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Data Analyst - Medical Center - Teleservices
Location:
HMH Smith - 6550 Fannin St. Houston, Texas 77030
- Job Ref:
- 65196
- Talent Area:
- Professional
- Job Shift:
- 1st - Day
- Job Type:
- Full-Time
- Posted Date:
- Dec. 20, 2024
Monday-Friday 8am-5pm -Houston Methodist Hospital Smith Tower 3rd floor (on site)
- Abilty to manage complex interdepartment budgets
- Healthcare experience is preferred
- Experience is general data analytics preferred
- Manage a portfolio of 8 or more programs
- Support the growth and development of new programs and new business opportunities
- Handle monthly/annual reporting and annual budget conversations
- Must be proficient in Excel and PowerPoint
At Houston Methodist, the Data Analyst position is responsible for the provision of analytical support of data generated by the department. This position will assist in creating, designing and implementing processes to ensure accurate data collection and input. The Data Analyst position will assist with maintenance of department database and on-going training of end users. This position is responsible for gathering, analyzing and reporting statistical information and patient outcomes to both external and internal customers which may include statistical power and sample size determination, inferential hypothesis testing, algorithm development and numerical methods, data mining and knowledge discovery in databases. Reporting duties for the Data Analyst position will involve the provision of monthly departmental reports and ensuring timely regulatory reporting completion. Additional responsibilities for this position include making recommendations for the implementation of technology and processes required to support the goals of the department with emphasis on regulatory compliance. The Data Analyst position will complete or assign other data requests.
Requirements:
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Communicates results of queries in database systems and upgrades regarding electronic protocol management system to coworkers, staff and management.
- Completes and works directly with physicians, clinical staff and management on customized data queries and other requests for operational and research needs.
- Fosters teamwork approach in all interactions with peers and team members. Anticipates needs of other team members; proactively offering assistance. Provides contributions towards improvement of department scores for turnover/retention/employee engagement.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Provides troubleshooting logic in relation to technical support.
- Provides and/or supervises gathering, entering and auditing of data in database.
- Assists with design and implementation of processes to ensure accurate data collection and input.
- Performs statistical analysis interpretation by preparing reports (monthly, quarterly and/or as needed) on productivity, quality activities, trends and other clinical or business metrics relevant to the department.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Conducts routine data processing and implementation of quality control methods.
- Develops standard operating procedures. Ensures compliance with all HIPAA/confidentiality regulations.
- In conjunction with management, participates in performance improvement program for department.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Conducts, as appropriate, statistical power and sample size determination, inferential hypothesis testing, data mining and knowledge discovery in databases.
- Responsible for all aspects of clinical data analyses for multiple studies.
- Programs and develops algorithms for numerical methods and develops workflow and data pipelines as needed for project(s).
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Collaborates with Technology regarding software system proposals, purchases, installations, upgrades, enhancements and modifications.
- Identifies and assumes responsibility of own learning needs, consults with team experts and seeks continuing education opportunities to meet those needs. Completes and updates the individual development plan (IDP) on an on-going basis. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.
Qualifications:
EDUCATION
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, physics or related field
WORK EXPERIENCE
- Three years in data analysis, preferably in a healthcare/research setting
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED
- N/A
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
- Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
- Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
- Strong background in computer programming
- Proficiency in Excel, Access and shell scripting strongly and ability to utilize multiple software applications
- Familiarity with common imaging tools and database experience and/or experience with neuroinformatic software beneficial
- Previous database project management experience preferred
- Experience in relational database design
- Knowledge of medical practices and terminology strongly preferred
- Excellent analytical / statistical skills
- Experience with report writers preferred
- Excellent communications skills and ability to interact well with medical staff
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ATTIRE
- Uniform No
- Scrubs No
- Business professional Yes
- Other (department approved) No
ON-CALL*
*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
- On Call* No
TRAVEL**
**Travel specifications may vary by department**
- May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
- May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist is one of the nation’s leading health systems and academic medical centers. Houston Methodist consists of eight hospitals: Houston Methodist Hospital, its flagship academic hospital in the heart of the Texas Medical Center, and seven community hospitals throughout the greater Houston area. Houston Methodist also includes an academic institute, a comprehensive residency program, a global business division, numerous physician practices and several free-standing emergency rooms and outpatient facilities. Overall, Houston Methodist employs more than 27,000 employees and is supported by a wide variety of business functions that operate at the system level to help enable clinical departments to provide high quality patient care.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested.
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