Data Analyst

Yosemite Pathology is a private independent pathologist owned and operated surgical pathology and cytology laboratory based in Modesto, CA. YP provides comprehensive state of the art, reliable, and accurate diagnostic services to its physicians and major area hospitals in the Alameda, Amador, Calaveras, Contra Costa, Kern, Mariposa, Merced, San Joaquin, Solano, Stanislaus and Tuolumne counties.

YP offers a full spectrum of tissue pathology, cytology, and histology services, including examination of gynecologic specimens, body fluids and fine needle aspiration specimens. We also offer an extensive array of special stains and immunohistochemistry to assist in the management of oncologic and non-oncologic diseases. The laboratory is supported by highly qualified Histotechnologist, Cytotechnologist, Technicians and office staff who offer excellent service.

Summary/Objective

The position of Data Analyst will be responsible for interpreting data and analyzing results across multiple databases.

Essential Functions

• Interpret data and analyze results using statistical techniques
• Acquire data from primary or secondary data sources and maintain databases/data systems
• Provide ongoing reports on a weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual basis
• Identify, analyze, and interpret trends or patterns in complex data sets
• Filter and "clean" data, and review computer reports, printouts, and performance indicators to locate and correct problems
• Work closely with management to prioritize business and information needs
• Develop and implement data collection systems and other strategies that optimize statistical efficiency and data quality
• Locate and define new process improvement opportunities
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Job Requirements and Key Skills Needed

• Proven working experience as a data analyst
• Strong work ethics, well organized and a self-starter
• Ability to interact with employees and vendors in a professional manner
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced and high volume environment
• Technical expertise regarding data models, database design development, data mining and segmentation techniques
• Knowledge of and experience with reporting using Excel and Power BI
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong problem solving skills
• Adept at queries, report writing and presenting findings

Compensation and Benefits:

• The compensation range is $68,000 - $85,000 annually (non-exempt) paid semi-monthly on an eight (8) hour per day, forty (40) hour per week. Final salary offer subject to multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise, geographic location of the role, and current market data.
• 401(k) includes an employer match up to 4%
• Robust health plans including dental, vision, life, and mental health support.
• Offer generous annual vacation and sick time
• 10 paid holidays
• Annual scrub allowance for Lab roles

Work Environment

This position operates in an office environment and involves frequent time spent at a desk using a computer. This position works individually, as well as with peers and supervisors frequently.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.