Clinical Data System Analyst

Description
Title:
Clinical Data System Analyst

Base Salary Range:
$52,000 -$58,000 plus benefits

FTE
: Full-Time - Exempt

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced
Clinical Data System Analyst
who wants to make a difference in our community. We want to hear from you if you thrive in a fast-paced, caring, and compassionate environment

Our Mission:
The Mission of South Central Family Health Center is to improve the quality of life for the diverse Community of inner city Los Angeles by providing affordable and comprehensive health care and education in a welcoming and multi-cultural environment. To lead the way in health care in South Los Angeles, as the premier provider and employer of choice offering comprehensive, high quality, affordable, efficient, and culturally responsive services.

General Summary
: As an integral part of the quality team, the Clinical Data System Analyst serves as the link between our health systems, medical providers, and quality department. In order to report accurately, the Clinical Data System Analyst will supervise the data in our EMR system and other supporting Systems. The ideal candidate will have to perform some of the following essential duties.

• Collaborate with the IT Director to ensure appropriate equipment and systems are available.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity, accuracy, and consistency.
• Perform remote troubleshooting and diagnostics with vendors, and users
• Participate in EHR system maintenance upgrades and patches to debug before Production launch.
• Significant experience in all facets of IT, including systems applications, database administration, and reporting software.
• Assist in APM (Alternative payment model) and reporting capabilities in grant reporting
• Collaborate with IT and informatics teams to enhance EHR system functionality and user experience.
• Export and analyze data from EHR systems to identify and resolve quality issues.
• Develop and implement procedures to improve data collection, analysis, and quality.
• Work with 3rd party vendors to integrate new features, enhance EHR software, and advance technological capabilities.
• Ensure EHR systems and data processes comply with regulatory requirements, including UDS, OSHPD, Title X, HQM, HEDIS and other grant-related documentation.
• Prepare and review visual maps or dashboards to illustrate trends and support regulatory reporting.
• Train and educate users on data quality principles, EHR functionalities, and best practices.
• Analyze exception reports and data trends to identify and resolve system or process issues.
• Make formal recommendations to leadership on data quality improvements and system enhancements.

Qualifications Education And Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Bachelor's degree in information systems or Related Field In lieu of degree, equivalent education and/or experience may be considered.
• Master's Degree Preferred
• Must have minimum 3 years' experience in informatics, EMR, health education, public health, nursing or other related fields.
• The Clinical Data System Analyst ideally has at least 2 years of healthcare experience and is highly adept using power BI, excel and other analysis and visualization tools.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Familiarity with networking concepts, protocols, and basic server administration
• Proficient in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, SQL, Python, R) and data visualization platforms (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Experience with ticketing systems and remote support tools
• Strong verbal and written interpersonal and communication skills, superior telephone etiquette, and an ability to deal effectively with customers, peers, and management.
• Excellent organizational, project management and problem-solving skills
• Computer knowledge, Microsoft Office products (Word/Excel), communication systems and internet search capabilities.

Licensure and Certifications

• Current California Driver's License and Automobile insurance.
• Relevant certifications in IT support (e.g., CompTIA A+, Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician) and data analysis (e.g., Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate, Microsoft Certified Data Analyst Associate).

Top benefits or perks:
As a team member at South Central Family Health Center, you'll enjoy competitive wages and generous benefits:

• Benefits: Health Care, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 403 (b) Retirement plan
• Education Reimbursement Career development: Entry-level employees have opportunities to work in management, HR or other areas of the company.