Data Analyst II

Health & Human Services Comm

Austin (TX)

On-site

USD 48,000 - 76,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Health & Human Services Comm in Austin, TX seeks a journey-level Data Analyst II to support hospital data systems, reporting, and user training on-site. You will build reports, run daily to quarterly production reports, and collaborate with clinicians and department heads.

Responsibilities include data collection, data quality, ad hoc analyses, and presenting findings. This role requires a four-year degree or equivalent experience and strong SQL skills.

Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited four-year college with major coursework in data science, analytics, CS, MIS, accounting, finance, math, stats, econ, or related field.
Or four years of equivalent experience in one or more listed fields.
One year of experience in data analysis, research, and report design.
One year of experience with database software programs.
One year of experience creating queries and reports.
Knowledge of common statistical measures and relation to data analysis.

Responsibilities

Create and support databases and data collection systems used across the hospital.
Ensure data systems run smoothly and produce accurate, reliable results for analysis.
Monitor how users use data systems to promote accurate data entry.
Build or modify queries as customer data needs change.
Analyze results as needed, discarding unnecessary information.
Collaborate with internal and external customers to clarify data needs and determine how to best meet them.
Locate existing reports that satisfy ongoing needs and ensure customers can access them.
Update existing reports to better match current needs.
Create new reports based on newly identified requirements.
Perform ad hoc data analysis for Hospital Management, State Hospitals Central Administration, and department heads.
Run production reports with result compilation on daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly schedules.
Interpret ongoing measurement results to identify outliers and format results for presentation.
Use queries and reports to support audits and monitor for irregularities in EMR and other database implementations.
Apply analysis results to support training, procedure changes, or other responsive actions.
Maintain regular attendance and follow shift scheduling requirements.
Support disaster response and/or COOP activation as assigned.
Perform other assigned duties, including additional disaster response or COOP support roles.

Skills

Data analysis

Report design

Database software

Query creation

Statistical measures

EMR operations

Relational DBMS

Data collection

Presentation graphics

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor degree or 4 years equivalent

Tools

SQL

Relational databases

Job description

Context: This journey-level Data Analyst II role supports hospital data systems, reporting, and user training on-site in Austin.

Responsibilities

Create and support databases and data collection systems used across the hospital.
Ensure data systems run smoothly and produce accurate, reliable results for analysis.
Monitor how users use data systems to promote accurate data entry.
Build or modify queries as customer data needs change.
Analyze results as needed, discarding unnecessary information.
Collaborate with internal and external customers to clarify data needs and determine how to best meet them.
Locate existing reports that satisfy ongoing needs and ensure customers can access them.
Update existing reports to better match current needs.
Create new reports based on newly identified requirements.
Perform ad hoc data analysis for Hospital Management, State Hospitals Central Administration, and department heads.
Run production reports with result compilation on daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly schedules.
Interpret ongoing measurement results to identify outliers and format results for presentation.
Use queries and reports to support audits and monitor for irregularities in electronic medical record and other database implementation.
Apply analysis results to support training, procedure changes, or other responsive actions.
Maintain regular attendance and follow shift scheduling requirements, including possible rotating schedules, extended shifts, and/or overtime per agency leave policy.
Support disaster response and/or recovery and Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation as assigned, which may require alternate shift patterns and/or location.
Perform other assigned duties, including additional disaster response or COOP support roles.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in one or more of: data science, business analytics, computer science, computer information systems, management information systems, accounting, finance, mathematics, statistics, economics, or a related field.
OR four (4) years of equivalent experience in one or more of the fields listed above.
One year of experience in data analysis, research, and report design.
One year of experience with database software programs.
One year of experience creating queries and reports.
Knowledge of common statistical measures and how they relate to data analysis.
Knowledge of electronic medical records operations and the types of information contained within them.
Skills managing data in relational database management systems, including query creation, linking tables, extracting relevant data, and evaluating data accuracy and validity.
Skills using computers and common software programs for data collection and analysis.
Ability to compile, review, and analyze data from existing systems and create reports and presentation graphics.
Ability to communicate with clinicians and department heads about data needs.
Attention to detail and ability to maintain data accuracy.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Additional Information

Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and registry checks including CANRS, Nurse Aid, Medication Aide and Employee Misconduct, and LEIE.
Males ages 18-25 must be registered with the Selective Service.
Applicants must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment at a state-operated facility.
Waco and Terrell Center for Youth applicants must be 21 years of age.
Flexibility in work hours is required; overtime and/or extended hours may be required.
Compliance with HHSC immunization policy and state hospital operating procedures for immunizations is required.
If not immunized for influenza, you may be required to wear a mask and take other protective measures.
Active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified.
HHSC and DSHS will provide reasonable accommodation during hiring and selection for qualified individuals with a disability.
If you need help completing the online application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747.
If contacted for an interview and you need accommodation, notify the person scheduling the interview.
Depending on program area and position requirements, selected applicants may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.
HHSC uses E-Verify: bring I-9 documentation on your first day of work.