JOB SUMMARY

The Senior Data Analyst shares responsibility for the oversight of data analytics for the Quality & Patient Safety (QPS) department. The analyst researches, designs and maintains reports and dashboards, ensuring the quality and integrity of the information presented. The analyst supports departments and projects throughout the system, including those that track regulatory compliance metrics and fulfill external survey requirements.

EDUCATION AND RELATED EXPERIENCE

Required:

Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems or healthcare field Minimum of 5 years of data analysis experience in a healthcare setting Familiarity with Electronic Medical Record systems such as Meditech or Epic Able to interpret and translate complex technical specifications and develop related reports for management oversight Experienced/advanced Microsoft Office user Able to produce reports under minimal supervision to meet deadlines specified by departments and external agencies Service-oriented approach that can set priorities appropriately Strong analytical skills to address and resolve complex problems Able to work collaboratively with clinical and IT colleagues through effective interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills

Preferred:

Understanding of medical terminology and workflows Experience with Meditech BCA or similar dashboard software Facilitation of Leapfrog Survey and analysis of Leapfrog Safety Grade Experience working with complex healthcare data

SQL, SAP

Crystal Reports and Business Objects experience Experience with vendor reporting tools:

Abstraction Vendor:

MRO (formerly Q-Centrix):

Q-Apps Patient Experience Vendor:

NRC Health:

Experience Portal Location:

Merrimack Health

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Quality Schedule:

8:00am - 4:30pm