Quality Analyst RN

Community Health Systems, Inc.; La Porte (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Quality Analyst to support data-driven decision making in healthcare operations. You will analyze EMR data, generate reports, and communicate insights to clinicians, administrators, and IT to improve patient care and quality metrics.

The role requires SQL and Excel proficiency, experience with healthcare data, and strong attention to detail. You will work with senior analysts on cross-functional projects and support audits and quality initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a clinical discipline or 2+ years of related experience.
• 1-3 years of experience in data analytics, healthcare operations, program management, or relevant support services.
• Proficiency with SQL, Excel, and data visualization tools.
• Experience with EMR systems and healthcare datasets.

Responsibilities

• Gather, clean, and prepare data from EMR, regulatory databases, and internal tools.
• Conduct descriptive and exploratory analyses to identify trends and quality improvement opportunities.
• Write and execute SQL queries to extract and manipulate data for analysis and reporting.
• Develop recurring and ad hoc reports summarizing performance indicators and quality metrics.
• Create clear data visualizations to communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with clinicians, administrators, IT to address data quality concerns.
• Support enterprise quality improvement and patient safety initiatives with data insights.
• Assist senior analysts with data preparation, trend identification, and results interpretation.

Skills

Data analytics

SQL

Excel

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in a clinical discipline

Alternative: 2+ years of related experience in lieu of degree

Tools

EMR systems

Regulatory databases

Job description

Job Summary

The Quality Analyst plays a vital role in supporting the organization's data-driven decision-making process. This role contributes to the analysis and interpretation of complex healthcare data to identify trends, patterns, and insights that improve patient care, operational efficiency, and strategic planning. This role will work closely with senior analysts and business stakeholders across various departments to provide data-driven recommendations and support data-related projects.

Essential Functions

• Gathers, cleans, and prepares data from various sources (e.g., Electronic Medical Records (EMR), regulatory databases, internal quality tools) to ensure accuracy, consistency, and completeness.
• Conducts descriptive and exploratory analyses using statistical and analytical techniques to identify performance trends and quality improvement opportunities.
• Writes and executes SQL queries to extract and manipulate data for analysis and reporting.
• Develops and delivers recurring and ad hoc reports summarizing performance indicators, quality metrics, and regulatory outcomes.
• Creates clear and effective data visualizations (e.g., dashboards, charts, graphs) to communicate findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams (e.g., clinicians, administrators, IT) to answer data-related questions, support audits, and resolve data quality concerns.
• Supports enterprise quality improvement and patient safety initiatives by providing data analysis and insight to inform decision-making.
• Assists senior analysts with complex projects by contributing to data preparation, trend identification, and results interpretation.
• Manages multiple assignments with attention to detail, deadlines, and changing priorities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a clinical discipline required or
• Two (2) plus years of direct experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree required
• 1-3 years of experience in data analytics, healthcare operations, program management, or relevant support services required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Working knowledge of clinical workflows, healthcare operations, and quality improvement concepts.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and query languages (e.g., SQL, Excel, or equivalent).
• Experience with electronic medical records (EMR) systems and familiarity with healthcare datasets.
• Ability to create clear, accurate, and visually compelling reports and dashboards.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy and integrity.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.