Health Informatics Analyst

About the role

According to the prescribed policies and procedures of the organization including all applicable federal, state and local regulations and under the general supervision of the Director of Data Analytics, this position is responsible for managing, analyzing, and visualizing health data to support organizational decision‑making. This position will focus on leveraging SQL, report automation, and data visualization tools such as Power BI to ensure data accuracy, streamline reporting processes, and provide actionable insights for various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize complex SQL queries to extract, manipulate, and analyze health data from diverse sources.
• Create, manage, and enhance databases, tables, views, and stored procedures to fulfill health data reporting requirements.
• Automate recurring reports to streamline processes and minimize manual effort, utilizing tools like SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) or other reporting frameworks.
• Conduct manual data entry and generate reports from various third‑party platforms.
• Deliver market intelligence analysis to compare and benchmark organizational service lines against competitors.
• Perform ad hoc analysis to assist operations in addressing business challenges.
• Contribute to strategic growth initiatives aimed at expanding organizational services.
• Design and create interactive dashboards and reports using Power BI and other BI applications to effectively communicate data insights to non‑technical stakeholders.
• Collaborate with clinical and administrative teams to gather reporting requirements and develop custom visualizations that enhance health outcomes and operational performance.
• Optimize reports and dashboards in Power BI or other BI applications for improved performance and usability.
• Ensure data quality through rigorous validation and testing of data extracts and reports.
• Uphold and implement data governance standards and practices to maintain the consistency, accuracy, and security of health data.
• Facilitate coordination efforts for establishing data connections and extractions from vendor systems.
• Partner with clinical, operational, and IT teams to support data‑driven initiatives and projects.
• Deliver training and support to end‑users on Power BI, report interpretation, and data literacy.
• Transform complex data concepts into actionable insights and recommendations.
• Stay current on industry trends and best practices in healthcare, health informatics, data analytics, and reporting technologies.
• Identify opportunities to enhance existing processes, tools, and methodologies to improve data accessibility and usability.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Health Informatics, Data Analytics, Computer Science, Public Health, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in health informatics or data analytics; proven experience with SQL (complex queries, stored procedures); hands‑on experience with data visualization tools, particularly Power BI; experience in report automation and working with large health data sets; knowledge of healthcare data and EHR data.
• Skills: Advanced proficiency in SQL; strong experience with Power BI or other BI applications and Microsoft Excel; experience in report automation (e.g., SSRS, SQL); familiarity with data warehousing and ETL processes; understanding of healthcare data standards (ICD, CPT, HL7) and regulatory requirements (HIPAA); good working computer skills with Microsoft Office suite, Windows, capacity to learn new software quickly; self‑directed with excellent organizational, analytical and problem‑solving skills; ability to manage concurrent tasks; excellent communication, comprehension, interpersonal skills; proficiency in English; strong motivational skills and high emotional intelligence (EQ); travel up to 10% with overnight stays.

Benefits

• Medical & Rx – 3 plan options; Healthcare Flexible Spending Account or Employer funded Health Savings Account; Fertility & Family Building Support, Weight Management, Chronic Condition Support.
• Parental Leave paid at 100% for four weeks; coverage begins first of the month following hire.
• Dental & Vision coverage nationwide.
• Company provided Life & ADD insurance and Disability coverage.
• Supplemental benefits: Life and AD&D, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Dependent Care and Transportation & Parking.
• Well‑being Programs: enhanced EAP with mental health and work‑life support, tobacco cessation, Well‑Being Your Way (up to $1000/year rewards & reimbursements).
• Retirement Savings Plan: immediate company funding at 3%, increasing up to 5% over time; additional company match up to 5% when employee contributes.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Paid Time Off (PTO), 9 paid Holidays, Parental Paid Leave at 100% (programs vary by status).