Operations Data Analyst, Quality and Risk
Role summary
Ascension is seeking a remote, full-time Operations Data Analyst to join their Clinical and Population Health Analytics team. This role focuses on tracking performance metrics against national healthcare quality standards, managing project workflows in Smartsheet, and navigating payer portals for reporting. The analyst will interpret complex data sets to provide insights to leadership regarding patient care impact. A High School diploma or equivalent with 2 years of experience, or an Associate's/Bachelor's degree, or 4 years of applicable experience is required. Preferred qualifications include 3+ years in operations, KPI/project timeline management, and advanced spreadsheet skills with a curiosity for SQL and Python.
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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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.
Benefits that help you thrive
- Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
- Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
- Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
- Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
- Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
- Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
*Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.*
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.
Education
What minimum requirements you’ll need
- 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 Preferences We're Seeking
- 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.
Equal employment opportunity employer
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
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