Úta Quality Specialist

Þtails Department: Data and Delivery Governance Schedule: Full Time Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm CT Location: Remote 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 *Please note, benefits and benefits eligibility can vary by position, exclusions may apply for some roles (for example: PRN, Short-Term Option, etc.). Connect with your Talent Advisor today for additional specifics. Responsibilities The Data Quality Specialist is responsible for defining data quality metrics and monitoring the quality of data at Ascension. The Data Quality Specialist will work with the Data Governance Lead and Data Governance Stewardship Communities to set data standards and ensure that data is fit for purpose. The Data Quality Specialist also ensures Lead Data Stewards and Data Owners understand data quality drivers, and work with Data Domain Leaders to execute plans to improve data quality. In addition, this position may assist with source to target mapping that apply data standards for master data domains as defined by data governance and/or regulatory bodies (i.e. HL7 and/or FHIR). KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Defines data quality dimensions and capabilities that will help measure data quality Defines and monitors data quality metrics through a data quality scorecard Applies data certification framework and processes Coordinates with Data Stewards to evangelize the importance of data quality Identifies and manages critical data quality issues and risks Facilitates Data Quality related discussions within Data Working Groups Works with Data Governance Lead on data quality strategy Facilitates reviews of data quality policies, rules, and standards Assists in developing implementation plans for data quality across domains Provides guidance to the business around data quality metrics Maintains knowledge of industry standards and trends, and drives application of such standards within Ascension Supports implementation of data quality tools Supports the development of quality and performance metric tracking tools Supports the definition and monitoring of data quality scorecards and follow up with Data Domain Leaders Develops audit plans and works with Data Domain Leaders and Data Stewards to execute data quality audits, assess results and development of remediation plans Initiates data clean up exercises based on the monitoring of data quality Supports source to target mapping across multiple healthcare data domains and data sets Includes targets related to HL7, FHIR and other national references SKILLS: Have clear understanding of the relevant functional area(s), the data being managed, and its implications downstream to other systems, processes, and applications Knowledge of the business rules for the relevant functional area(s) Use data as a key capability in current role Proficient in basic data concepts (management, modeling, curation/wrangling) Highly organized, self-motivated, and proactive (takes initiative) Ability to analyze complex processes into sub-processes Excellent oral, verbal and written communication skills Strong meeting facilitation skills as well as presentation skills Communicate effectively with diverse people at various organization levels with right level of detail and cultural sensitivity Preferred software experience Collibra Informatica Data Quality Symedical Tableau REDCap SQL Google Cloud Platform/Big Query Flexible and open to new ideas with the ability to understand things from corporate, regional and local perspective while maintaining customer focus. Proven ability to work in an ambiguous environment; self-motivated to work in an independent and collaborative mode. Ability to build strong relationships with peers and leaders by building trust and credibility; strong collaboration skills. Active listening skills to understand business needs and steer the business team to take decisions that have enterprise-wide impact. Effectively influence a team of individuals without reporting authority to achieve goals and meet deadlines. QUALIFICATIONS: Experience working in a healthcare environment preferred General knowledge of Data Quality framework and business rules Basic knowledge of backend database configuration and processes Previous provider and clinical systems knowledge is preferred, both in the inpatient and ambulatory settings Proficient to advanced Google Suite skills (Docs, Sheets, Slides) Requirements 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. Additional Preferences No additional preferences. Why Join Our Team When you join Ascension, you join a team of over 150,000 individuals across the country committed to a Mission of serving others and providing compassionate, personalized care to all. Our inclusive culture, continuing education programs, career coaches and benefit offerings are just a few of the resources and tools that team members can use to create a rewarding career path. In fact, Ascension spent nearly $46 million in tuition assistance alone to support associate growth and development. If you are looking for a career where you can grow and make a difference in your community, we invite you to join our team today. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Ascension will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. 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