Data Quality Analyst

Company: CENTER FOR HEALTH INFORMATION AND ANALYSIS
Location: Boston
Posted on: February 25, 2021

Job Description:

The mission of the Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) is to be the agency of record for Massachusetts health care information, to responsibly steward sensitive and confidential data, and to objectively report reliable and meaningful information about the quality, affordability, utilization, access, and outcomes of the Massachusetts health care system CHIA's Data Operations Technology unit is seeking an experienced Data Quality Analyst ("Analyst") to be responsible for a variety of quality assurance activities in the Center's database environment. The key role of the Analyst will be to assure that any data releases meet CHIA's data quality standards. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to, profiling and analyzing very large, complex databases to enhance data quality, confirming database source-to-target mapping, and developing compliance assurance metrics. The Analyst will work on a team with other Analysts and collaborate with other Data Operations Technology groups and internal Business Partners. Specifically the analyst will:

• Provide data profiling expertise to all MA APCD and Case Mix projects, including but not limited to, new data intake and derived data elements.
• Use profiling results to define specifications for automated quality assurance processes and ongoing monitoring of data.
• Identify, compare and resolve data quality problems.
• Determine root cause for data quality errors and make recommendations for long-term solutions.
• Work with programmers to correct data quality errors.
• Develop process improvements to enhance overall data quality.
• Develop and execute data cleanup measures.
• Identify areas of improvement to enhance data quality.
• Implement test scripts, record actual results, and identify defects.
• Automated test script preparation and execution.
• Develop and maintain quality assurance procedure documentation.
• Construct well-formed queries and procedures which take advantage of performance optimization.
• Suggest new process optimizations based on business needs.
• Ensure accuracy of ETL processes, including but not limited to the validation of business rules and transformation procedures
• Stay relevant and up-to-date on new data profiling technology and business intelligence tools
• Remain committed at all times to data quality, integrity and security Preferred Qualifications:
  • Strong Analytic, data quality and data manipulation skills;
  • Demonstrated proficiency in statistical analysis applications including SQL, SAS and/or STAT;
  • Proficiency in Tableau;
  • Demonstrated proficiency in applied statistical sampling;
  • Knowledge of health care data, claims and data reporting systems;
  • Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions;
  • Working knowledge of relational databases;
  • Demonstrated proficiency in desktop software such as; Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint;
  • Ability to work effectively with employees with diverse skillsets;
  • Ability to identify and resolve problems with datasets and analysis;
  • Ability to effectively communicate analytic results and measurements;
  • Strong interpersonal collaboration and communication skills;
  • Demonstrable written and user documentation skills;
  • Current knowledge of industry testing and data quality measurement techniques and methods. Minimum Entrance Requirements: Analyst must have at least five years of full-time, professional experience where the major duties include statistical programming, data quality analysis or data compliance activities. At least one year must be in the health care industry working in research and analysis, reporting, and/or data quality. A Bachelor's degree or higher in information technologies (IT), mathematics, computer science, public health or health services administration, may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required experience. Compensation: This position will remain open until filled. The anticipated full time salary range for this position is $80,000-$90,000 commensurate with experience. Total Compensation: As an employee of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts you are offered a great career opportunity influencing a wide-spectrum of services to the diverse populations we serve - but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits which you should consider towards your overall compensation, including:
    • 75% state paid medical insurance premium
    • Reasonable Dental and Vision Plans
    • Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Assistance programs
    • Low cost basic and optional life insurance
    • Retirement Savings: State Employees' Pension and a Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan
    • 11 paid holidays per year and competitive Sick, Vacation and Personal Time
    • Tuition Benefit for employee and spouse at state colleges and universities
    • Extended Illness program participation
    • Professional Development and Continuing Education opportunities
    • Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program At CHIA, we are committed to earning a reputation as a great place to work and build a career. So if you're excited to be part of a diverse and innovative team responsible for identifying opportunities to improve health care in Massachusetts, come join us! To apply and for more information visit: https://www.chiamass.gov/join-our-team/ CHIA is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator: Tonya Bourassa 617-701-8127. Information submitted by applicants is collected through the JazzHR Platform, your submission of application materials constitutes your express consent for this information to be provided to JazzHR for processing. Please do not include any personally identifiable information with your application materials other than that specifically requested by CHIA. CHIA requests basic information such as name, address, telephone number, and email address. You may also self identify race/ethnicity, gender, disability and/or veteran status if you so choose. However, you should not provide more detailed personal information such as your date of birth or Social Security Number with your application materials. In compliance with federal laws, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. References: Please enter names and contact information:* Reference 1:
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