Overview

• Department: Ascension Data Science Institute

• Schedule: Full-time

• Location: Remote

Perks and Benefits

Enjoy generous paid time off (PTO) along with a range of health insurance and wellness programs tailored to your needs. Secure your future with retirement benefits, including employer matching plans, and ensure peace of mind with long-term and short-term disability coverage. Access employee assistance programs (EAP) and take advantage of parental leave and adoption support. With our tuition reimbursement policy, your professional development is encouraged. Also, explore various opportunities to contribute to your community.

Please note that benefit options and eligibility can differ based on position. Compensation packages will reflect factors such as experience, skills, and educational background.

Key Responsibilities

At the **Ascension Data Sciences Institute (ADSI)**, established in July 2019, our mission is to assist Ascension in reaching its Quadruple Aim by employing exceptionally skilled associates who conduct analyses, create models, and develop applications that enhance healthcare delivery and inform strategic decisions. Our focus areas include 1) Clinical quality and patient safety; 2) Strategic Operations and Financial Analytics; 3) Actuarial and Managed Care Analytics; 4) Registry Abstraction Healthcare Solutions; and 5) Healthcare Data Intelligence. In a healthcare landscape characterized by rapid change and intricate economic conditions, we are committed to harnessing advanced analytics and data science to enable transformative care delivery, improved quality, and superior financial outcomes for competitive advantage.

In this prominent role, you will spearhead vital analytics initiatives aimed at producing data-informed insights and advisory on impactful federal and state healthcare legislation. Potential subject areas include site-neutral payment reforms, fiscal policy proposals, and annual updates to public insurance programs.

The Lead Analyst’s responsibilities will include:

• Assessing the volume and financial repercussions for the health system stemming from proposed policies or policy modifications.

• Delivering advanced analytical support and consulting to stakeholders, emphasizing policy implications on access to healthcare services and reimbursement across all Ascension facilities.

• Acting as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for data collection and analysis from diverse sources, leading to the creation of comprehensive reports that involve querying relational databases, performing intricate analyses, and contextualizing data from billing, clinical, and claims databases alongside external datasets.

• Identifying outliers, patterns, and trends, providing actionable recommendations in both ad hoc and standardized reports/presentations for senior leadership.

• Innovating methodologies for examining complex issues and designing efficient reporting systems to achieve exemplary data analytics and advisory.

• Guiding, training, and mentoring team members on report access and data interpretation.

• Proposing ongoing enhancements for data management, reporting, presentations, and other shared documents.

• Leading the development and delivery of custom management reports.

Qualifications

Education:

• High School diploma (or equivalent) with 2 years of relevant experience OR an Associate’s/Bachelor’s degree with at least 1 year of experience OR 5 years of pertinent job experience required, with preference given to candidates with 2 years of leadership or management experience.

Additional Preferences

• A minimum of 5 years of experience (or relevant education) is preferred.

• A Master’s degree or higher in public policy, healthcare administration, healthcare economics, or public health is highly favored.

• Experience in healthcare policy or related fiscal policy is preferred; experience within large health systems is a plus.

• Proficiency in SQL is required; familiarity with other programming languages (such as Python or R) is advantageous.

• Adept at processing and synthesizing very large datasets.

• Strong written and verbal communication capabilities.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

• A demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

• Experience with cloud-based data storage platforms (e.g., Google Cloud Platform, Salesforce Cloud Data Platform) is a plus.

Why Become Part of Our Team

At Ascension, our associates are crucial to our mission of reshaping healthcare and ensuring access for all, particularly those in need. Join our team to influence the future of a people-centric healthcare experience and create innovative solutions. Explore the diverse career opportunities available within our ministry locations and corporate headquarters.

As a prominent non-profit, faith-based health system, Ascension employs over 134,000 associates across 2,600 care sites, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities spanning 19 states.

Our Mission, Vision, and Values define our work at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to contribute, volunteer, and positively impact their communities. A career at Ascension goes beyond traditional jobs; it’s a chance to enrich your life and those around you.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Ascension is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, providing fair employment opportunities to all associates and applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status, as outlined by applicable laws.

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As a military-friendly organization, Ascension values the unique experiences of military personnel and offers enhanced flexibility and benefits to support military families, spouses, veterans, and reservists. Our associates are encouraged to utilize their military expertise and perspectives in their civilian roles with Ascension.

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