Interim SAR Specialist - NHS

Interim Subject Access Request (SAR) Officer - NHS

Location: Lancashire (Hybrid)
Contract: Until the end of March 2027
Rate: Negotiable, depending on experience

We are currently supporting an NHS Trust in Lancashire that is looking to appoint an experienced Subject Access Request (SAR) Officer to support the delivery and processing of patient information requests.

The successful candidate will play an important role in ensuring Subject Access Requests are processed accurately and efficiently, in line with relevant information governance and data protection requirements, whilst maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive patient information appropriately.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and assess incoming Subject Access Requests (SARs).
• Extract relevant patient information from clinical and other relevant systems.
• Review and organise extracted information, transforming data into a clear, user-friendly format for disclosure.
• Undertake appropriate redaction of sensitive or third-party information in line with relevant requirements.
• Liaise with clinical teams to obtain the necessary review and approval prior to disclosure.
• Ensure approved disclosures are issued securely to the relevant requester.
• Manage requests throughout the process, maintaining accuracy, confidentiality and appropriate turnaround times.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience working in a similar Subject Access Request (SAR) role is essential.
• Experience handling patient information requests within an NHS or healthcare environment.
• Ability to extract, review, format and redact patient records accurately.
• Must be able to work onsite in Lancashire 1-2 days per week.

If you have previous NHS or healthcare SAR experience and are available for a new interim opportunity, please get in touch to find out more.