Data Analyst ,EMS

University Hospital, Newark NJ•Newark, NJ

7h•$74,989 - $107,705

About The Position

The primary purpose of the Data Analyst is to collect, maintain, analyze, and report data related to the Emergency Medical Services department. This includes, but is not limited to budget and expenditures data, computer aided dispatch system (CAD) data, emergency medical record (EMR) data, clinical education data, fleet data, and logistical data. Performs basic statistical analysis, formulates statistical reports into various formats, and translates data to aid management decisions related to programming and staffing decisions. Utilizes national and regional benchmark data to compare trends and growth.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field
Three (3) years of related experience, including data processing, analysis, and presentation
MS SQL experience in scripting and administration
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, including Visio, PowerPoint, Excel, and Access
Ability to present data in various forms (e.g., web-based formats, charts)
Knowledge of statistics such as the 90th percentile, mean, median, and p-values
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Additional related experience may substitute for the bachelor’s degree on a year-for-year basis

Nice To Haves

Experience with Central Square CAD, Flight Vector CAD, Red Alert CAD, ImageTrend, and FirstWatch preferred
Experience with Global Information Systems (GIS) preferred
Experience in healthcare and Emergency Medical Service environments preferred

Responsibilities

Collects, manages, analyzes, and reports data for the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) department
Oversees multiple data sources, including:
Budget and expenditure records
Computer-Aided Dispatch (CAD) data
Emergency Medical Records (EMR)
Clinical education data
Fleet and logistical information
Conducts basic statistical analyses and converts findings into clear, actionable reports
Presents data in various formats to support management with operational, programming, and staffing decisions
Applies national and regional benchmark data to evaluate performance, trends, and departmental growth.