Data AnalystHouston Methodist • Houston, Mississippi, USA

Data Analyst

Houston Methodist • Houston, Mississippi, USA

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Overview

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.

Houston Methodist Standard

PATIENT AGE GROUP(S) AND POPULATION(S) SERVED

Refer to departmental Scope of Service and Provision of Care plans as applicable for description of primary age groups and populations served by this job for the respective HM entity.

HOUSTON METHODIST EXPERIENCE EXPECTATIONS

Provide personalized care and service by consistently demonstrating our I CARE values :

INTEGRITY : We are honest and ethical in all we say and do.

COMPASSION : We embrace the whole person including emotional ethical physical and spiritual needs.

ACCOUNTABILITY : We hold ourselves accountable for all our actions.

RESPECT : We treat every individual as a person of worth dignity and value.

EXCELLENCE : We strive to be the best at what we do and a model for others to emulate.

Practices the Caring and Serving Model

Delivers personalized service using HM Service Standards

Provides for exceptional patient / customer experiences by following our Standards of Practice of always using Positive Language (AIDET Managing Up Key Words)

Intentionally collaborates with other healthcare professionals involved in patients / customers or employees experiential journeys to ensure strong communication ease of access to information and a seamless experience

Involves patients (customers) in shift / handoff reports by enabling their participation in their plan of care as applicable to the given job

Actively supports the organizations vision fulfills the mission and abides by the I CARE values

Responsibilities

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

Bachelors degree in computer science engineering math physics or related field

WORK EXPERIENCE

Three years in data analysis preferably in a healthcare / research setting

License / Certification

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED

N / A

KSA / Supplemental Data

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

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 Research Institute was formed in 2004 to rapidly and efficiently translate discoveries made in the laboratory and the clinic into new diagnostics therapies and treatments. The research institute was created to provide the infrastructure and support for these endeavors and to house the technology and resources needed to make innovative breakthroughs in important areas of human disease. A 540000 square foot building dedicated to research the research institute houses over 1500 staff and trainees 284 principal investigators and has more than 570 ongoing clinical trials.

Required Experience :

Key Skills

Data Analytics,Microsoft Access,SQL,Power BI,R,Data Visualization,Tableau,Data Management,Data Mining,SAS,Data Analysis Skills,Analytics

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

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