Marin City Health and Wellness Center is hiring: Data Analyst in San Rafael

SUMMARY:

The Data Analyst supports Marin City Health and Wellness Center by facilitating the collection, analysis, reporting, and sharing of clinical and non-clinical data for the providers of Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) of MCHWC, and external entities, as required. The position will report to the Chief Medical Officer.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Serve as subject matter expert on program, state, and federal reporting requirements (e.g., UDS.) for Marin City Health and Wellness Center, Bayview-Hunter’s Point, and Women’s Health Center.
• Collaborate and consult with data analysts at member health centers to ensure the appropriate data is being captured for MCHWC programs and federal reporting.
• Maintain Access database of health center Uniform Data System (UDS) files.
• Extract, analyze and visualize data from databases to derive regional and network insights to support MCHWC operations.
• Create data collateral (visualizations, graphs, presentations, etc.) to support MCHWC’s organizational efforts.
• Collaborate with the Quality Improvement and Risk Manager to support training and technical assistance efforts focused on building data skills and data driven decision making throughout the organization.
• Identify and address data requirements, and data quality issues. Analyze population, and disease specific and relevant quality measure data.
• Organize and facilitate collaborative workgroups among local Health Centers focused on EHR optimization to improve data capture and the care team experience.
• Provide data validation and analytics support to M systems and Clinical Data Warehouse initiatives. Participate in arranging for the collection of clinical and other data from participating health centers.
• Work with MCHWC program leads to design reporting templates and methodology to meet contractual requirements.
• Develop or contribute to grant applications and program reports.
• Work collaboratively with both internal staff and external organizations.
• Travel to local and in-state member sites or conferences/meetings as required.
• Exercise prudent judgment and confidentiality regarding association, member, and client information.
• Perform any other department or agency-related duties or special projects as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be able to build strong relationships and work collaboratively with all levels of individuals within various agencies, FQHC leaders, advocates, community partners and other stakeholders.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, OneNote, PowerPoint, Outlook), Zoom and Internet. Experience with SharePoint and Access databases is a plus.
• Working knowledge and experience with the use of clinical and administrative data to support quality improvement for patient care and operations.
• Experience with querying data from databases.
• Experience with visualization software like Tableau or PowerBI and/or ESRI ArcGIS is a plus.
• Working knowledge of or experience with electronic health record systems.
• Must be highly detail-oriented and have excellent organizational and time management skills. Ability to multi-task, manage and prioritize various and differing projects, as well as work effectively toward numerous deadlines.
• Ability to analyze problems and recommend effective solutions
• Show initiative in resolving issues/challenges proactively and identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and maximum accountability. High degree of independence, flexibility, initiative, and commitment is required.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License and must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree preferably in data science, business analytics, computer science, or a related field. Experience in lieu of degree will be considered. Minimum of 2 years of demonstrated skills and background in data analytics. Experience working in a health care setting, preferably with a FQHC and/or in an ambulatory/outpatient setting.

EQUIPMENT/MACHINERY:  Fax machine, copier, personal computer, telephone, calculator, Microsoft Word/Excel, EHR system, and other software as required.

• PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Stand and walk or sit alternatively depending on the specific needs of the day. An estimated 20% of the time is spent on feet and 80% sitting at a desk.
• Have occasional need to perform the following physical activities: bend/stoop/squat, climb stairs, push or pull, reach above shoulders.
• Have occasional need to perform standing and walking activities.
• A constant need to perform the following physical activities: writing/typing, grasping/turning, finger dexterity.
• Lifting/carrying over 10 pounds occasionally. Lifting/carrying less than 10 pounds frequently.
• Vision requirements: the constant need to complete forms, read reports, view computer screen. Frequent need to see small detail. Frequent need to see things clearly beyond arm's reach.
• Hearing requirements: constant need to communicate over telephone and in person.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:   Must have the ability to travel frequently to conduct site visits [San Rafael, Marin City and San Francisco], to attend meetings and events, must use own transportation

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.