Data Specialist

Data Specialist

***This position is in Arrington, VA located in Nelson County, not Arlington, VA*** The Data Specialist is a vital member of Blue Ridge Medical Center's (BRMC) AmeriCorps program in that their research and data analyses efforts help identify future programs and initiatives for both BRMC and AmeriCorps. The Data Specialist works to build capacity through data analyses services. Members assess and analyze the various disparities present, as well as the needs reported among BRMC's patient population through interpretation of current data reports. Through this, members successfully design and carry out both qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis on the proposed project/problem they have identified. Members present their project to management at numerous stages in the process and contribute real-time data to help direct and determine the best course of action for initiatives carried out by the BRMC Community Health Department and clinical teams as a whole. Other tasks assigned during the course of service are designated on a case-by-case basis regarding special projects or initiatives proposed by various providers across the three BRMC locations (Arrington, Amherst, and Appomattox).

Member Duties : 1. Assess and create a written report of the greatest community strengths and health needs based on a data review 2. Formally present the report/research to BRMC's management team and the Community Health Department for project approval and/or revision 3. Conduct a literature review on the health topic/research focus that has been presented and approved 4. Aid in collection of data and compilation of resources in order to update the annual BRMC Community Health Needs Assessment 5. Responsible for tracking data related to all community health initiatives: Health Fair, Senior Center Initiatives, Food Pharmacy, PRAPARE SDOH Screenings, etc. 6. Partake in at least one focus group or listening session related to approved project and complete qualitative data analysis 7. Aid with data analysis on a case-by-case basis for projects proposed by providers on various health initiatives undertaken by BRMC 8. Maintain confidentiality agreements under HIPAA rules and regulations

Program Benefits : Training , Living Allowance , Education award upon successful completion of service .

Terms :
Uniforms provided and required , Permits attendance at school during off hours , Permits working at another job during off hours .

Service Areas :
Public Health AmeriCorps .

Skills :
Public Health , Computers/Technology , Communications , Writing/Editing