Neurosurgery Research Clinical Data Analyst

Department:

38150 Wake Forest University Health Sciences - Department: Neurosurgery

Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hours Per Week:

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Weekdays

JOB SUMMARY

Supports multiple, strategic, complex, cross-boundary projects, services and associated deliverables related to data analysis activities. Acts as a senior internal consultant in the identification, implementation, and/or development of clinical, quality, and financial analytical models to demonstrate value and/or increase the value of services. Functions as a strategic and tactical resource. This is ONSITE in Winston-Salem, NC.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration or related field or being a Licensed RN required.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Three years' experience in data analysis or related area is required.
• Experience in a healthcare environment with coursework or experience in statistics, business writing, financial analysis, planning, and marketing preferred
• Black Belt (BB) certification preferred.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Oversees data management activities for assigned projects. Serves as primary contact between clinical leadership and Performance Analytics department in data related issues.

Leads assigned projects by applying project management skills, statistical and data management techniques to facilitate better decision making, improve business operations and discover, improve, develop new methods of data dissemination.

Plans, develops and monitors timelines for statistical and data management activities for assigned projects.

Determines data required for projects and identifies data to satisfy informational needs.

Ensures appropriate data analysis is performed and validates the accuracy and integrity of the data output. .

Assists with development of and progress on implementation plans by providing support related to collection, organization, and monitoring of data and timelines. Coordinates monthly implementation status report for leadership.

Prepares presentation materials that are concise, accurate, and clear to ensure clarity and appropriately respond to customer informational needs.

Assists in the development and implementation of new statistical and data management methodologies to improve current/future decision making and medical center processes.

Serves as key resource and team member within the Department. Ensures high quality service to customers by maintaining knowledge and skills for self-development.

Adheres to the general hospital standards to promote a cooperative work environment by utilizing communication skills, interpersonal relationships and team building.

Performs other duties as assigned.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to communicate on a professional level with all Medical Center personnel
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills
• High attention to detail
• Time management skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Strong computer application skills including word processing, spreadsheet, business graphics, database management and programming
• Ability to handle a variety of projects and tasks simultaneously and balance competing deadlines
• Knowledge of healthcare information systems, services, operations, and deliverysystems

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Clean, comfortable, office environment
• Some travel required
• Ability to work hours outside of normal Monday-Friday, 8-5 p.m. schedule as required

Pay Range

$32.45 - $48.70

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

About Advocate Health 

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.