Clinical Quality Informatics Analyst II

Harris Health System is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients, through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health's robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet® nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center; and the Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine at the University of Houston. Job Summary The Clinical Quality Informatics Analyst II is responsible for managing the collection, organization and input of complex data and information obtained in the Quality Programs for the district. Responsible creating and maintaining complex, information based, quality intelligence deliverables using multiple internal and external quality database resources. Utilizes Business Intelligence reporting tools to provide analytical insights, data extracts, reports and/or dashboard visualizations to facilitate discovery of new opportunities, support data-informed decision-making for identified challenges as well as develop new and enhance existing metrics to analyze ongoing performance metrics. Demonstrates the primary components of expert clinical information analysis, consultation, education and serves as a resource for data extraction of pertinent quality metrics and other quality initiatives. Monitors and prioritizes the Clinical Quality Analytics report and data consultation requests as a collaborative member of the Clinical Quality Analytics team, enhances patient safety and quality by giving full representation to the needs of the clinical and medical staff. Acts as an expert resource for clinical systems and serves as the liaison between quality management and information systems and provides end-user functional support for quality applications. Supports and mentors Level I analysts with their project work and provides technical guidance with analytic tools being used.

Minimum Qualifications Degrees:

Associate Degree in Nursing (or) Bachelor of Science in Nursing (or) Bachelor of Science in Informatics, Health Data or other healthcare related field Masters Degree; Nursing, Informatics, health data or other healthcare related field preferred

Licenses & Certifications:

Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) Six Sigma Yellow Belt LSSYB or Change leader/RPI training (examples) or accrual within 2 years Registered Nurse; Licensed to practice nursing in the State of Texas preferred

Work Experience:

Six (6) years work experience which includes three (3) experience in Quality/Clinical Regulatory requirements knowledge and understanding and three (3) years experience in Healthcare with clinical experience and relevant experience in an analytical function utilizing Business Intelligence reporting tools, synthesizing data, compiling data into reports, and communication of findings to stakeholders

Management Experience:

Three (3) Years project management experience with the ability to manage own projects from start to completion; Independently conducting meetings with minimal guidance from department leadership

Communication Skills:

Above Average Verbal Communication (Heavy Public Contact) Exceptional Verbal (Public Speaking)

Writing/Correspondence Writing/Reports Proficiencies:

MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Excel, P.C., Typing 20 wpm

Job Attributes Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Analytical, Design, Medical Terms, Statistical Work Schedule:

Eligible for

Telecommute Equipment Operated:

Photocopier, Personal Computer, 10-Key Calculator, Fax Machine, Recorder, Window-Based Software Programs, etc.

Other Requirements:

Is self-directed with organizational and priority setting skills. Proficient in report writing tools (Business Intelligence) and database development. Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Access; typing and organizational skills. Evidence of independent research and analytical problem solving skills. Exceptional time management and organizational skills; Ability to effectively handle numerous priorities simultaneously; Ability to serve the Quality Programs department and Harris Health System as a clinical subject matter expert; Strong knowledge of study design and evaluative techniques; Demonstrates ability to identify problem areas and take initiative to identify and implement appropriate solutions; Self-motivated.