Clinical Data Analyst

Clinical Data Analyst Corona, CA Job Details Full-time $40.86 - $50.48 an hour 9 hours ago Qualifications Performance dashboard reports Collaborate with healthcare professionals Dashboard development Power BI Data visualization software proficiency Regulatory reporting Internal compliance auditing Data reporting Mid-level Improving operational efficiency Master's degree SQL CMS regulatory compliance EMR/EHR Analysis skills Outlier detection Bachelor's degree IT experience within healthcare Data quality monitoring Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Data validation Healthcare data collection Excel formulas Hospital regulatory compliance Hospital experience Data extraction Internal audits Hospital process improvement Excel data analysis Database software proficiency Full Job Description Position Summary The Clinical Data Analyst is responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting clinical and operational data to support informed decision-making across the organization. This role partners with clinical, operational, and IT teams to develop reports, dashboards, and insights that improve patient outcomes, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance. Key Responsibilities Extract, analyze, and validate data from clinical systems (e.g., EHR, financial, operational systems) Develop and maintain reports and dashboards using tools such as Power BI, SQL, or Excel Support hospital operations through reporting on key metrics (e.g., DNFB, LOS, case mix index, patient volumes) Collaborate with clinical, finance, and operational teams to understand reporting needs and deliver actionable insights Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and consistency across reporting platforms Assist in regulatory and compliance reporting (e.g., HCAI, CMS, internal audits) Identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities for process improvement Support data requests from leadership, departments, and external stakeholders Document reporting processes, data definitions, and workflows Participate in data validation, testing, and system upgrades (e.g., EHR enhancements, migrations) Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree (Masters preferred) Minimum 1 year of experience in data analysis (healthcare experience preferred) Proficiency in SQL for data extraction and manipulation Experience with reporting/visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, or similar) Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas, data analysis) Ability to communicate data insights clearly to non-technical stakeholders Preferred Qualifications Experience working with EHR systems such as Paragon, Epic Systems, or Cerner Knowledge of healthcare metrics (DNFB, LOS, readmissions, case mix index, etc.) Familiarity with healthcare regulatory reporting requirements (HCAI, CMS) Experience in a hospital or healthcare system environment Understanding of data governance and data quality best practices