Clinical Data Analyst - Beacon Health System

Acquires, manages, manipulates, and statistically analyzes data obtained from both internal and external resources. Produces detailed, well-written customer reports. Applies qualitative and quantitative techniques to extract data, interpret the data, and produce recommendations.

• MISSION: We deliver outstanding care, inspire health, and connect with heart.
• VALUES: Trust. Respect. Integrity. Compassion.
• SERVICE GOALS: Personally connect. Keep everyone informed. Be on their team.

Clinical Data Management

• Coordinates selected external benchmarking projects with State, VHA, and others.
• Benchmarks with other hospitals to identify best practices and processes.
• Works with Clinical Data Manager on clinical data projects house wide to maximize efficiency and productivity.
• Completes outcome report card while tracking and trending measurable improvements in clinical outcomes.
• Reports to the Director of PI at least quarterly on clinical cost and quality improvements.
• Performs Quality Review of clinical records as directed by internal or external sources.
• Reviews and resolves listings of errors and/or inconsistencies identified by data validation checks.
• Participates in the Quality Control review of clinical data prior to data release.
• Develops and maintains processes for data validation and integrity for selected projects.
• Utilizes computer hardware and software including desktop applications, project management tools, and other data management software for data retrieval, data collection, error detection, analysis, and reporting.
• Acts as a point of contact for all clinical data management activities for a given clinical study or studies with the Clinical Data Manager.

Internal/External Data Analysis

• Acts as a back-up to Clinical Data Manager for physician profiles and communication of summary data.
• Develops and assists in developing clinical report cards as designated by the Director, Performance Improvement or Administrative staff.
• Responds to specific data requests from physicians, administration, and staff.
• Coordinates record reviews for data validation by state and governmental agencies.
• Handles data quality reviews which may involve interpretation and decision making as to appropriate course of action.
• Effectively interacts and communicates with colleagues and customers.
• Prepares, submit, and reports selected hospital publicly reported data elements.
• Assists Clinical Data Manager in the submission of data request by state, local, and insurance agencies.

Clinical Database Management

• Maintains ACC/STS data collection, overseeing data collection process ensuring data integrity, analysis, and reporting.
• Runs reports routinely and as requested for Cardiac Services Department and Cardiovascular Services Committees and its subcommittees.
• Communicates outcome data timely and effectively to physicians to improve quality.
• Documents improvements in quality of care for Cardiac Services through usage of the STS/ACC Database.
• Continually updates data collection staff with new guidelines and data dictionaries, and coordinates data collection processes and people to assure tight deadlines are met.
• Interacts with hospital teams as a liaison for Performance Improvement and data management purposes.
• Assists physicians, staff, and administration in identifying clinical outliers and selecting best practice guidelines.
• Coordinates with clinical teams and IS for the building, testing, data validation, and maintenance of clinical databases.
• Assists Clinical Data Manager in data cleaning and correction to ensure databases are well-validated and ready for transfer and/or statistical analysis.
• Actively participates in the development of clinical databases for internal/external data analysis.

Outcomes Management/Data Management

• Develops key clinical indicators for routine monitoring of performance statistics for internal use and communicates performance internally.
• Works in collaboration with other departments by utilizing TrendStar data to graphically demonstrate clinical data.
• Works on various PI and/or TVM projects or teams to improve outcomes and quality of care.
• Works to establish benchmarks or goals for each identified indicator for quality/cost improvements.
• Responds to special requests for record reviews from state and federal agencies.
• Utilizes clinical data to develop and support best practice guidelines.
• Works in collaboration with IS and other department to develop and improve databases for clinical data analysis.
• Contribute to the overall effectiveness of the department.
• Completes other job-related duties and projects as assigned.

Associate complies with the following organizational requirements:

• Attends and participates in department meetings and is accountable for all information shared.
• Completes mandatory education, annual competencies and department specific education within established timeframes.
• Completes annual employee health requirements within established timeframes.
• Maintains license/certification, registration in good standing throughout fiscal year.
• Direct patient care providers are required to maintain current BCLS (CPR) and other certifications as required by position/department.
• Consistently utilizes appropriate universal precautions, protective equipment, and ergonomic techniques to protect patient and self.
• Adheres to regulatory agency requirements, survey process and compliance.
• Complies with established organization and department policies.
• Available to work overtime in addition to working additional or other shifts and schedules when required.

Commitment to Beacon's six-point Operating System, referred to as The Beacon Way:

• Leverage innovation everywhere.
• Cultivate human talent.
• Embrace performance improvement.
• Build greatness through accountability.
• Use information to improve and advance.
• Communicate clearly and continuously.

Education and Experience

• The knowledge, skills, and abilities as indicated below are normally acquired through the successful completion of an Associate's Degree or Professional Training. Must be licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Indiana. Up to 1 year experience is required. Five years healthcare experience, with preferably at least 2 years in data management, outcome management, and measurements is preferred. After January 1, 2014, candidates are required to have or obtain a BSN within three years of employment as a Registered Nurse.

Knowledge & Skills

• Working knowledge of medical terminology and the healthcare field.
• Demonstrates organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrates a basic understanding of medical practitioners and their preferred methods of communicating and improving quality.
• Working knowledge of computer hardware and software including desktop applications, Clinical Data Management applications and tools.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and organizational skills with the ability to define physician perception concerns.
• Technical skills including Oracle clinical or other relational databases, Microsoft office (Word, Access, Excel) a plus.
• Must be able to maintain composure when dealing with physicians and hospital staff.

Working Conditions

• Must be able to deal with varying levels of stress and deadlines.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to sit for long periods of time in front of a computer.

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