Sr Data Analyst GRANT - IM Infectious Disease - Full-...

Location: Chicago, Illinois Business Unit: Rush Medical Center Hospital: Rush University Medical Center Department: Int Med Infect Diseases-ResAdm Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0.9 and 1.0) Shift: Shift 1Work Schedule: 8 Hr (9:00:00 AM - 5:00:00 PM) Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (Pay Range: $32.00 - $46.44 per hour Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush's anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case. Summary: The Sr Data Analyst is responsible for collecting data, quality control of the databases, and statistical analysis of data and quality improvement. The Data Analyst will collect and analyze data, interpret results, and submit reports and recommendations to the leadership team. The Sr Data Analyst will interpret results from the analysis and corresponding reports. The individual who holds this position exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and ICARE values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures. Other information: Required Job Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree. • Three years of related work experience. • Understanding of concepts in methodology, data collection, and analyses. • Proficient with medical terminology. • Data management experience. Knowledgeable in database rules, writing queries, and relational database creation and management (create, query, relate). • Unique combinations of both hard and soft skills in order to prepare, analyze, and present data. • Proficient in writing SQL queries and stored procedures on large data sets with complex data models. • Proficient in the use of statistical software and techniques in the analysis and interpretation of complex data sets. • Strong analytical and problem solving skills. • Strong verbal and written communication skills. • Proficient computer skills including query tools, web-based applications, word processing, spreadsheets, graphs, PowerPoint, and database management. • Ability to manage multiple projects. • Ability to work independently and in groups. • Ability to prioritize time. • Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment. • Ability to collaborate in a cross functional and interdisciplinary quality improvement teams at every level of the medical center. • Advanced ability to create summary reports using statistical tools, charts, and graphs. Preferred Job Qualifications: • Work experience in higher education or a healthcare environment. Disclaimer: The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Responsibilities: • Provides real time data analysis that relates to establishing and meeting quality objectives and enhancing clinical efficiency and effectiveness. • Writes SQL queries to extract data from the electronic medical record for quality and operations reporting purposes. • Assists in the development of data storage and access methods and policies to provide maximum efficiency. • Analyze the quality and performance initiatives. Organizes and analyzes clinical and administrative data from multiple sources and synthesizes results into meaningful reports and presentation. • Prepares complex quality analyses utilizing benchmark data from a number of sources as appropriate. • Identifies and compiles data from multiple sources to produce and distribute reports to support the QI process. External sources of data include publicly reported web sites such as UHC and Press Ganey data systems. • May be requested to validate externally reported data with internal source data. • Analyzes the use and effectiveness of processes necessary for aggregating information from clinical computer systems. • Generates/presents reports as needed. • Assists in the development of department-wide qualitative metrics to support the quality improvement plan. • Establishes relationships with various departments in the hospital to obtain and validate quality data. • Acts as data analyst with other multidisciplinary teams in the evaluation of quality outcomes. May participate in all phases: design, planning, preparation, electronic data abstraction, report development, and presentation. • Maintains the confidentiality of all internal correspondence as well as with external entities. Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Created: 2026-03-10