Patient Safety Data Analyst Services

Overview

The PSDA supports the development of clinical databases and the supporting documentation. The position conducts requested data management activities related to assigned projects such as: specification development, database set-up activities, validation steps, quality assurance & data extracts procedures working in accordance with all applicable local procedures and associated regulatory requirements. This position focuses on assisting with analyzing data and deriving insights from clinical and safety data sources to generate evidence and support decision making across the organization.

LMI is a private government consulting firm, dedicated exclusively to advancing the management of the government. Founded in 1961 as a not-for-profit company, we deliver the best value for the government dollar as all revenues are directed to our mission of advancing government rather than to delivering shareholder value. We operate completely free of political and commercial bias, and we are entirely aligned with the goals of our clients. Our clients value our Specialized services in logistics, intelligence, homeland security, health care, and energy and environment markets. We believe government can make a difference, and we seek talented, hardworking people who share that conviction. We offer a generous compensation package with excellent benefits that start the first day of employment. Business casual dress, flex time, and tuition reimbursement are a few of our many work-life benefits available to our employees.

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• A bachelor’s degree, preferably in a healthcare-related field, Business Administration (BA), Information Systems (IS), or equivalency in degree programs that include data analysis and statistical analysis
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience at a healthcare facility
• Experience in an inpatient or outpatient medical facility is required, military healthcare experience highly desired
• Proficiency skills in Microsoft Suite of tools including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required
• The ability to work independently, organize time, and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Possess the ability for “attention to detail" and the ability to effectively communicate PS concepts to leadership and DHA Patient Safety
• Effective team and interpersonal skills
• Must possess ability to work collaboratively with RM and QM; sits on the Executive team and fills in for the PSM as needed. Government PSM will work side by side with the PSAC rather than a supervisory role over the PSAC. The PSM and PSAC align with the SGH/CMO of the organization
• Must have strong analytic skills related to identifying problems, investigating to find facts, and recommend logical solutions. These include data analytic abilities with advanced excel spreadsheets, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, and possibly Tableau
• Experience with data visualization and presentation to MTF Senior Leaders
• Experience with Joint Patient Safety Reporting (JPSR) highly recommended

• Strong understanding of data sources, such as clinical trial data, electronic health records, and other healthcare databases
• Other duties as assigned supporting patient safety initiatives.

Desired Skills:

• Military health experience is highly desired
• Knowledge of The Joint Commissions (TJCs) accreditation standards, process, PS initiatives, and patient safety goals is preferred
• Experience with performing CSAs, PRAs, and Performance Improvement (PIs) are highly desirable but able to be acquired after DHA start
• Understanding of Microsoft Access, Visual Basic, and SQL is preferred.