Health Care Data Analyst (Cg28)

• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.
• Contribute to problem solving efforts as identified and prioritized by agency leadership. Serve as consultant in ongoing efforts to optimize DOC’s ability to assess policies and practices.
• Produce complex reports and data analyses that sustain CQIP Performance Measures, Population health reporting, Quality metrics, Results DOC, Results Washington, and other local and statewide performance measures as identified and prioritized by agency leadership.
• Works with the Health Services Business Unit Manager in maintaining, updating, triaging tickets request trough easy Vista System.
• Respond to ad hoc and recurring requests from internal and external stakeholders in a responsive, accurate, and timely manner. Independently develop, prepare analyses, and recommend date and business rules that support data needs, summaries, and reports. Requests include those from Legislative staff, the Governor’s office, and other high-profile customers.
• Works with the Health Services Business Unity manager, Health Services Informatics Manager, and Management Analyst 5’s in prioritizing requests to include management of HITT’s prioritization matrix.
• Seek solutions to continuously improve the information produced and distributed by the Health Informatics Technology Team (HITT).

• Demonstrates intermediate degree of skill with SAS (or equivalent software) and/or structured query language (SQL or equivalent), to include the use of complex joins, using multiple data sources, and developing stored procedures, tables and views.
• Ability to explain complex or technical information using plain language, ask clarifying questions, and clearly and concisely emphasize key points.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines and a high degree of political sensitivity. Able to work independently and as a part of a team.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel with at least three (3) years of experience to include: complex formulas, Pivot Tables, charts/graphs, linking workbooks, exporting, and importing data, analyzing data, and troubleshooting formula errors.
• Demonstrates intermediate degree of skill with SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) and SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS).
• College/university level education from an accredited institution whose accreditation is recognized by the US Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation may substitute year for year.
• Intermediate proficiency in all other Microsoft Office Suite platforms: Word, PowerPoint.
• 4 years of experience in managing complex datasets and responding to research and/or policy-related inquires.
  • College/university level education from an accredited institution whose accreditation is recognized by the US Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation may substitute year for year.

• Previously worked in health care informatics
• Comprehends and can explain the purpose(s) of a particular project and how it relates to the agency’s goals and priorities.
• Working knowledge of medical terminology and national medical coding standards.
• Builds and maintains internal and external customer satisfaction with the services offered by the Health Services business Unit.
• Able to convey how business rules relate to counting rules.
• Department of corrections:
  • Knowledge of corrections or criminal justice practices and research.
• Previously worked in Easy Vista
• Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Health care, sociology, criminal justice, social work, social sciences, analytics, or a relevant field from and accredited institution whose accreditation is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
• Actively listens to others, paraphrases, and asks clarifying questions and is able to clearly and concisely emphases key messages.
• Customer focus:
  • Builds and maintains internal and external customer satisfaction with the services offered by the Health Services business Unit.
  • Anticipates customers needs and understands customers organization to be able to work through solutions readily.
• Knowledge of corrections or criminal justice practices and research.
• Oral and written communication skills:
  • Able to explain complex or technical information using plain talk principles.
  • Actively listens to others, paraphrases, and asks clarifying questions and is able to clearly and concisely emphases key messages.
• Demonstrates ability to identify opportunities for improving and streamlining work processes beyond specific assignment, focuses on outcomes, takes calculated risks.
• Previous experience supervising staff
• High Level of workload management including organization and prioritization of tasks.
• Strong analytical skills:
  • Demonstrates ability to identify opportunities for improving and streamlining work processes beyond specific assignment, focuses on outcomes, takes calculated risks.
  • Able to embrace challenges in new and creative ways.
  • Comprehends and can explain the purpose(s) of a particular project and how it relates to the agency’s goals and priorities.
  • Able to convey how business rules relate to counting rules.
• Leadership abilities:
  • Previous experience supervising staff
  • Able to lead a diverse group of employees towards a common goal
  • Comfortable interacting with staff members at all levels of the agency.
  • High Level of workload management including organization and prioritization of tasks.
• Anticipates customers needs and understands customers organization to be able to work through solutions readily.
• Able to lead a diverse group of employees towards a common goal
• Comfortable interacting with staff members at all levels of the agency.
• Able to embrace challenges in new and creative ways.
• Health Care:
  • Working knowledge of medical terminology and national medical coding standards.
• Able to explain complex or technical information using plain talk principles.

