Job Description:

JOB SUMMARY

Houston Methodist (HM) is looking for a skilled and motivated data scientist to join the Center for Outcomes Research (COR) to lead and develop healthcare informatics with the potential of transforming healthcare and population health management solutions via data science and big data analytics. The Data Scientist will have relevant healthcare experience and / or training, and data skills enabling implementation of big data validation / management strategies and performing complex analyses beyond conventional statistical approaches. The individual will be responsible for the implementation and maintenance of Extract Transform Load (ETL) solutions for real-world healthcare data, which may include advanced data management approaches such as stream processing, feature engineering, and anomaly detection. The data scientist would leverage the information in HM enterprise data warehouses and the Epic electronic medical record, aggregate national representative datasets under the guidance of the Associate Director / PI / Chief division of population health at COR. Responsibilities may include development and management of large heterogenous data warehouses, application development and implementation of advanced data processing applications; either on-prem or in the cloud. The position may also build new tools to automate workflows and create insightful and actionable data visualizations including data dashboards. The data scientist will work with researchers to implement advanced analytic algorithms for medical imaging analysis (particularly brain CTs and MRIs), continuous waveform signal processing and natural language processing. This position specifically serves two large programmatic areas i.e., neurosciences (including cerebrovascular disease) and infectious diseases (including new and emerging pandemics). The data scientist will also lead or collaborate in dissemination of research findings via peer-reviewed manuscripts and submission of funding proposals by the PI. Specific neuroscience and / or infectious disease experience is not essential but highly desirable. Ideal candidate will have experience in a diverse set of computational environments supported by tools such as SQL, Python, R, and STATA. This position requires excellent interpersonal skills to collaborate with colleagues and communicate their findings to the scientific community, leadership and stakeholders. The position promotes and supports system and department specific ICARE values.

Requirements:

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Job responsibilities labeled EF capture those duties that are essential functions of the job.

PEOPLE - 15%

1. Maintains client relationships as assigned and leads the delivery of innovative strategies and solutions. (EF)


2. Presents project progress and results to key stakeholders. (EF)


3. Partners in collaboration with leadership of the service lines/specialty areas to promote staff accountability and effective decision-making. (EF)

SERVICE - 35%

1. Analyzes health care data using basic and advanced statistical methodologies; interprets results for investigators and prepares reports. (EF)


2. Drives data analytical insight across the organization. (EF)


3. Identifies data elements within the clinical/health/research databases for analytics and decision support. (EF)


4. Maintains database results by setting and enforcing standards and controls. Makes revisions to data entry screens and data checks; reviewes and resolves data discrepencies. (EF)


5. Translates finding into implementable informatic solutions with the clinicians, hospital and research administration or other key stakeholders. (EF)

QUALITY/SAFETY - 20%

1. Responsible for accuracy and timeliness of data input into reports and decisions. (EF)


2. Identifies and correct flaws in interpretation of results, inconsistency in presentation or inference. (EF)

FINANCE - 10%

1. Uses department resources/equipment/supplies properly and efficiently. (EF)


2. Manages the continuous improvement of clinical, research, and operational data and analytics. (EF)

GROWTH/INNOVATION - 20%

1. Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual process improvements. (EF)


2. Assumes responsibility for self-growth and development by participating in in-service programs and continuing education. (EF)


3. Consults with hospital and research staff regarding process improvement, delivery of best outcomes, decision supports, data insights, and recommendations. (EF)

This job description is not intended to be all inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

Qualifications:

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

o Master's Degree in Computer Science, Clinical Informatics, Public Health Administration, Business Administration, or Engineering or MD with experience in Computing, Informatics, and Statistics

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

o Four years of experience in data analytics and/or database management in a healthcare organization

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

o Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations

o Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security

o Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles

o Experience in clinical, research, and or healthcare administration

o Skilled in statistical, database, and algorithm modeling preferred

o Skilled with implementing and managing Health IT software, prototyping and applications

o Knowledge of process mapping and analytics

o Knowledge of clinical/health data integration in a health care IT environment

o Ability to perform exploratory data analysis

o Ability to communicate complicated, technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Work Attire Yes/No

Uniform No

Scrubs No

Business professional Yes

Other (dept approved) No

On-Call* No

*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Event, etc) regardless of selection above.

Travel**

May require travel within No

Houston Metropolitan area

May require travel outside No

of Houston Metropolitan area

**Travel specifications may vary by department.

Please note any other special considerations to this job: __________________________

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED

o None

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