Data and Performance Analyst

Long Island Select Healthcare, Inc.; North Great River (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Long Island Select Healthcare, Inc. is looking for a full-time Data and Performance Analyst based in Central Islip. This position involves supporting quality improvement and population health initiatives by analyzing clinical, operational, and financial data.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in a related field and strong analytical skills, as well as experience in healthcare analytics. Responsibilities include reporting on HRSA UDS measures and maintaining data integrity.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in healthcare analytics, preferably in an FQHC or population health setting.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Collect, validate, and analyze data from multiple sources.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reporting tools.
• Monitor and report on HRSA UDS measures.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Detail orientation

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Healthcare Administration, Data Analytics, Business, or related field

Tools

EHR (eClinical Works)

Excel

Job description

Position Overview

Full-time, on-site Monday-Friday at our Central Islip location. The Data and Performance Analyst supports quality improvement, Population Health, and value-based care initiatives across Long Island Select Healthcare (LISH). This role is responsible for collecting, validating, analyzing, and reporting clinical, operational and financial data to drive performance improvement, regulatory compliance, and improved patient outcome.

This analyst partners with clinical and operational leaders to monitor FQHC-specific metrics, meet HRSA Uniform Data System (UDS) reporting requirements, and advance value-based care performance across payer contracts.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Data Management & Analytics
  • Collect, validate, and analyze data from multiple systems including EHR (eClinical Works), payer reports, registries, and internal databases.
  • Maintain data integrity and ensure consistent, accurate, and timely reporting.
  • Produce routine and ad hoc reports to support clinical operations, finance, and executive leadership.
  • Identify performance trends, disparities in care, and opportunities for improvement using statistical analysis.
• FQHC Performance Metrics & Reporting
  • Monitor, analyze, and report on HRSA UDS measures.
  • Track access and utilization metrics.
  • Monitor care management and population health metrics, including:
    • High-risk patient engagement
    • Care gap closure rates
    • Chronic disease registries
• Value-Based Care (VBC) & Payer Performance
  • Track and report performance on value-based contracts and payer scorecards, including:
    • HEDIS quality measures
    • Risk adjustment (RAF/HCC coding accuracy)
    • Total cost of care/utilization trends (ED visits, hospitalizations, readmissions)
    • Preventable admissions and avoidable ED utilization
    • Quality incentive metrics and shared savings performance
  • Support provider and care team performance reviews tied to VBC metrics.
  • Identify opportunities to improve quality scores, utilization efficiency, and financial performance under VBC arrangements.
• Dashboard & Reporting Tools
  • Develop and maintain dashboards and reporting tools (using available platforms and Excel-based solutions).
  • Ensure timely refresh of performance data (weekly/monthly).
  • Standardized KPI definitions and reporting methodologies across departments.
• Quality Improvement & Performance Management
  • Partner with Quality, Clinical, and Operations teams to support Performance Improvement Initiatives.
  • Provide analytical support for quality committees (e.g., QI Committee, Leadership, Department meetings).
  • Translate complex datasets into actionable insights for clinical and non-clinical stakeholders.
  • Support initiatives using Lean or continuous improvement methodologies.
• EHR & Technical Reporting
  • Develop and maintain reports using EHR reporting systems.
  • Collaborate with IT and clinical staff to improve data capture and workflow efficiency.
  • Support implementation and optimization of registries and quality reporting tools.
• Regulatory & External Reporting
  • Lead and support HRSA Uniform Data System (UDS) reporting and submission.
  • Coordinate external reporting requirements (e.g., HRSA operational reports, payer submissions, quality programs).
  • Analyze results and provide actionable recommendations to improve compliance and performance.
• Stakeholder Support & Communication
  • Prepare data summaries, scorecards, and presentations for leadership and board-level reporting.
  • Serve as a strategic analytical partner across clinical, operational, and administrative teams.
  • Clearly communicate findings through visualizations and concise executive summaries.
• Operations Support
  • Provide ongoing analytical and technical support to Quality & Performance teams.
  • Assist with departmental operations and special projects as needed.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Healthcare Administration, Data Analytics, Business, or related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in healthcare analytics, preferably in an FQHC, ambulatory, or population health setting.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in an FQHC or community health center environment.
• Knowledge of HRSA UDS reporting requirements and FQHC quality measures.
• Experience with value-based care models and payer performance reporting.
• Experience with eClinical Works or equivalent EHR systems.
• Familiarity with HEDIS, risk adjustment (HCC/RAF), and population health tools.

Skills & Competencies

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas, data modeling).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to translate complex data into actionable insights for diverse audiences.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced healthcare setting.
• Collaborative mindset with strong stakeholder engagement.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Accuracy and timeliness of UDS and regulatory reporting.
• Improvement in clinical quality measures (e.g., diabetes, hypertension control).
• Performance on value-based care metrics and payer scorecards.
• Reduction in care gaps and improvement in preventative screening rates.
• Improved access metrics (e.g., appointment availability, no‑show reduction).
• Stakeholder satisfaction with analytics and reporting support.