What are the responsibilities and job description for the Data Analyst - PCCI position at Parkland Health?
Interested in a career with both meaning and growth? Whether your abilities are in data science, technology, research ,engineering, project management or one of the many other areas of healthcare administration and support, everyone at PCCI works together to fulfill our mission: pioneering new ways to health. By joining PCCI, you become part of a diverse healthcare legacy that’s served our community for more than 10years. Put your project management skills to work with us, seek opportunities to learn and join a talented team where positive health outcomes are more than a job. It’s our passion.
Primary Purpose Responsible for assisting with the operational responsibilities of data analysis and reporting functions for assigned area in order to assist management in the successful analysis and achievement of goals.
Minimum Specifications
Education - Must have a Bachelor's degree in a related field such as healthcare, business administration, information technologies, data analytics or management information systems. - Prefer a Master's degree in a related field.
Experience - Must have two (2) years of experience in analysis of healthcare or business related data and information systems.
Equivalent Education and/or Experience - May have an equivalent combination of education and experience to substitute for both the education and the experience requirements.
Certification/Registration/Licensure - Current license or certification in area of clinical expertise may be required.
Required Tests for Placement - None
Skills or Special Abilities - Must have good verbal and written communication skills. - Must be able to demonstrate a basic knowledge of program evaluation methods, statistical analysis, research skills, management information systems, and strategic planning. - Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in personal computer usage. - Must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of statistical analysis, database design and analysis and management information systems. - Must be able to demonstrate knowledge with regard to the software application used in the assigned area. (Some areas use statistical software such as SPSS or SAS.) - Prefer a working knowledge of Microsoft SQL. Responsibilities 1. Assists with statistical analysis and production of reports, using data from a variety of sources, for use in management and/or clinical decisions. Applies appropriate statistical and validation tools to ensure data accuracy. 2. Validates data analysis generated internally and externally for reasonableness and accuracy, using knowledge and experience. 3. Interprets information used to develop reports. Performs analysis and trending reports that include graphic presentations and statistical summaries for use by management and/or clinical staff. 4. Designs, installs, implements, and evaluates existing or new database applications, tables, and files. Recommends improvements as needed. 5. Maintains status of assigned tasks and provides feedback to management to ensure proper priorities are maintained and that management is aware of project issues. 6. Assists with application development and support of custom software tools used within assigned department. 7. Assists in maintaining departmental databases used for reporting and analysis. Assists with departmental system support where applicable. Identifies and recommends improvements in the departments data storage and reporting capabilities. 8. Directs the day-to-day operations and utilization of the database system, maintaining its integrity, including performance tuning and monitoring, back-up, and recovery. Isolates and resolves problems affecting database as whole or in part. 9. Assists internal and external customers with data requests and analysis. Serves as a resource for information to the staff and managers. 10. Works with management team to implement new projects and directives. Monitors and reports the results of project or directive implementation to management.
Parkland Health and Hospital System prohibits discrimination based on age (40 or over), race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, national origin, marital status, political belief, or veteran status. As part of our commitment to our patients and employees’ wellness, Parkland Health is a tobacco and smoke-free campus.
Primary Purpose Responsible for assisting with the operational responsibilities of data analysis and reporting functions for assigned area in order to assist management in the successful analysis and achievement of goals.
Minimum Specifications
Education - Must have a Bachelor's degree in a related field such as healthcare, business administration, information technologies, data analytics or management information systems. - Prefer a Master's degree in a related field.
Experience - Must have two (2) years of experience in analysis of healthcare or business related data and information systems.
Equivalent Education and/or Experience - May have an equivalent combination of education and experience to substitute for both the education and the experience requirements.
Certification/Registration/Licensure - Current license or certification in area of clinical expertise may be required.
Required Tests for Placement - None
Skills or Special Abilities - Must have good verbal and written communication skills. - Must be able to demonstrate a basic knowledge of program evaluation methods, statistical analysis, research skills, management information systems, and strategic planning. - Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in personal computer usage. - Must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of statistical analysis, database design and analysis and management information systems. - Must be able to demonstrate knowledge with regard to the software application used in the assigned area. (Some areas use statistical software such as SPSS or SAS.) - Prefer a working knowledge of Microsoft SQL. Responsibilities 1. Assists with statistical analysis and production of reports, using data from a variety of sources, for use in management and/or clinical decisions. Applies appropriate statistical and validation tools to ensure data accuracy. 2. Validates data analysis generated internally and externally for reasonableness and accuracy, using knowledge and experience. 3. Interprets information used to develop reports. Performs analysis and trending reports that include graphic presentations and statistical summaries for use by management and/or clinical staff. 4. Designs, installs, implements, and evaluates existing or new database applications, tables, and files. Recommends improvements as needed. 5. Maintains status of assigned tasks and provides feedback to management to ensure proper priorities are maintained and that management is aware of project issues. 6. Assists with application development and support of custom software tools used within assigned department. 7. Assists in maintaining departmental databases used for reporting and analysis. Assists with departmental system support where applicable. Identifies and recommends improvements in the departments data storage and reporting capabilities. 8. Directs the day-to-day operations and utilization of the database system, maintaining its integrity, including performance tuning and monitoring, back-up, and recovery. Isolates and resolves problems affecting database as whole or in part. 9. Assists internal and external customers with data requests and analysis. Serves as a resource for information to the staff and managers. 10. Works with management team to implement new projects and directives. Monitors and reports the results of project or directive implementation to management.
Parkland Health and Hospital System prohibits discrimination based on age (40 or over), race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, national origin, marital status, political belief, or veteran status. As part of our commitment to our patients and employees’ wellness, Parkland Health is a tobacco and smoke-free campus.
