Clinical Analyst Associate

Role Overview

• Ensures integrity, accuracy, validity and comprehensiveness of data
• Collects data from electronic and paper documents
• Verifies accuracy of collected data and adheres to standards; requires the ability to resolve conflicts with data and detailed understanding of data definitions
• Presents statistical information
• Uses statistical techniques to describe and evaluate data and uses process analysis tools for the display, interpretation and presentation of data for management and organization action
• Determines data needs and preferred data source
• Defines report needs
• Assists in development of program(s) to create reports
• Evaluates report requests and provides reports as requested to customers
• Participates in development of data variables, collection processes, standards, and data dictionaries
• Works with internal and external data providers to ensure accurate data is available in a timely and accessible manner
• Integrates standards of care/clinical guidelines/protocols in collaboration with multidisciplinary groups and evaluates for process and outcomes improvement
• Identifies opportunities that impede attainment of clinical performance and outcomes
• Participates in enterprise wide, multidisciplinary group activities (ex: QSOC, Medical Staff Quality, Disease Specific)
• Works on practice and process improvements
• Analyzes data to identify patterns and trends areas for improvement
• Facilitates and serves as a resource for the development and implementation of action plans for process and practice improvements
• Reports analysis of data and incorporates findings into the development of action plans
• Measures and evaluates implemented changes/actions
• Reports demonstrated efficiency and quality of improved patient care, system processes and professional practices to key stakeholders
• Provides educational offerings for staff and physicians related to quality topics
• Participates in general orientation for new employees, as requested

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in health related fields or RN required
• 5 years experience in health related field required
• Experience with healthcare data in a healthcare organization strongly preferred
• Competent with personal computers and database management
• Good knowledge of nursing documentation practices and resource tools
• Understands medical terminology including diagnosis and procedure codes
• Understands patient identification processes and processes in patient management
• Ability to successfully complete generic, department, and database-specific skills
• Maintains professional competency and licensure, if applicable

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short
• and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program