Decision Support Data Spec II Job

Summary

Designs and implements new data sets, develops data modeling, and is responsible for data collection, analysis, and design.  Coordinates new data development to ensure consistency and integration with existing structure.  Reviews requests for data and data usage and creates analytic tools to identify and communicate performance metrics.  Possesses and applies a broad knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures in the field to the completion of moderately difficult assignments. Assignments are broad in nature, usually requiring originality or ingenuity. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

Education/Experience/Licensure

Education/Formal Training

Work Experience

Credential/Licensure

REQUIRED:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or closely related field

Must have at least three (3) years of directly related work experience

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PREFERRED:

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SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED:

A combination of education and directly related experience in healthcare in formation systems/decision support.

Master’s degree may substitute for year’s experience.

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Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Applied work experience with large data sets (healthcare data experience is preferred) to identify and communicate customer needs in to functional and technical requirements, model, and develop reporting solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to display information persuasively in support of data-driven decision making.
• Knowledge of research design and statistical analysis to include t-tests, regression techniques, chi-square tests, proficiency with statistical analysis tools such as Minitab, SPSS, or SAS.
• Knowledge and work experience with relational databases such as SQL, MS Access, etc.; proficient with standard report writing tools such as Crystal reports, Business Objects.
• Proficient, Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Creates analytic tools for identifying and communicating performance.
• Provides analytical support for identifying best practices and supporting collaborative results.
• Designs and implements new datasets.
• Performs other job functions as requested or assigned.

Physical Requirements

• The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.
• Must have good balance and coordination.
• The physical requirements of this position are: light work - exerting up to 25 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently.
• The Associate is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity, such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.
• The conditions to which the Associate will be subject in this position: The Associate is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions; job functions are typically performed under conditions such as those found in general office or administrative work.