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The Outcomes Analyst is responsible for data collection, analysis and report writing for PI activities, Outcomes Management Department and Medical staff, Infection Control and Nursing. Collects, interprets, analyzes, and maintains assigned data requirements for multiple quality indicators. Creates custom reports for coordinators, managers and audits data for validity and accuracy. Serves as a resource for the facility and works with managers to develop PI tools, dashboards, and graphs. Has strong analytical skills, is familiar with statistical analysis methodology.

A day in the life of a DPSQ Outcomes Analyst at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:

•  Accurate data collection and analysis: Enters data from collection tools accurately and demonstrates excellent proof-reading skills. Data is accurate and derived from valid sources. Work is substantially error free and reports are presented in an easy-to-read format.
• Creates forms and reports: Database forms are created as needed to capture necessary information. Forms are modified according to the needs of the users. Reports are created to extract and compile information entered into databases by the users.
• Data Analyses: Performs complex data analysis for clinical quality as well as other projects as assigned. Analyses are delivered as assigned.
• HIPAA Compliance and Protection of Confidential Information: Ensures that access to all personally identifying data is unavailable to others. Files and worksheets, patient information, reports are locked and secured and inaccessible to unauthorized persons. Personal computer access is secured using corporate IT servers. 
• Improves quality and information value of products, projects and programs: Develops awareness of and familiarity with issues and events affecting programs and projects. Applies knowledge to evaluation, analysis, and interpretation of data.
• Other Projects and Assignments: Develops and edits presentation materials for various projects. Works on other projects and assignments required to meet the Department of Patient Safety and Quality needs.
• Reports Design: Develops and designs reports, programs, and files for analyzing and presenting data.
• Staff Education: Provides hands-on support to staff and managers throughout the facility as needed.
• TJC Readiness: May assist as a resource during regulatory audits or reviews as needed.
• Assists with tracking of compliance with various regulatory metrics. Tracks and monitors compliance for various regulatory metrics and other projects as assigned. Communication and follow up with coordinators and other leaders is done timely and accurately. Databases are up-to-date and accurate. 
• Utilizes appropriate Procedures and Tools: Develops data collection procedures and tools for various department programs and projects. Works with internal customers to develop and understand project specifications. Verified prior to the start of a project that the proposed tools will meet data and continue to meet the requirements. 
• Assists the Leadership team with the development and implementation of Hospital Level Highly Reliable Organization (HRO) strategies.
• Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
• Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Bachelor's degree or High School Diploma or GED and minimum two years relevant data analytics experience. 
• Strong analytical skills, is familiar with statistical analysis methodology.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills that include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

• Project management skills.
• Working Knowledge of Google Platforms. 

If you feel that the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!