Behavioral Health Data Analyst

International Health and Medical Services•El Paso, TX

About The Position

This position is contingent upon award The Behavioral Health Data Lead to oversee the management, analysis, and interpretation of health data within our organization. The Health Data Lead will play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and security of health data, as well as extracting valuable insights to inform decision-making and improve healthcare outcomes. This position offers an excellent opportunity for a data-driven professional to contribute to the advancement of healthcare delivery and population health management.

Requirements

Experience in health data management, analytics, or related role, with demonstrated expertise in data analysis, interpretation, and reporting.
Proficiency in statistical software (e.g., SAS, R, Python), database management systems (e.g., SQL), and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
Knowledge of healthcare regulations, data privacy laws (e.g., HIPAA), and industry standards for health data management and security.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Certification in health informatics, data analytics, or related field preferred.
Minimum of 21 years of age.
Must maintain current/physical residency in the continental U.S.
Pass a medical examination conducted by a licensed physician within 30 days prior to initial assignment.
Be a U.S. citizen or a person lawfully admitted into the U.S. for permanent residence.
Have resided in the U.S. for the last five years (unless abroad on official U.S. government duty).
Successfully engage in and complete a thorough Background Investigation.
Poses or have ability to obtain required security clearances.

Nice To Haves

Experience working on ORR programs preferred.
Experience in epidemiology or public health preferred.
Proficiency in Spanish is preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversee the collection, storage, and organization of health data from various sources, including electronic health records (EHRs), claims data, surveys, and registries.
Ensure data quality, consistency, and completeness through data validation, cleaning, and standardization processes.
Perform advanced statistical analyses and data mining techniques to identify patterns, trends, and correlations within health data.
Conduct predictive modeling, risk stratification, and outcome analysis to support population health management and clinical decision-making.
Interpret and communicate findings from health data analyses to key stakeholders, including healthcare providers, administrators, policymakers, and researchers.
Translate data insights into actionable recommendations and strategic initiatives to improve healthcare quality and efficiency.
Develop and produce regular reports, dashboards, and visualizations to track key performance indicators, quality metrics, and population health outcomes.
Customize reports to meet the needs of different audiences and stakeholders, ensuring accuracy, relevance, and timeliness of information.
Establish and enforce data governance policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, data privacy laws, and industry standards.
Implement data security measures to protect sensitive health information and mitigate data breaches or security risks.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including clinical informatics, IT, quality improvement, and research, to support data-driven initiatives and projects.
Serve as a subject matter expert on health data analytics and contribute expertise to interdisciplinary teams.
Identify opportunities for process improvement, automation, and innovation in health data management and analytics.
Stay informed about emerging trends, technologies, and methodologies in healthcare analytics and recommend strategies for enhancing data capabilities and performance.
Provide training and support to staff on data management tools, techniques, and best practices.
Promote data literacy and analytical skills among healthcare professionals through training sessions, workshops, and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
Completes required organizational compliance education, including assigned requirements that are client-specified, for Joint Commission Healthcare Staffing Services certification or other regulatory bodies.
This list is non-exhaustive, and the role holder may be required to undertake additional duties that are not specifically listed above.