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Sharp HealthCare Decision Support Analyst in La Mesa, California

Facility: Grossmont Hospital

City La Mesa

Department

Job Status

Regular

Shift

Evening

FTE

1

Shift Start Time

Shift End Time

Hours :

Shift Start Time:

2 PM

Shift End Time:

10:30 PM

AWS Hours Requirement:

Additional Shift Information:

Weekend Requirements:

No Weekends

On-Call Required:

No

Hourly Pay Range (Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum):

$40.421 - $52.157 - $63.892

The stated pay scale reflects the range that Sharp reasonably expects to pay for this position.  The actual pay rate and pay grade for this position will be dependent on a variety of factors, including an applicant’s years of experience, unique skills and abilities, education, alignment with similar internal candidates, marketplace factors, other requirements for the position, and employer business practices.

What You Will Do

To enhance the operation of Sharp HealthCare as a whole and each entity within Sharp HealthCare by assisting customers to analyze information in order to make informed decisions consistent with the corporate strategic plan. To participate as a consultant and trainer to staff, Sharp HealthCare management, physicians and other customers of this department. To ensure the ongoing evaluation of clinical outcomes for Sharp HealthCare.

Required Qualifications

  • 3 Years clinical experience in nursing or other healthcare related specialty with additional experience in data collection, analysis, quality assurance, or computer programming.

Other Qualification Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in an applicable field, such as Nursing, or Health Care Administration (relevant experience in excess of three years may substitute for education). - Required

Essential Functions

  • Analysis SkillsAnalyzes and interprets data obtained from TSI, Oracle, IDX, PATS and other databases.Evaluates the integrity/accuracy of data and addresses identified problems.Communicates updates about data quality and availability regularly.Identifies cost-savings opportunities and reports projects' time allocation as needed.Analyzes data to answer questions and facilitate performance improvement.Includes a basic understanding of statistical analysis and the ability to impart an explanation of the data in this context.

  • CommunicationDevelops reports to effectively communicate findingsUtilizes full range of software tools to optimize reporting and dissemination of data and results.Highly skilled in graphic rendition of information.Able to professionally deliver results in writing or verbally.Presentation of information is clear, concise, and tailored to the level of the user.Data are complete and accurate with a keen attention to detail.

  • ConsultationActs as an in-house clinical and technical consultant for current and proposed needs for data and information to guide performance improvement.Assists individuals within the system in aggregation and analysis including data cleanup.Advise clients on methods of data collection and database design to maximize data integrity.Provides quality assessment, measurement and evaluation of data.Advises on the design and construction of tools for the collection of clinical data.

  • Educator skillsAssists in training of designated users in clinical database functions in order to maximize user effectiveness.Reviews the need for refresher or update training at least annually and arranges or performs training as needed.Provide ad hoc training and serve as a resource for question on the use of data tools at Sharp Healthcare.Analyzes user needs/requirements through on-site visits, review of current systems capabilities, and ensures attainment of optimal functionality and user satisfaction.Works collaboratively with customers on data definitions, and reporting strategies.Engages in professional development including participating in training on use of new tools available to query current and new data sources.

  • Technical skillsUtilized and maintains computer applications used for clinical outcomes analysis and reporting.Designs and manages databases including Microsoft Access and PATS.Writes queries, analyzes and reports out of TSI, Midas, Clinicomp, EMStat, and SQL Server.Stays abreast of new technologies in order to optimize data analysis and reporting including any new databases acquired by Sharp Healthcare. Results measured by demonstrated expertise in: TSI; Midas; Clinicomp; EMStat; SQL Server (warehouse); PATS; MEDai.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Computer skills include intermediate to advanced knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, and database programs.

  • Must have skills in analysis, problem solving, and trouble-shooting.

  • Ability to effectively work with Sharp management, staff, physicians, and others; to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; to achieve results for the organization with and through people; to practice good time management, and to demonstrate good leadership skills.

  • Ability to organize and coordinate data analysis for clinical decision-making, research, and program evaluation.

  • Knowledge of healthcare environment; IS principles and practices; the impact of clinical data on the legal, ethical, managerial, and organizational principles and standards for acute general hospitals and integrated health systems; basic research methodology.

Sharp HealthCare is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability or any other protected class

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