Healthcare Data Analyst Job at Kootenai Health in Coeur D'Alene

Healthcare Data Analyst

Position Summary
Works collaboratively with data and reporting and the database administrator to help produce effective production management and utilization management reports in support of performance management related to quality, safety, utilization, cost, and risk from a variety of data sources.

Responsibilities
•Monitors data integrity and quality of reports on a regular basis
•Develops, implements, and enhances evaluation and measurement models for quality and operational department programs, projects, and initiatives for maximum effectiveness
•Recommends improvements to processes, programs, and initiatives using analytical skills and a variety of reporting tools
•Determines the most appropriate approach for internal and external report design, production, and distribution specific to the relevant audience
•Performs a variety of tasks
•A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required
•Performs other related duties as assigned
•Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field
•Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
•Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function.
•Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned

Requirements and Minimum Qualifications
•Bachelor's degree required; 4 years' related experience may be accepted in lieu of a Bachelor's degree
•Master's degree preferred
•3 years of experience in data analysis required, in addition to education requirement
•Relational database experience required, such as SQL (SSMS). Experience with data visualization/ reporting tools such as SSRS, Tableau, Qlik, etc., preferred
•Experience in data analysis techniques required (queries, drills, sorting, formulas)
•Experience with statistical analysis concepts required
•Strong organizational and communication skills required

About Kootenai Health

Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed health care organization, serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as both an employer and a health care provider. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions, including being recognized as a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet™ Status for Nursing Excellence.

As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:

• Kootenai Health offers comprehensive medical plan options, including options for fully paid employer premiums for our full-time employees. For part-time employees, we offer the same plan options with affordable part-time premiums. In addition to medical insurance, we offer many voluntary benefits ranging from dental and vision to life and pet insurance. Kootenai Health also offers well-being resources and telemedicine service options to all employees, regardless of benefit eligibility. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
• Kootenai Health's tuition assistance program is available after 90 days. If you want to further your education, we'll help you pay for it
• Kootenai Health sponsors retirement plans for employees that enable you to save money on a pre-tax and Roth after tax basis for your retirement. Kootenai Health will match your contributions based on years of service ranging from 3-6 percent.
• Competitive salaries with night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials
• An award-winning and incentive-driven wellness program. Including a MyHealth corporate team, onsite financial seminars, and coaching
• Employees receive discounts at The Wellness Bar, PEAK Fitness, and more
• Robust and interactive employee referral program
• And much more

If you strive to be an integral part of a high-quality healthcare system like Kootenai Health, we want to meet you!

Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.