Patient Safety Investigator

We are seeking a Patient Safety Investigator to join the Patient Safety & Learning Team on a 12-month fixed-term basis. The post holder will undertake systems-based patient safety investigations and learning responses in accordance with the Patient Safety Incident Response Framework (PSIRF), applying recognised approaches including SEIPS and human factors principles. Working autonomously, you will manage a caseload of concurrent investigations, analyse complex clinical information, engage with patients, families and staff, and identify system-level learning and opportunities for improvement. The role requires strong analytical and investigative skills, sound professional judgement and the ability to manage complex and sensitive investigations while maintaining a compassionate and systems-focused approach to patient safety

The post holder will

Independently manage a concurrent caseload of patient safety investigations and learning responses, ensuring these are progressed within agreed timescales. Apply systems-based investigation methodologies, including SEIPS and human factors principles, to identify contributory factors and opportunities for learning and improvement. Review clinical records and other relevant evidence and participate in the daily incident review rota, applying professional judgement to recommend proportionate responses to newly reported incidents. Engage compassionately with patients, families, carers and staff throughout investigations in accordance with Duty of Candour and Being Open principles. Produce high-quality, evidence-based investigation reports and learning responses and present findings through relevant Trust governance and sign-off processes. Attend feedback meetings with directorates to discuss investigation findings and support the development of SMART actions. Maintain accurate investigation records using the Trusts incident and risk management systems and contribute, where appropriate, to thematic analysis, organisational learning and quality improvement activity.