Healthcare Data Analyst Job at Colorado Springs Cardiology, Colorado Springs, CO

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  • Colorado Springs Cardiology
  • Colorado Springs, CO

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Colorado Springs Cardiology (COSC), in partnership with Heart & Vascular Partners, seeks a hard-working, team-oriented individual to join our team and serve as a Healthcare Data Analyst. As a Healthcare Data Analyst you are responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting healthcare data to support decision-making, improve patient outcomes, and optimize operational efficiency within the organization. This role involves working with clinical, administrative, and IT teams to ensure that data is used effectively to improve healthcare services, identify trends, and meet regulatory compliance standards. The Healthcare Data Analyst will develop reports, dashboards, and analytical models to provide actionable insights for clinical and operational teams.

Essential Functions of the Role :

  • Data Collection & Management: Collect, clean, and organize data from multiple healthcare systems (e.g., Electronic Health Records [EHR], billing systems, patient surveys) to ensure accuracy and completeness. Develop and maintain databases, data systems, and data pipelines to support analytics functions. Ensure data integrity by identifying data quality issues and collaborating with IT and clinical teams to resolve discrepancies.
  • Data Analysis & Reporting: Create and present regular reports, dashboards, and visualizations of key performance indicators (KPIs) to healthcare teams and leadership. Provide insights on patient outcomes, clinical performance, operational efficiency, and financial performance to optimize organizational performance. Prepare ad-hoc reports and perform deep dives into specific data sets as requested by management.
  • Decision Support & Strategic Recommendations: Use data analytics to support strategic initiatives, such as improving patient care quality, reducing operational costs, and increasing revenue through optimization of workflows and resource management. Provide actionable insights that contribute to evidence-based decision-making for clinical and operational teams. Collaborate with department leaders to understand business needs and tailor data solutions to meet those needs.
  • Quality Improvement & Clinical Analytics: Support quality improvement programs by analyzing clinical data to assess patient outcomes, adherence to guidelines, and quality metrics (e.g., HEDIS, Meaningful Use). Provide data-driven recommendations to improve patient care processes and enhance the patient experience. Participate in initiatives to monitor and improve clinical performance, including tracking compliance with regulatory standards and accreditation requirements.
  • Compliance & Regulatory Reporting: Ensure data practices comply with healthcare regulations such as HIPAA, HITECH, and CMS requirements. Assist in the preparation of reports for regulatory bodies, including government agencies, payers, and accrediting organizations. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of healthcare laws, standards, and industry best practices related to data analysis and healthcare analytics.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Health Informatics, Statistics, Data Science, or related field required.
  • 2-4 years of experience in data analysis, healthcare analytics, or a related field.
  • Experience working with healthcare data sources (EHRs, claims data, patient satisfaction surveys) is highly preferred.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret large sets of healthcare data.
  • Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., SQL, Excel, Tableau, Power BI, R, Python).
  • Familiarity with healthcare systems and databases, including EHR, billing systems, and claims data.
  • Knowledge of healthcare industry standards, regulations, and metrics (e.g., HEDIS, MACRA, Meaningful Use).
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to present complex data findings to a non-technical audience.
  • Detail-oriented with a focus on data quality and accuracy.
  • Certified Health Data Analyst (CHDA) or other relevant certifications are a plus.
  • Healthcare-related certifications or experience with healthcare compliance and regulatory standards is preferred.
Physical Requirements

As a Healthcare Data Analyst with COSC, you must be able to:

  • Travel between multiple practice locations as needed
  • Stand or walk for periods when observing staff, conducting rounds, and/or participating in staff meetings and training sessions at different practice locations.
  • Sit for extended periods during meetings, report reviews, or administrative tasks, such as managing schedules, budgets, and compliance documentation.
  • Use office equipment (computers, phones, and fax machines) and other technology tools required for administrative tasks. Frequently lifting light materials (up to 20-25 pounds) and occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds.
  • Demonstrate the ability to work in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment with the capacity to handle a variety of administrative responsibilities across multiple locations. This includes responding to patient complaints and addressing any compliance or regulatory concerns quickly.

Company Benefits

COSC offers its teammates:

  • Competitive Wage
  • 401K with match up to 4%, vested immediately at 100% once contributions start.
  • Flexible work options
  • Pro-rated Paid time off with graduated PTO for years of service, up to 5 weeks a year
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

COSC/Heart & Vascular Partners provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

The statements contained herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the Healthcare Data Analyst but is not a complete list of the responsibilities, duties, or skills required. Other duties may be assigned as business needs dictate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Tags

Local area, Immediate start, Flexible hours,

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