Healthcare Data Scientist II

Arkansas Foundation for Medical Care; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkansas Foundation for Medical Care seeks a Data Scientist I to provide statistical support for measurement and analysis across quality improvement projects and HEDIS needs. Assist with data activities for specific projects and ensure compliance with protocols and contractual requirements.

Responsibilities include developing sampling frames, extracting data, writing SAS code, and presenting findings to internal and external clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, mathematics, statistics, or related field.
• Base SAS certification or equivalent certification.
• Desirable: Master’s in statistics or related field.

Responsibilities

• Act as lead analyst on assigned projects.
• Develop and write data sampling frames to meet project goals.
• Download/export data and generate SAS code for data quality.
• Interpret, summarize, and document results from statistical analyses.
• Produce graphs, charts, and visual representations of data.
• Prepare summary reports of analysis for clients.
• Present findings at state and national conferences.
• Ensure adherence to AFMC protocols and HIPAA requirements.

Skills

MS Office

SAS

Typing 40 wpm

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/Math/Statistics

Masters in statistics or related field

Tools

REDCap

ArcGIS

Job description

SCOPE OF POSITION:

Provide statistical support for the development of measurement/re-measurement techniques, data analysis and reporting of quality improvement projects, surveys and HEDIS needs. Assist in the coordination of data activities for specific projects and assure compliance with established protocols and contractual requirements. Works under the general supervision of Supervisor or Manager. Support the organization’s mission, vision, and values by exhibiting the following behaviors: Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect and Teamwork.

Description

SCOPE OF POSITION:

Provide statistical support for the development of measurement/re-measurement techniques, data analysis and reporting of quality improvement projects, surveys and HEDIS needs. Assist in the coordination of data activities for specific projects and assure compliance with established protocols and contractual requirements. Works under the general supervision of Supervisor or Manager. Support the organization’s mission, vision, and values by exhibiting the following behaviors: Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect and Teamwork.

Essential Job Functions

• Act as lead analyst on assigned projects.
• Demonstrate knowledge and experience with all functions related to Data Scientist I.
• Develop and write suitable data sampling frames to meet project goals and objectives.
• Download/export data from large data sets/databases and generate SAS code to edit data for accuracy and completeness.
• Demonstrate understanding and appropriate use of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures related to program evaluation.
• Manipulate data and conduct data analysis using SAS statistical package or geospatial software; transfer data into formats conducive to appropriate analyses.
• Interpret, summarize, and document results from statistical analyses.
• Produce graphs, charts, and other visual representations of data.
• Prepare summary reports of analysis for presentation to internal and external clients.
• Present findings and demonstrate projects at local, state, and national conferences.
• Ensure projects follow AFMC and/or certified survey protocol in terms of abstract design, data collection, statistical analysis, and contractual requirements.
• Ensure project methodologies are written or updated as needed to accomplish project goals and objectives.
• Produce overall analysis plans with detailed specifications for analysis files, consistency checks, tables, and figures.
• Communicate effectively and collaborate with internal and external clients regarding statistical analysis issues and project development.
• Assist with data entry, data verification, verification of results and database maintenance as required or directed.
• Draft comprehensive reports containing statistical results and interpretations, adhering to format, content, and style guidelines, giving consideration to usability, and ensuring accuracy, consistency, and quality.
• Conduct workshops, seminars and staff training as needed.
• Follow AFMC, state and federal protocols regarding data confidentiality/security and HIPAA compliance.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Intermediate skill level with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
• Type 40 wpm
• Advanced skill level with SAS.
• Ability to apply statistical and mathematical concepts.
• Possess a strong understanding of quantitative methods.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Creativity.
• Customer service.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail.
• Flexibility.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently to achieve stated goals.
• Initiative.
• Must be able to relate professionally and positively with staff, business partners, customers, constituents, recipients, and the public.
• Ability to multitask.
• Ability to prioritize.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Problem solving skills.
• Professionalism.
• Ability to read, interpret and apply laws, rules, and regulations.
• Time management skills.
• Medical terminology.

Requirements

Physical and Sensory Requirements (With or Without the Aid of Mechanical Devices):

Mobility, reaching, bending, lifting, grasping, ability to read and write, ability to communicate with personnel, ability to remain calm under stress and ability to travel. Must be able to lift and transport 25 pounds. Must be capable of performing the essential functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodations.

Education

: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, mathematics, statistics, or related field. Base SAS certification or equivalent certification.

Desirable: Masters in statistics or related field.

Experience

Required: Three (3) years’ experience in statistical analysis including writing SAS programs, data manipulation, model estimation and model evaluation. Three (3) years’ experience in one of the following: SAS, REDCap, HEDIS, ArcGIS, or Administrative Claims.

Internet Requirements

Reliable, high-speed wireless internet service (Wi-Fi)

• Two (2) years SAS program, REDCap, or ArcGIS experience may be substituted for the Base SAS Certification. If experience is substituted it is in addition to stated requirements.