Data Scientist

Job#: 3024520

Job Description:

A Brief Overview

The Data Scientist supports administrative and clinical leaders and teams focused on achieving the Quadruple

Aim. The individual in this role is responsible for executing projects that require the full data science pipeline

including data integration of disparate and centralized data into data marts, data mining, statistical model

development, advanced analytic methods, report/dashboard visualization and results presentation in support of

strategic objectives. The Data Scientist will work closely with senior leaders and colleagues to identify

opportunities, set objectives, and formulate analytic strategies that result in measurable impact to University

Hospitals.

What You Will Do

\\; Lead the discovery and requirements gathering process with key clinical and business stakeholders to

inform analytic plans

\\; Collaboratively co-create the discovery, design, development, deployment, optimization, and

maintenance of advanced analytics and data science techniques to enrich disparate datasets to craft

data-driven interventions aimed at achieving the Quadruple Aim.

\\; Research, design, develop and implement statistical models, and advanced analytics to support key

strategic initiatives.

\\; Develop and deploy innovative analytic solutions for simplistic Analytics-As-A-Service Business

Intelligence dashboards, rapid-fire flash reports directly to clinical and operational colleagues and/or

other customized reporting distribution solutions.

\\; Visualize data in creative ways that brings data and insights to life and is consumable in the business

and operational workflow of end-users

\\; Creatively utilize diverse data sources, such as electronic health record data, insurance claims data,

scheduling and financial data, social determinants of health data and any other relevant sources that

help support UH Clinical Transformation and System Operations Strategy.

\\; Develop purpose-driven data marts in Alteryx and SQL environments (on premise and Microsoft Azure).

\\; Assess the effectiveness and accuracy of new data sources and data gathering techniques

\\; Collaborate with IT to support data architecture of diverse datasets that support clinical integration by

converging these disparate data systems into repositories fit for algorithmic development and model

training.

\\; Evaluate business performance and dynamically monitor critical operational measures related to shared

savings arrangements and other value-based programs with governmental and commercial payors.

\\; Propose and develop novel solutions to UH data science problems, demonstrate and evaluate the

feasibility of these solutions and continuously adapt these solutions to integrate into the context of realworld

clinical care.

\\; Support the creation of analytics and scientific exploration related to risk modeling, financial

performance and quality of care for managed populations.

\\; Create technical interfacing to deploy simplified analytics directly to provider portal(s), / websites, or

mobile applications to enhance the UH clinical and business processes.

\\; Develop documentation, software, support tools, and technology infrastructure to enhance the ability of

analysts and operational leaders across the clinical enterprise to effectively and rapidly extract meaning

from health care data.

\\; Develop processes and tools to monitor and analyze analytical model performance and data accuracy\\;

provide ad-hoc analysis and visualizations.

\\; Engage, mentor, co-create, cross-train, and learn from data science and analytical colleagues to

promote a collaborative environment with applied process learning.

\\; Maintain fluency in existing and emerging data science technologies and complete online coursework or

independent study to fill in gaps of knowledge as needed to manage and execute innovation projects.

\\; Serve as the technical lead focused on creative use of diverse data sources, such as electronic health

record data, insurance claims data, scheduling and financial data, social determinants of health data,

and any other relevant sources that help support the UH clinical and business processes.

Additional Responsibilities

\\; Performs other duties as assigned.

\\; Complies with all policies and standards.

\\; For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during

orientation.

Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for

our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to

address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

Education Qualifications

\\; Bachelor'\\;s Degree Math, Statistics, Computer Science, Economics, Sociology, Public Health, or related

Quantitative or Social Science discipline (Required)

\\; Master'\\;s Degree in related field (Preferred) or

\\; Doctorate Degree in related field (Preferred)

Experience Qualifications

\\; 3+ years Working with complex analytic situations or big data environments (Required)

\\; Healthcare (Hospital/Health System, Payor, or Life Sciences) experience (Preferred)

Skills and Abilities

\\; Extensive experience working with SQL/complex queries (Required proficiency)

\\; Proficiency in statistical programming languages such as Python (e.g. pandas, scikit-learn, genism,

seaborn, tensorflow) or R (e.g. caret, dplyr, ggplot2) (Required proficiency)

\\; Experience with statistics, business intelligence development, report automation, and applied ETL

development (Required proficiency)

\\; Experience in data visualization (e.g. Tableau or PowerBI are preferred) and ability to communicate

results to a non-technical audience (Required proficiency)

\\; Experience being part of strategic projects with high visibility and impact with many internal and

external teams involved. (Required proficiency)

\\; Experience providing insights to executive stakeholders (Required proficiency)

\\; Experience managing collaborative data science projects (Required proficiency)

\\; Experience providing analytics that have a major impact on company \\;s strategic imperatives and

business results. (Required proficiency)

\\; Self-starter who is adept at independent decision-,making and is ideally suited for emermging leaders in

health data sciences (Required proficiency)

\\; Ability to develop data pipelines to support AI and machine learning model development (Required

proficiency)

\\; Ability to learn new software and emerging technologies without extensive hands-on training (Required

proficiency)

\\; Knowledge of Microsoft Azure (Required proficiency)

\\; Ability to work independently and use creative approaches to problem-solving but know when to seek

help from other team members (Required proficiency)

\\; Optimistic, self-directed performer capable of complex decision making and communication (Required

proficiency)

\\; Capable of turning questions into testable hypotheses, estracting data from complex databases, creating

and evaluating statistical models (Required proficiency)

\\; Capable of gathering and validating requirements, articulating the pros and cons of different analytic

approaches, estimating timelines for completion of work, and predicting potential challenges to

producing accurate time estimates and analytic plans. (Required proficiency)

\\; Working knowledge of emerging technology platforms (Required proficiency)

\\; Experience and working knowledge of Electronic Health Records (Epic and Allscripts), claims-based

reporting, and fluency with healthcare coding. (Preferred proficiency)

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.