WellStar Health System is hiring: Sr Data Analyst - Quality Improvement in Farmi

A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives. Work Shift At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives. The Senior Quality Improvement Data Consultant is responsible for harnessing data insights to enhance patient care quality, operational efficiency, and safety across the healthcare system. This role combines expertise in data analysis, quality improvement, and stakeholder collaboration to drive impactful, data-driven strategies that improve clinical outcomes. Working closely with clinical, administrative, and IT teams, the consultant will collect, analyze, and interpret diverse data sets, using advanced statistical methodologies and visualization tools to inform decision-making and support quality initiatives. The position involves maintaining robust data governance standards, ensuring data accuracy, and providing clear, actionable insights through dashboards, reports, and presentations. With a focus on continuous improvement, the Clinical Quality Data Analytics Consultant will actively participate in quality improvement projects, deliver training on data tools and methodologies, and support the development of a culture of safety and quality. Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions: Data Analysis, Monitoring, and Reporting - Collect, analyze, and interpret clinical data from various sources, including the Vizient Clinical Database and EPIC EHR. Perform as an expert user of the Vizient Clinical Database to meet end-user data needs. Analyze data using applicable statistical methodologies, including regression analysis/risk adjustment, using tools such as R, Python, SAS, SPSS, and other tools as needed. Support development, updating and distribution of quality and patient safety dashboard and other standard reports. Provide data insights to customers in a readily accessible and actionable manner using tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, PowerBI, and other tools as needed. Quality Improvement - Serve on quality improvement teams to support data and information needs of high priority quality improvement projects. Monitor the effectiveness of quality improvement projects and provide feedback through data insights. Promote continual improvement in data visualization and reporting processes. Stakeholder Collaboration - Work with cross-functional teams to support clinical quality initiatives. Collaborate with Wellstar's Data Warehouse team to extract data using SQL, SAS, or Python tools. Provide training and support to staff on data collection and analysis techniques. Data Governance - Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical data sets and/or dashboards. Ensure data integrity and security in accordance with organizational policies. Develop and implement data management/governance protocols and procedures. Research and Development - Stay current with industry trends and best practices in clinical quality and data analysis. Participate in quality and safety research projects and contribute to publications and/or presentations. Develop innovative solutions to improve data analysis, visualization, and reporting processes. Data Analysis, Monitoring, Reporting Data Analysis • Conduct exploratory data analysis to uncover opportunities for process improvements and efficiencies. • Develop predictive models and data visualizations to forecast outcomes and support strategic planning. Monitoring • Design and implement systems for continuous monitoring of key metrics and performance indicators. • Regularly assess data accuracy, integrity, and consistency, addressing discrepancies as needed. • Identify and escalate anomalies or emerging trends in data that require further investigation. Create and maintain dashboards, reports, and visualizations that communicate data insights effectively to stakeholders. • Quality Improvement -Develop and implement data quality standards, policies, and best practices to ensure consistent and reliable outputs. -Conduct root-cause analysis for recurring data issues and recommend corrective actions. -Implement quality control measures and audit processes to validate data accuracy and compliance with organizational requirements. -Provide training and documentation to promote a culture of data quality awareness across teams. Lead conversation with business units, technical teams, and leadership to understand analytic needs and prioritize initiatives. -Facilitate regular communication to align data solutions with business objectives and resolve challenges effectively. -Build and maintain strong relationships to foster a collaborative environment for data-driven decision-making. Data Governance -Support the development and implementation of data governance frameworks, policies, and processes. -Ensure compliance with data security, privacy, and regulatory requirements across all reporting and analysis activities. -Monitor data lifecycle processes to maintain integrity and minimize risk throughout data collection, storage, and use. -Collaborate with IT and data management teams to enforce standards for data stewardship and accountability. Research and Development -Stay up-to-date with the latest tools, technologies, and trends in data analytics and visualization. -Experiment with new methodologies and techniques to improve data analysis and reporting capabilities. -Develop proof-of-concept projects to evaluate the potential impact of emerging data tools and frameworks. -Recommend and implement innovative solutions to streamline processes and enhance organizational data literacy. Bachelors Computer Science Required and( • Bachelors Information Systems Required or • Bachelors Computer and Information Science Required or) • Minimum 5 years Clinical Analysis Required • Minimum 5 years Clinical Data Preferred Our people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.