder will be required to assist in the development, maintenance and performance of new and existing pathology systems. To be involved in the extraction, processing and validation of complex data from various data sources, including with large data sets, on a project and ad-hoc basis as required. To develop and maintain a Pathology data warehouse, including Path manager and ICE systems To ensure the existing data reporting processes are regularly reviewed to ensure timely and accurate reporting of data both internally and externally. To build connections from multiple data sources to PowerBI to produce interactive departmental dashboards Please refer to attached Job description for further information. We believe success lies in the diversity of our employees and are committed to promoting equality, encouraging diversity, and embracing inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us. MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices. We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once enough applications have been received. MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology. By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers. Upon commencing employment with the Trust,all employees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions) are subject to a probationary period lasting a period of six months with an option to extend for a further six months to a total of 12 months. Job description, NHS Staff Survey: With high scores in Team Working and Line Management, our teams collaborate, communicate, and care for one anotherbecause we know were stronger together. The post-holder will be required to assist in the development, maintenance and performance of new and existing pathology systems. To be involved in the extraction, processing and validation of complex data from various data sources, including with large data sets, on a project and ad-hoc basis as required. To develop and maintain a Pathology data warehouse, including Path manager and ICE systems To ensure the existing data reporting processes are regularly reviewed to ensure timely and accurate reporting of data both internally and externally. To build connections from multiple data sources to PowerBI to produce interactive departmental dashboards Please refer to attached Job description for further information. We believe success lies in the diversity of our employees and are committed to promoting equality, encouraging diversity, and embracing inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us. MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices. We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once enough applications have been received. MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology. By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers. 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