Position Title: Data Specialist   

FLSA Status: Exempt/Full-time  

Prepared/Revised Date: October 2024 

Salary Range: $55,393.00 - $67,128.00 (Annually) 

POSITION SUMMARY: 

Seeking a Data Specialist to support the organization’s Center for Data Analysis and Quality (CDAQ) healthcare data collection and reporting programs by conducting and interpreting data analyses and leveraging business intelligence tools such as Airtable, Tableau and Excel to create and update reports and dashboards for clients. The Data Reporting Analyst will be responsible for ensuring data accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards, collaborating with stakeholders to meet organizational goals and communicating insights effectively. The ideal candidate will have familiarity with UDS+ and eCW, demonstrate strong critical thinking and analytical skills and excel in conveying complex information both verbally and in writing to both technical and non-technical audiences.   

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSITILITIES: 

The Data Specialist works under the supervision of the Director Center for Data Quality and Analysis.  

• Data Collection and Management 

• Support a wide variety of data submission processes – gathering health-related data from various sources such as UDS, health centers, and our data warehouse 

• Ensure data accuracy, completeness and quality through validation and data cleansing processes 

• Data Analysis and Reporting 

• Analyze health data to identify and interpret trends, patterns and insights related to quality measures 

• Develop and maintain standard and ad-hoc reports, dashboards and visualizations  

• Stakeholder Collaboration 

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders (e.g., program managers, government agencies, community health centers, and partner organizations) to understand reporting needs and ensure alignment with organizational goals. 

• Present findings to both technical and non-technical audiences, ensuring clear and concise communication of complex data. 

• Provide excellent customer service to all stakeholders 

• Technical Skills and Tools 

• Utilize data management and analysis tools such as Airtable, SQL, Excel, R, or Tableau to process, analyze and present large data sets 

• Create and automate reporting processes to improve efficiency and accuracy 

• Documentation and Process Improvement 

• Document data management processes, methodologies and reporting procedures 

• Continuously seek opportunities to improve data collection, reporting and analysis workflows 

• Respond to ad hoc requests and other duties as assigned 

• Support CEO for special projects and other duties as assigned 

Skills and Requirements: 

• Data Analysis & Interpretation 

• Strong analytical skills to interpret healthcare data and draw meaningful insights 

• Experience with healthcare claims data or other health-related data sets 

• Business Intelligence & Reporting Tools 

• Demonstrated proficiency in using Tableau Desktop for creating dashboards and reports 

• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel for data manipulation, analysis and reporting 

• Critical Thinking & Attention to Detail 

• Ability to analyze data trends, identify key metrics and solve complex problems through data-driven decision-making 

• Drive to ensure accuracy and consistency in data reporting, identifying discrepancies and maintaining high-quality data standards 

• Communication 

• Strong verbal and written communication skills for explaining complex data concepts to non-technical stakeholders 

• Experience in creating clear, concise reports and visualizations for diverse audiences 

• Collaboration & Stakeholder Management 

• Ability to work effectively with internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders to meet reporting needs and program goals. 

• Compliance & Regulatory Knowledge 

• Familiarity with healthcare reporting regulations and data privacy standards (e.g., HIPAA) 

• Understanding of state and federal healthcare reporting requirements (HRSA) 

• Technical Troubleshooting & Process Improvement 

• Ability to identify and resolve data discrepancies or issues related to reporting processes or systems 

• Skills in process optimization, automation of reporting tasks and workflow improvements. 

QUALIFICATION: 

Education and/or Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree in data analytics, health informatics, public health, information technology or a related field 

• Experience 

• Data analysis, business intelligence or healthcare reporting roles 

• Experience working with healthcare data (quality measures, UDS, etc.) is highly preferred 

• Technical Proficiency 

• Advanced knowledge of Tableau Desktop and Microsoft Excel 

• Experience with Federally Qualified Health Centers is a plus 

• Healthcare Knowledge 

• Understanding of healthcare data systems, health insurance data, and related terminologies a plus 

• Problem-Solving Skills 

• Ability to troubleshoot issues related to data quality, data management or reporting processes 

• Regulatory Reporting Experience 

• Familiarity with state and federal healthcare reporting programs and compliance requirements (preferred). 

CERTIFCATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS 

• None 

BENEFITS: 

• Health insurance 

• Dental 

• Vision 

• Disability (Short/Long Term) 

• Flexible schedule 

• Flexible spending account (FSA) 

• Life insurance 

• Paid time off (PTO) 

• Legal Representation 

• 403b (k) Retirement Plan 

SCHEDULE: 

• 8-hour shift 

• Monday to Friday  

WORK HOURS: 

This is a full-time 40 hours per week position. The employee works 8 hours per day on an adjusted schedule from a start of 7:00 am to a finish of 6:00 pm 

REMOTE WORK: 

Staff are required to work in-office every other week Monday – Thursday with the remaining time working remote.   

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

The physical requirements of the position are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: 

Travel for this position is minimal but may change as needed to secure relationships with funders. 

About Virginia Community Healthcare Association

Virginia Community Healthcare Association (VCHA) is a non-profit membership organization that serves as the primary care association for Virginia’s thirty community health centers and look-alike health centers. Membership in VCHA is open to all Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) and Federally Qualified Health Center Look-Alikes operating delivery sites in Virginia. VCHA supports our health centers in their mission to provide access to health care regardless of geographic location or ability to pay.

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