The starting wage range for this position is $55,000 - $73,625 annually DOE.
This position is based in Anchorage, Alaska.
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Position Summary
Under the direction of the Health I.T Manager, the Public Health Analyst provides clinical quality improvement subject matter expertise, training and technical assistance, project planning and implementation, and evaluation support for APCA projects. The Public Health Analyst is required to make decisions concerning research approach and methodology, conflicting or inconsistent data sets, analysis, and reporting conclusions. Decisions are based on objective analysis of data and research, as well as other forms of evidence. This position uses independent judgment to identify, collect, input, analyze, interpret, and report data relevant to the project.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:
Other duties may be assigned, as necessary.
Training and technical assistance
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Develop, implement, and evaluate plans to address health center clinical quality improvement needs and meet defined outcomes
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Network, build and maintain relationships with CHC staff, network partners and stakeholders to provide training and quality improvement for CHCs
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Maintain and facilitate peer learning groups as appropriate
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Attend trainings and conferences to maintain subject matter expertise, keep up on current trends and network as appropriate
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Demonstrate expertise in clinical quality improvement while anticipating the need for T/TA activities
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Provide technical assistance to health centers to support clinical quality improvement as needed or requested
Project planning and implementation
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Plan, track, implement, and support reporting of assigned grant work plan or project deliverables
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Establish and prioritize tasks and objectives in order to manage time and resources appropriately
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Plan and organize Spring and Fall Summit content and other related events, anticipating the needs of Alaska health centers
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Provide input on grant workplans and budgets to support health center needs, including recommending changes
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Prepare reports on project activities for funders, leadership, and other stakeholders
Evaluation
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Develop and implement quantitative and qualitative data collection, research, and analysis projects
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Conduct literature reviews and environmental scans
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Collect, manage, and conduct basic analysis of data from public and confidential sources, including pulling reports from platforms such as population health tools
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Monitor project outcomes and recommend changes based on results
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Conduct, or provide support for periodic surveys, interviews, or focus groups
Qualifications / Knowledge
Required
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Bachelor’s Degree in a related area. Year for year education may be substituted for work experience.
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At least two years of clinical quality improvement, project management, health education, evaluation, research, or other related experience.
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Strong computer skills, including experience using MS Excel, web based survey software, and the ability to learn and navigate web based health information systems
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Experience working on a team conducting evaluation activities
Preferred
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Community health or public health experience
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Master’s degree in a related area.
Skills and Abilities
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Self-motivated with exceptional organizational skills and high attention to detail
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Ability to work collaboratively with technical experts, administrators, external partners, and the public.
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Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work.
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Skill in program analysis and evaluation.
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Exceptional oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
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Strong cultural competency and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively in an environment with diverse cultures, multiple perspectives, and competing needs.
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Ability to anticipate roadblocks and independently resolve challenges.
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Ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple facets of project development and implementation.
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Ability to coordinate projects in an interdisciplinary team environment
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Ability to work as a team member and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with federal, state, local, and community partners. Demonstrated awareness of and value for cultural competence
Supervisory Relationship
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Received
- Works under the direct supervision of Health I.T Manager. Performance is assessed through review of work, integration, and cooperation within the Department and APCA, communication with all stakeholders, quality and timeliness of deliverables and associated criteria.
- Exercised
Language Skills
Required
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Fluency in written and spoken English required.
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Superior written and oral communication skills.
Travel Required
In-city travel by personal vehicle for meetings, tasks, and errands as needed. In-state travel may occur. Mileage is reimbursed per APCA policy.
Hours per Week
This is a full-time position, 40 hours/week. Generally, hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, and hear, and be able to operate a computer, printer, telephone, computer/projector combination, and photocopier.
Work Environment
Duties will generally be performed in an office setting with travel and associated accommodations throughout the local area, the state of Alaska, and the Lower 48 as needed.
NOTE: Any description of work is a picture of the major responsibilities of a position at a given point in time. Jobs are dynamic and assignments/priorities may change. The primary purpose of this description is to outline and communicate key tasks and expectations for the position. This description does not imply or create a contractual relationship. Alaska Primary Care Association is an at-will employer.
Alaska Primary Care Association provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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