Medical Data
Resume:
Tan M. Vu
******@*****.***
Analytic professional with comprehensive knowledge of data collection
process, civilian and military healthcare delivery systems, strong SAS,
SPSS, and statistical skills, and ability to present research findings to
all audience levels. Strong work ethic, analytical mind set, mission
oriented team player able to build long-term relationships with all levels
of clients and peers with a track record of consistently meeting and
exceeding established goals and objectives.
SPECIALTIES
. Problem solving
. Statistical modeling
. Military and civilian healthcare delivery
EDUCATION
Master of Science in Health Services Research, Texas State University, San
Marcos, TX
Certificate in Biostatistics, Texas State University, San Marcos, TX
Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science, Southwest Texas State
University (Texas State University), San Marcos, TX
EXPERIENCE
Knowesis LLC supporting Air Force Medical Operation Agency (AFMOA), San
Antonio, TX, November 2012 to Present. Senior Consultant.
. Extract health care, population, workload, and financial data from
OPTIMART/M2/EAS IV using SAS, SQL Server and Business Objects. Perform
studies in response to analytic questions. Prepare results for display
and presentation.
. Develop projects improving business practices; thus improving data
reliability, validity, and timeliness.
. Providing monthly updates of HEDIS scores to commanders for appropriate
actions.
. Ad hoc analyses to support MTFs and leaderships business case analysis.
. Served as SME for appropriate data requirements to develop new metrics to
monitor MTFs' performances and to better serve population health.
Lockheed Martin Corporation supporting DHCAPE/TMA. San Antonio, TX, March
2012 to October 2012. Senior Health Economic Analyst.
. Extract health care, population, workload, and financial data from
MDR/M2/EAS IV using SAS and Business Objects. Perform studies in response
to analytic questions. Prepare results for display and presentation.
. Develop cost and reference tables for direct care inpatient, ambulatory,
and ancillary services data.
. Test and implement 3M Core Grouper Software (CGS) using Ambulatory
Payment Classifications (APC) and Diagnosis Related Groups (DRG).
. Develop and maintaining PPMRM and IBNR factors.
. Maintain data dictionaries for M2 and MDR.
. Provide subject matter expertise for direct care inpatient (SIDR) and
ancillary (Lab and Rad) data.
. Develop projects improving business practices; thus improving data
reliability, validity, and timeliness.
SRA International, Inc. supporting DHCAPE/TMA San Antonio, TX, April 2008
to March 2012. Healthcare Policy Analyst.
. Extract health care, population, workload, and financial data from
MDR/M2/EAS IV using SAS and Business Objects. Perform studies in response
to analytic questions. Prepare results for display and presentation.
. Develop cost tables, reference tables for inpatient, outpatient direct
care and ancillary services
. Perform Software testing and implementing: Core Grouper Software (3M
CGS), using 3M CGS to group Ambulatory Payment Classification ( APC) and
Diagnosis Related Group (DRG)
. Develop questionnaires survey development for Veteran Affair Clinical
Decision Support (VACDS)
. Perform statistical modeling as appropriate, including factor analysis,
logistic regression, multiple linear regression, ANOVA, T-test, ANCOVA,
and multivariate analysis.
. Maintain data dictionaries for M2 and MDR
Karta Technologies Inc. supporting Army Research Laboratory, Ft. Sam
Houston, TX, November 2006 to April 2008. Research Analyst
. Served as main statistician for multiple projects.
. Assisted subjects with testing process for research projects.
. Designed and implemented data collection, data conversion process, and
record keeping and documentation, and recorded statistical findings for
multiple projects.
. Co-author of articles published in professional journals.
Hill Country Memorial Hospital, Fredericksburg, TX, October 2002 to June
2006. Medical Technologist
Performed stat and routine clinical diagnostic testing.
Performed maintenance and trouble shooting for clinical diagnostic
instruments.
Supported development and implementation of quality improvement functions,
ensuring compliance with federal, state, and regulatory bodies.
Provided subject matter expertise for clinical diagnostic testing and
Laboratory Information System.
North Austin Medical, Austin, TX, June 2002 to June 2003. Medical
Technologist (PRN)
. Performed high complexity serological clinical diagnostic testing (HIV,
DNA Probe, ELISA).
. Evaluated and interpreted testing results.
. Performed quality control.
Seton Medical Center, Austin, TX, October 2000 to December 2002. Lead
Medical Technologist
. Performed low to high complexity clinical diagnostic testing.
. Professional staff training and technical support.
. Provided support for successful conflict resolution and training content
development.
HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE SKILLS
SAS, Business Objects, Microsoft Office, SPSS, 3M CGS, Meditech, CPSI,
SunQuest.
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Member (MT) American Society of College Pathologists (ASCP)
Member National Society of Clinical Laboratory Scientists (NSCLS)
Member-at-large Alamo Chapter Human Factors and Ergonomics Society
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