Data Quality and Linkage Research Analyst (Research Analyst 4) LD

Initial Posting Date:

11/05/2024

Application Deadline:

11/13/2024

Agency:

Oregon Health Authority

Salary Range:

$5,747 - $8,831

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Data Quality and Linkage Research Analyst (Research Analyst 4) LD

Job Description:

The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Center for Health Protection, Health Care Regulation and Quality Improvement (HCRQI) section, EMS & Trauma Systems unit  in Portland, Oregon has a fantastic career opportunity for a Data Quality and Linkage Research Analyst (Research Analyst 4) which supports the HCRQI section by implementing the Oregon EMS and Trauma Data Strategic Plan.

This is a full-time, limited duration position and is represented by a union. The duration of this position is expected to last 17 months. Limited duration positions are benefit eligible.

What will you do?

As the Data Quality and Linkage Research Analyst you will be responsible for developing comprehensive evaluation tools to measure, monitor and visualize data quality in the Oregon Emergency Medical Services Information System (OR-EMSIS), Oregon Trauma Registry (OTR) and License Management System (LMS) data systems through informatics and analytical reporting.

This position is responsible for:

• Planning, leading, and managing the implementation of the Oregon EMS & Trauma Systems Program Data Quality Monitoring Plan and Public Health Data Linkage Project scoping process.
• Work with Oregon Public Health Division EMS and Trauma Systems Program and system partners to create interactive data dashboards that assess data quality and that identify areas for improvement at the state, regional and local levels.
• Support deployment of data dashboards to regional and local partners (including deployment, training, and permissions management).
• Serve as a subject matter expert on data quality and will be responsible for managing the quality of various data streams, including hospital emergency department data, hospital discharge data, specialty registry data, and emergency medical dispatch data.
• Create and update technical specifications and development of replicable workflows to update and maintain key data resources (e.g., data dictionaries and schemas).

What's in it for you?

The public health division is a team of passionate individuals working to promote health across the lifespan of individuals, families, and communities. We value and support unique perspectives using a trauma-informed approach and aim to reflect these values in our hiring practices, professional development, and workplace. We are committed to racial equity as a driving factor to improve health outcomes for all communities that experience inequities.

• We offer exceptional medical, vision and dental benefit packages for you and your qualified family members with minimal out-of-pocket costs (member cost share is as low as 1% - 5%). Try this free virtual benefits counselor by clicking here: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/pebb/pages/alex.aspx 
• Paid Leave Days:
  • 11 paid holidays each year.
  • 3 additional paid personal business days each year.
  • 8 hours of paid sick leave accrued each month.
  • 8 hours of vacation leave accrued each month with increases every 5 years.
• Pension and Retirement plans. After six months of service, you may qualify for the Public Employee Retirement System (PERS). New employees may be enrolled in the Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
• Student Loan Forgiveness; Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity. The PSLF program may forgive student loan balances after you’ve made the equivalent of 120 qualifying monthly payments. 
• Optional benefits include short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
• Continuous growth and development opportunities.
• Click here to learn more and access a summary of State of Oregon benefits.

The Oregon Health Authority is committed to:

• Eliminating health inequities in Oregon by 2030
• Becoming an anti-racist organization
• Developing and promoting culturally and linguistically appropriate programs, and
• Developing and retaining a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workforce that represents the diversity, cultures, strengths, and values of the people of Oregon.

Minimum Qualifications:

A Bachelor's Degree in any disciplines that included six-quarter units in statistics or quantitative analysis methods and procedures, and three years’ experience using computerized applications to independently gather, compile, and analyze data and prepare narrative or statistical reports. Two of the three years must have included coordinating complex research projects.

OR

Five years of research experience using computerized applications to independently gather, compile, and analyze data and prepare narrative or statistical reports. Two of the five years must have included coordinating complex research projects.

In addition to the above requirements, this position requires at least one or more of the following:

• Experience using advanced statistical or quantitative analysis computer applications.
• College-level course work in advanced statistics or quantitative analysis that includes such methods as multiple regression, factor analysis, analysis of variances, and discriminate analysis.

Desired Attributes:

• Proficient in application of reproducible analytics workflows using the R programming language.
• Experience working with relational databases, including SQL query.
• Ability to conduct descriptive analysis and conduct analysis that measures variability, relationship, and significance and communicate findings through narrative and data visualization.
• Experience summarizing and communicating technical information for various audiences.
• Experience or a working knowledge of EMS & Trauma systems of care.
• A master’s degree in epidemiology, biostatistics, health informatics, or related field.
• Experience and skill in project planning, management, documentation, and evaluation; including assessment of project goal completion by monitoring progress and taking corrective action when necessary.
• Knowledge and experience managing projects and document repositories using version control systems and project management tools such as Git.
• Knowledge and ability in grant writing and grant management.
• Knowledge of population-based public health promotion strategies.
• Knowledge and experience with text mining, forecasting, machine learning, or similar modeling applications.

Working Conditions:

(Hybrid) Most of this role’s job duties may be conducted remotely with full access to the needed operating systems and technology. There are times that work will need to be conducted onsite. On site work occurs in a standard office environment with no unusual physical demands or exposures.

Directions to Apply:

Please fill out the online application and submit a resume and cover letter telling us about yourself and how your personal (lived), educational, and/or professional experience qualifies you for this position.

• External Applicants: Click the “Apply” button and submit your application. Click this link for the External Candidate job aid, and view this video for additional information.
• Current State of Oregon employees: Apply through your employee Workday account. View this job aid for assistance.

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• Oregon Health Authority (OHA)
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Additional Information:

• Visa Sponsorships: Oregon Health Authority (OHA) does not offer VISA sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States.  OHA is an E-Verify employer and will use E-Verify to confirm that hires are authorized to work in the United States.
• Pay Scale: Upon receiving a salary offer, we will conduct a pay equity assessment using the information provided in your application to determine your salary placement upon hire. To ensure a comprehensive evaluation, please make certain your application materials are up-to-date and thorough. Include relevant details such as your work history, education, volunteer work, lived experiences, and any other pertinent information related to the position you are applying for. Please visit the Pay Equity Project homepage to learn more.
• Background Check: If you are offered employment, your offer will be contingent upon the positive outcome of an abuse check, criminal records check, and driving records check. The information will be shared with the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Office of Human Resources (OHR). Any criminal or founded abuse history will be reviewed and could result in the withdrawal of the offer or termination of employment.
• Veterans: If you are a veteran, you may receive veterans’ preference points. Click here for more information about veterans’ preference. If you checked that you are a veteran, you will receive a notice in your Workday inbox and will be required to provide your documents at that time. Veterans | Oregon Department of Veterans Affairs: 1-800-692-9666
• This recruitment may be used to establish a list of qualified applicants to fill current or future vacancies.

Questions?

If you have questions or would like assistance, including an accommodation request under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact Juan McGruder, HR Analyst, at juan.a.mcgruder@oha.oregon.gov.

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Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity, and Pay Equity:

The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected class under state or federal law. In addition, we do not discriminate, or screen applicants based on current or past compensation. To learn more about OHA’s mission, vision, and core values, click here.

The Oregon Health Authority is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to workforce diversity and anti-racism.