QUALITY DATA ANALYST

Position Highlights

Department:Quality

Hours: 28.00 per week

Location: This is an in office position.

Position Summary

Under the Director of Quality and Patient Safety direction,the Quality Data Analyst will conduct readmission data validation, analysis and interpretation to drive improvements with all cause and disease specific readmission rates in alignment with Middlesex Health Quality Improvement and Patient Safety programmatic goals.

Responsible for operationalizing all tools and techniques necessary to quantifiably improve quality processes and outcomes.

Responsibilities

Designs and produces timely, meaningful and accurate readmission data analysis and data interpretation regarding all cause and disease specific datasets, related to the organization's initiatives.

Utilizes EPIC reporting tools such as Cogito, reporting workbench and slicer dicer as well as Power BI and CHIME Data for analyzing quality metrics.

Conducts data validation and interprets data accurately to produce clear and comprehensive written analyses, graphs, tables, etc. for diverse internal audiences, ensures that reported data is accurate and reliable.

Acts as co-chair of Readmission Committee. Demonstrates competence and good judgment in verbal and written skills presentations, including ability to plan content, develop presentations, use audiovisual aids; is articulate and poised in presenting to individuals as well as larger audiences.

Oversees dissemination of information related to reports to appropriate administrators, department heads, staff.

Plans, organizes, and prioritizes assignments related to the organization's initiatives.

Performs new and ongoing projects as assigned by Director.

Ensures that design of new processes, or redesign of current processes, will incorporate patient safety principles and an emphasis on the important hospital and patient care functions.

Acts as a resource/adviser and/or team facilitator for quality improvement teams.

Conducts QI education and consultation for hospital employees and medical staff, both formally and informally.

Participates in surveys as needed or requested.

Takes responsibility for meeting all timelines and for notifying management of any significant incidents, deficiencies or delinquencies. Utilizes available resources to facilitate problem solving and takes responsibility for finding solutions. Continues to educate self regarding health care quality.

This role has the possibility of acting in a dual capacity being a back up to the Cipherhealth platform.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in healthcare related field

2+ years of related healthcare data analytical experience required

Strong analytical skills required

Advanced skills with EPIC Cogito, reporting workbench, and Slicer Dicer is required

Demonstrates proficiency with root cause analysis

Ability to effectively interact with, and present findings to various levels of the organization

Ability to document processes and analyses for reference/re-use required.

Excellent technical, interpersonal, written and oral communication skills required.

Knowledge related to claims, utilization and ICD-10 codes preferred.

Excellent critical thinking project management and communication skills, including the ability to identify stakeholders, plan steps, coordinate responsibilities to accomplish goals and objectives in a timely manner

Computer literacy with Google suite, Microsoft Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint

Deadline driven/competent and resiliency of change management

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with quality and safety data analytics

3-5 years of progressive leadership/management experience

Certification in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ or similar certification) or willingness to obtain certification

Comprehensive Benefits Offered

Competitive and affordable benefits package

Shift Differentials

Continuing Education assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan relief through Fiducius

Quick commute access from I-84, Route 9 and surrounding areas

About Middlesex Health

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