Operations Data Analyst, Quality and Risk
Role summary
Ascension is seeking a remote Operations Data Analyst, Quality and Risk to join their Clinical and Population Health Analytics team. This full-time role involves tracking performance metrics against healthcare quality standards, managing project workflows in Smartsheet, navigating payer portals for reports, and interpreting complex data to inform leadership decisions. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in healthcare operations managing KPIs or project timelines, and advanced spreadsheet skills. Proficiency in SQL and Python is preferred. Ascension offers a supportive, inclusive environment with comprehensive benefits.
Your future role at a glance:
Location: Remote
Department/Specialty: Clinical and Population Health Analytics
Schedule: Day Shift | Full Time
Salary: $68,450.00 - $95,416.00 per year
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How you'll make an impact in this role:
- Track individual and team performance metrics to ensure our operational goals align with national healthcare quality standards.
- Manage project workflows and trackers in Smartsheet to keep complex, multi-market initiatives on schedule.
- Navigate payer portals and external platforms to retrieve and organize the vital reports needed for monthly performance reviews.
- Interpret complex data sets to help leadership understand the "story" behind the numbers and how they impact patient care.
What minimum qualifications you'll need:
Education:
- High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
What additional requirements you'll need:
- Operational Expertise: Minimum 3+ years in a professional office or healthcare operations environment, specifically managing KPIs or project timelines.
- Advanced Spreadsheet Literacy: Mastery of Excel or Google Sheets (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables) and a high "data curiosity" to learn SQL and Python.
Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity:
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Equal employment opportunity employer:
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Benefits:
Paid time off (PTO)
Various health insurance options & wellness plans
Retirement benefits including employer match plans
Long-term & short-term disability
Employee assistance programs (EAP)
Parental leave & adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Ways to give back to your community
*Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.*