John Snow Labs USBased Healthcare Data Scientist

John Snow Labs; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare technology firm is seeking a skilled Data Analyst to work on converting Electronic Health Records to the OMOP model. Responsibilities include ETL processes and collaboration with clinical teams. Candidates should have experience in EHR data management, particularly with Epic systems, and proficiency in SQL. This contract role offers long-term opportunities for skilled professionals committed to transforming healthcare data.

Benefits

Opportunity to work on impactful healthcare problems

Collaborative team environment

Flexible freelancing contracts

Qualifications

• Proven experience in EHR data management, especially with Epic EHR systems.
• Strong understanding of the OMOP CDM.
• Experience with tools like Spark NLP is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform ETL of healthcare records from Epic EHR to OMOP CDM.
• Collaborate with teams for accurate data mapping.
• Validate data conversions to ensure accuracy.

Skills

ETL data management

Epic EHR systems

SQL proficiency

Healthcare data standards

Analytical skills

Education

PhD in relevant field

Tools

Data transformation tools

Job description

Job Description

John Snow Labs is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Data Analyst to contribute to transformative initiatives within the healthcare industry. As a leading healthcare organization, we are committed to leveraging data to improve patient outcomes and streamline healthcare operations. We are seeking a skilled Data Analyst with expertise in converting Electronic Health Records (EHR) to the OMOP Common Data Model (CDM), particularly using Epic EHR systems.

As a Data Analyst, you will be responsible for the transformation of healthcare data from Epic EHR into the OMOP CDM format. This role requires keen attention to detail and a strong understanding of healthcare data standards to ensure data integrity and interoperability.

Qualifications:
Qualifications

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) of healthcare records from Epic EHR to OMOP CDM.
• Collaborate with clinical informaticists and data engineers to ensure accurate mapping and conversion of data.
• Validate and test data conversions to maintain high levels of accuracy and consistency.
• Troubleshoot and resolve data integration issues as they arise.
• Document processes and create comprehensive reports on conversion progress and outcomes.
• Hands-on experience with OMOP, FHIR, clinical terminologies, and understanding of the patient journey.
• A strong background in healthcare-related fields such as medicine, pharma, bioinformatics, or biostatistics is highly beneficial.
• Experience with John Snow Labs’ technology stack, such as Spark NLP or the medical language models, is a plus.

Qualifications:

• A PhD in a relevant field is preferred but not required if exceptional experience is demonstrated.
• Proven experience in EHR data management, specifically with Epic EHR systems.
• Strong understanding of the OMOP Common Data Model and healthcare data standards.
• Proficiency in SQL and experience with data transformation tools.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with ETL tools and processes.
• Familiarity with regulatory and compliance standards in healthcare data management.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

What We Offer:

• A chance to work on cutting-edge problems in healthcare and life sciences, contributing to meaningful projects that impact patient outcomes.
• Long-term freelancing contracts with a commitment of at least 30 hours per week. We are seeking individuals, not agencies or teams.
• The opportunity to grow your skills and knowledge, working with a team of big data and data science experts in a supportive, collaborative environment.

To apply, please include the words 'John Snow Labs' in your cover letter, detailing your experience with EHR to OMOP conversion and why you believe you are the best fit for this role. This is more than just a contract — it's a chance to make a real difference.

Additional Information

Our Commitment to You

At John Snow Labs, we believe that diversity is the catalyst of innovation. We’re committed to empowering talented people from every background and perspective to thrive.

We are an award-winning global collaborative team focused on helping our customers put artificial intelligence to good use faster. Our website includes The Story of John Snow, and our Social Impact page details how purpose and giving back is part of our DNA. More at JohnSnowLabs.com

• We are a fully virtual company, collaborating across 28 countries.
• This is a contract opportunity, not a full-time employment role.
• This role requires the availability of at least 30-40 hours per week.