What are the responsibilities and job description for the QUALITY DATA ANALYST - CORE CENTER position at Cook County Health & Hospitals System?
Job Title: Quality Data Analyst - CORE Center
Department: CORE Center
Location: Ruth M. Robinson CORE Center
Shift: 08:00 AM - 4:00 PM
This position is exempt from Career Service under the CCH Personnel Rules.
Job Summary
The Quality Data Analyst is responsible for collecting, analyzing and reporting on clinical quality data in accordance with guidelines from the federal, state and local governments, regulatory agencies and System department managers. This position works closely with IT to obtain or abstract data for reports required by System and hospital leadership; and supports CCHHS’s compliance requirements with various regulatory agencies by developing reports that reflect on-going quality improvement activities. In addition, assists with education programs/initiatives to improve collection of data and accuracy; and assist with developing measurable indicators and appropriate data collection methodologies. Performs other duties as assigned.
Typical Duties
- Collects/abstracts data and validate data for regulatory reporting compliance throughout CCHHS.
- Works with IT to obtain electronic and manual reports for data analyses.
- Analyzes data and perform trend analysis to identify problematic areas and assist in developing activities that will support positive outcomes.
- Prepares report data for submission to federal, regulatory and proprietary databases as required for the purposes of quality management, regulatory compliance and financial reimbursement.
- Assists with training CCHHS departments on data accuracy, data validation and quality management tools.
- Assists with researching and developing measurable quality metrics.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or higher-level degree from an accredited college or university (Must provide official transcript at time of interview).
- Minimum of three (3) years of work experience in data analysis within a healthcare environment.
- Experience with database management and reporting.
- Experience working with quality management principles and practices.
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- Intermediate proficiency in Excel.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Public Health, Public Policy or Hospital Administration.
- Experience with federal data warehouses such as Quality Net.
- Prior experience with project management.
- Advanced proficiency in data management using Microsoft Excel and Access.
- Knowledge of basic statistical analysis.
- Knowledge of Six Sigma tools and techniques.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Must be detail oriented and have high standards of accuracy.
- Ability to understand complex problems and draw appropriate conclusions.
- Ability to work independently or as a member of a team to achieve department objectives.
- Ability to evaluate computer and system issues with IT assistance, as required.
- Ability to work collaboratively with departments, management and regulatory agencies/federal and state government to prepare reports.
This position is functioning within a healthcare environment. The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements. This includes but is not limited to the following policies and procedures: complying with Personal Protective Equipment requirements, hand washing and sanitizing practices, complying with department specific engineering and work practice controls and any other work area safety precautions as specified by hospital wide policy and departmental procedures.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel so classified.
For purposes of the American with Disabilities Act, “Typical Duties” are essential job functions.
VETERAN PREFERENCE
- Meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
- Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question by answering yes to the question, “Are you a Military Veteran?”
- Attach a copy of their DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (Notice of Separation at time of application filing. Please note: If you have multiple DD214s, 215s, or NGB 22S, please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11). Discharge papers must list an Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable.
VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER’S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW
MUST MEET REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION
BENEFITS PACKAGE:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Basic Term Life Insurance
- Pension Plan and Deferred Compensation Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
- You may also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
- Degrees awarded outside the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States' territories and Canada must be credentialed by an approved U.S. credential evaluation service belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents must be presented at time of interview.
- Please note all offers of Employment are contingent upon the following conditions: satisfactory professional & employment references, healthcare and criminal background checks, appropriate licensure/certifications and the successful completion of a physical and pre-employment drug screen.
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