• Positivity in words and actions: At Corrections, we assume positive intentions and believe there is a shared desire for the best outcome. We consistently demonstrate positive behavior and always put forth our best effort.
• Respectful and inclusive interactions: Corrections appreciates and values individuals by promoting an inclusive and diverse environment, which encourages safety. We respect, value, and listen to the thoughts, feelings, and perspectives of our stakeholders and consider the impact on those we serve as well as each other.
• Supporting people's success: Corrections is committed to our community – understanding individuals, instilling hope, embracing change, and providing opportunities.
• People's safety: Corrections believes in creating an environment that values physical, mental, and emotional security and well-being. We honor those who advance safety for all.
• Our Vision: Working together for safer communities.
• Our Commitment: To operate a safe and humane corrections system and partner with others to transform lives for a better Washington.
• Cultivate an environment of integrity and trust: Corrections values partnership and trust. We foster openness and support courageous conversations. We are committed to doing what we say we are going to do by being accountable and taking personal ownership in our actions.
• Our Core Values:
  • Cultivate an environment of integrity and trust: Corrections values partnership and trust. We foster openness and support courageous conversations. We are committed to doing what we say we are going to do by being accountable and taking personal ownership in our actions.
  • Respectful and inclusive interactions: Corrections appreciates and values individuals by promoting an inclusive and diverse environment, which encourages safety. We respect, value, and listen to the thoughts, feelings, and perspectives of our stakeholders and consider the impact on those we serve as well as each other.
  • People's safety: Corrections believes in creating an environment that values physical, mental, and emotional security and well-being. We honor those who advance safety for all.
  • Positivity in words and actions: At Corrections, we assume positive intentions and believe there is a shared desire for the best outcome. We consistently demonstrate positive behavior and always put forth our best effort.
  • Supporting people's success: Corrections is committed to our community – understanding individuals, instilling hope, embracing change, and providing opportunities.
• Mission: The mission of DOC is to improve public safety by positively changing lives.

• Please include a minimum of three (3) professional references with your application. A professional reference is defined as an individual who has been paid to supervise your work and can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job competencies. If you do not have any or sufficient professional references, please include non-related professionals, such as educators or other professional associates.

• Animal care projects are a common component of most Washington State prisons, including dog and cat programs. Applicants with animal sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
• Employees may work directly with or near incarcerated individuals in a potentially hazardous setting. Please consider this when deciding whether to apply.
• This position may be represented by a bargaining unit.
• Tuberculosis (TB) is a priority health issue for DOC employees. The successful candidate may be required to provide valid proof of a baseline TB skin test within 60 days from the date of hire. When positive tests result, further information, testing and treatment will also be required. Employment is not contingent upon test results.
• Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) is an aerosol pepper spray made available as a means of self-defense and/or de-escalation. Applicants with sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
• A background check including criminal record history will be conducted prior to a new hire. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
• We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free work environment, and our employees are expected to comply with all state and federal laws. A pre-employment drug test may be administered as part of the selection process, and applicants who test positive for any controlled substances, will be disqualified from consideration.

• Respectfully acknowledge people's differences and recognize these differences as important and valuable.
• Respect and value diverse backgrounds and traditions.
• Promote inclusiveness.
• Be culturally sensitive and appropriate.
• Work effectively with people of different perspectives, abilities, disabilities, races, religions, ages, lifestyle preferences and social, ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
• Foster a positive attitude and openness toward the ever changing social and cultural makeup of the workplace.

• Flex Spending Accounts
• Dependent Care Assistance
• Generous retirement plan
• 8 hours of paid sick leave per month
• 12 paid holidays a year
• Deferred Compensation and so much more!
• Up to 25 paid vacations days a year

DOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, honorably discharged veteran, veteran status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability.
For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email [email protected] or call at (509) 907-7808.
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