DATA ANALYST

Company: Bozeman Health
Location: Bozeman
Posted on: March 23, 2020

Job Description:

The Data Analyst serves internal customers by preparing multi-dimensional analyses and visualization with particularly large sets of data, to support business intelligence. You will navigate and manipulate multiple and sometimes disparate data sources, create reliable and standardized reporting, and balance competing needs. You will leverage analytical skill sets to research and make recommendations on clinical and non-clinical analytical needs, and support operational reporting across the organization. You will provide analytical support for large project work as needed. You enjoy working with unfamiliar or ambiguous data and have a deep curiosity to uncover and solve complex problems.REQUIREMENTSEDUCATIONRequired:Bachelors degree in computer science, engineering, statistics, mathematics or other technical concentration; or an equivalent combination of education and experiencePreferred:Masters Degree in computer science, engineering, statistics, mathematics or other technical concentration; or an equivalent combination of education and experienceLICENSURE and CERTIFICATIONRequired:Preferred:EXPERIENCERequired:1+ years of experience in a relevant technical, analytical, or statistical role or equivalentPreferred:3+ years of experience in a relevant technical, analytical, or statistical role or equivalentKNOWLEDGE OF, SKILLS IN, ABILITY TO, COMPLEXITY AND DIFFICULY:KNOWLEDGE OF:Working knowledge of trend reporting and statistical methodologyNecessity of attention to detail for data validation practices for data-sets, reports, and graphsBasic understanding of enterprise data warehouse functionality and capabilitiesSome knowledge of data visualization and storytelling practicesSome knowledge of the healthcare industry practices and dataSKILLS IN:ABILITY TO:Analytic Skills and Abilities: Experience performing analytics in a business and/or healthcare environmentExperience with root cause analysis and requirements development Some experience with statistical analysis methods and principalsUse relational databases for the creation of ad hoc reports; strong skills in writing SQL queriesData Skills and Abilities: Technical skills to design, develop, and generate data files and customized reportsExperience collecting, cleansing, transforming, validating, and presenting dataAbility to identify data inconsistencies and gaps and to propose remedial solutions Self-motivation to thoroughly learn complexities of data sources and new analytical tools Software Skills and Abilities:Familiarity with statistical analysis tools, such as SAS, R and PythonAbility and willingness to adopt new analysis tools when necessary Presentation Skills and Abilities:Effectively communicate and interpret data analyses verbally and in writing to internal customers with varying degrees of technical knowledge Strong communication and presentation skills with ability to assist with training sessions Participate in and support staff training related to data collection and reporting Recognize the level of data literacy of your audience and adjust delivery style and methods Professional Skills and Abilities:Strong work execution, ownership of individual tasks and, the ability to work independently as well as part of a team Work cross-functionally with departments to assess, define, and develop report deliverables Think beyond the task at hand and understand how one's work fits the bigger picture Multi-task and manage time effectively; work independently with limited oversight Ability to multitask and maintain composure, professionalism, and positive attitude when frequently interruptedCOMPLEXITY AND DIFFICULTY:ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS20% Time Spent -Assists in identification, capture, and integration of source data into the enterprise data warehouse and quality assurance of data to ensure accurate, reliable data Assists with data quality issues and works with colleagues to correct identified issues30% Time Spent - Supports established core metrics and KPI measurement in accordance with the objectives of the Data Analytics organization Deliver on ad-hoc data requests from business users while building reports to help reduce the need for these requests Ensures completeness and accuracy of all reporting and analyses 30% Time SpentCreate datasets for analysis from multiple, primary sources Provides data to facilitate analyses for organizational performance and assist in providing corrective actions when necessary 15% Time Spent Exercises judgment in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining resultsCreates new methods of analyzing, organizing and distributing data to customer audiences 5% Time Spent Leads the education and adoption of data analysis efforts for colleagues and advanced users Participates in data governance and data literacy efforts across the organization

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