Data Analyst - Real HR Hero

Real HR Hero•Sacramento, CA

6d•Remote

About The Position

The Data Analyst is a full-time staff position in the Analytics and Insights department's Research sub-department. The role is responsible for the full lifecycle of data analysis, including validating data related to electronic health records. The analyst will use technical and functional data-analysis expertise to enhance existing and develop new analysis and reporting capabilities, and monitor analytics performance and quality to identify opportunities for improvement. The position supports an organization that funds, develops, and implements California mental health services and educational programs. It is work from home, although travel to the main office in Sacramento, California, or another location may be necessary. The role may access confidential county behavioral health records, PHI, electronic health record data, and other private behavioral health information. The analyst must handle sensitive data responsibly and comply with HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2 requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in healthcare, computer science, or a related field, plus 4 or more years of qualifying healthcare data informatics or analytics experience, or an acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to interpret data, analyze results using statistical techniques and coding languages, and provide ongoing reports.
Experience developing data-analysis visualizations and supporting data linkages to those visualizations.
Ability to identify, analyze, and interpret trends or patterns in datasets.
Experience with data modeling and database development and management.
Ability to multitask, prioritize work, take initiative, meet deadlines, adapt to changing workloads, and work well under pressure.
Ability to act with a high degree of emotional intelligence.
Strong communication and management skills.
Ability to identify confidential and sensitive information and handle it with tact and discretion.
Willingness to travel to the main office in Sacramento, California, or an alternative location when necessary.
Experience with data automation, analysis, and visualization using tools such as R, Python, SAS, Excel, SPSS, SQL, MATLAB, Qualtrics, and Tableau.
Knowledge of graphic and visualization tools such as Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Tableau, and Microsoft Power BI.
Ability to read, comprehend, and respond appropriately in writing and verbally, communicate tactfully with staff at all levels, and communicate effectively with varied audiences.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to apply common sense, follow through on daily tasks, work with little or no supervision, conduct research efficiently, and ask appropriate probing questions.
Ability to meet the position's physical demands, including sitting and standing, using a phone and headset, typing, answering phones, writing, using a calculator, carrying materials up to 20 pounds, and communicating in person and by telephone.
Ability to sustain long periods of concentration and computer work with attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement databases, data collection systems, and data analytics strategies and techniques to make high-quality data available to those who need it.
Prepare reports and visualizations for stakeholders to support fact- and trend-based decisions.
Strengthen data monitoring and validation processes to ensure compliance with reporting requirements.
Analyze data to assess its quality and meaning.
Maintain a shared library of reusable assets created during work.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Use access to confidential systems and sensitive datasets responsibly, maintaining system integrity and security and preventing accidental or malicious misuse.