Clinical Data Analyst- Department of Pathology

Clinical Data Analyst

The Department of Pathology, one of the largest and most specialized pathology groups in the nation, is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Clinical Data Analyst to join our dynamic team. In this role, the analyst will support data-driven decision-making by collecting, analyzing, and interpreting clinical and laboratory data to improve patient outcomes and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, proficiency in data management tools, and a solid understanding of clinical workflows. This position will work Monday through Friday 8am to 4:30pm.

Responsibilities:

• Perform clinical analyses in a team-oriented atmosphere and review the analytical outcomes to both clinical and non-clinical audiences
• Interact with various clinical and non-clinical teams throughout each project to ensure data definitions and assumptions are accurate
• Identify trends in outcomes, utilization, medical quality and other areas.
• Meet deadlines and turnaround times set by department (these deadlines and turnaround times will, at times, require the employee to work until the project is completed, meaning extended daily work hours, extended work weeks, or both).
• Effectively prioritize and complete all assigned tasks.
• Develop and maintain working relationships with internal UPMC departments, and external contacts as appropriate.
• Stay abreast on new solutions relevant to the department through various webinars and intermittent conferences requiring brief travel
• Master new computer software programs and upgrades, as applicable.
• Maintain high level of accuracy and timeliness.
• Assist in organizing and leading discussions with multi-disciplinary teams, including but not limited to: senior management, department/division chiefs, chairs, physicians, etc.
• Identify current /future data challenges, develop meaningful recommendations and provide timely updates on issues encountered.
• Exhibit advanced problem solving using various information sources.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and ensures data accuracy.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Information Systems, Healthcare Management or related field
• OR High School Diploma and 5 years of relevant work experience.
• MS Office proficiency required SQL/Business Intelligence knowledge preferred Healthcare experience preferred
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills required
• Must work well independently and within a team
• *Epic (UPMC's Electronic Medical Record) training is mandatory within the first year of employment, requiring one week of travel to Madison, Wisconsin (only for facilities where applicable)
• Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
• Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran