Position Title: Data Analyst
Reports to: Chief Programs & Research Officer
Classification: Hybrid, Exempt, Full-time
THE RHODE ISLAND PUBLIC HEALTH INSTITUTE
The Rhode Island Public Health Institute (RIPHI) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization whose mission is to reduce health disparities in Rhode Island and beyond. RIPHI oversees public health programs, and conducts research related to population health, and trains students and public health practitioners.
In recent years, RIPHI’s programs have attracted local and national media attention as well as local and national awards for public health innovation. RIPHI owns and operates Open Door Health, the state’s first and only LGBTQ+ community clinic: Open Door Health provides primary care, sexual health care, family planning services, and gender affirming care to Rhode Island’s diverse community. Open Door Health also offers "express STI screening," which allows patients to quickly access STI services. RIPHI also hosts a Ryan White HIV treatment and care program at Open Door Health as well as large HIV prevention programs.
In addition, RIPHI founded several innovative public health programs focused on enhancing food and nutrition security. RIPHI operates Food on the Move, one of the largest mobile produce programs in the country. RIPHI leads Nourish Rhode Island, a coalition advocating for SNAP incentives in grocery stores to promote healthy eating among SNAP recipients. SNAP incentives double the value of the dollar when people buy fresh produce. That campaign led to a statewide program for 140,000 SNAP recipients in Rhode Island; this program doubles the value of the dollar when SNAP recipients buy fresh produce.
In 2024, RIPHI and Open Door Health began a statewide program to integrate primary care with behavioral health services. RIPHI uses population health data in all its research, clinical and charitable service programs. RIPHI recently adopted a 5-year strategic plan that includes opening and growing both a new research center and a new communications center to support RIPHI’s work to advance population health. In the last year, RIPHI has secured over $15 million in grant funding and is looking forward to continuing growing our programs and research portfolio in alignment with RIPHI’s strategic plan.
During the last several years, RIPHI led several successful advocacy campaigns culminating in legislative victories, legislative appropriations, and statewide policy changes. These were related to food and nutrition, security, hunger alleviation, HIV policy, access to medicines, and fiscal. RIPHI plans to continue its public health advocacy work in the coming years.
RIPHI’s rapid and currently growing portfolio also includes programs related to food insecurity, nutrition and active living, hepatitis C virus (HCV), HIV and other sexually transmitted infections (STIs), pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to reduce HIV transmission, mental health, social determinants of health, geographically focused health interventions, and other efforts to reduce health disparities. To learn more about RIPHI and Open Door Health, visit https://www.riphi.org and www.odhpvd.org.
Position Summary:
The Data Analyst will collect, analyze, and interpret data collected by RIPHI to support population health, clinical, operational, and business decision-making. This role works with large datasets, including electronic health record (EHR) systems, to identify trends, develop reports and dashboards, and provide insights that improve patient outcomes, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance.
Responsibilities:
- Collect, clean, validate, and analyze healthcare data from EHRs, claims, financial systems, and other data sources
- Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and key performance indicators
- Conduct analyses of EHR data and work with the Chief Programs and Research Officer to interpret clinical and research data
- Prepare reports, manuscripts and project-related technical writing
- Collaborate with RIPHI leaders to understand project objectives and to identify relevant data metrics
- Ensure data integrity, quality, and compliance with healthcare regulations such as HIPAA
- Perform analysis to support quality improvement initiatives and strategic planning
- Support all of RIPHI’s research and service programs related to population health
- Work with RIPHI’s executive team to manage population health data and produce population health reports. This includes working with the Chief Executive Officer, the Chief Financial Officer, the Chief Medical Officer, the Chief Programs & Research Officer and others.
- Create and implement policies for effective data management and governance
- Formulate techniques for quality data collection, maintenance, and sharing
- Ensure accuracy and quality of data across the organization
- Oversee data software and data management including DataView, AthenaHealth, and REDCap among others
- Devise and implement efficient and secure procedures for data handling and analysis
- Establish rules and procedures for data sharing with external stakeholders
- Contribute to data entry and data cleaning
- Support and train others in the daily use of data systems and ensure adherence to legal and company standards
- Build and assist with reports and data extraction for grant reports and submissions, presentations, quality assurance and other deliverables
- Monitor and analyze information and data systems and evaluate their performance to discover ways of enhancing them (new technologies, upgrades etc.)
- Troubleshoot data-related problems and authorize maintenance or modifications
Requirements:
Education & Experience
- BS/BA in data analytics, computer science, health and data systems, biostatistics or another relevant field
- 3-5 years of experience preferably within the healthcare industry
- Strong proficiency in SQL and Microsoft Excel
- Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI preferred
- Knowledge of research and health data systems
Knowledge & Skills
- Excellent understanding of data administration and management functions
- Familiarity with database and information system technologies
- Familiarity with Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems such as AthenaHealth
- An analytical mindset with problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Ability and enthusiasm for working in an entrepreneurial and fast-paced environment
- Ability to work quickly to be part of a team that uses data to solve complex public health and clinical problems
Knowledge & Skills
- Excellent understanding of data administration and management functions.
- Strong understanding of 340B Program compliance, operations, and risk areas.
- Familiarity with database and information system technologies.
- Strong attention to detail, especially in compliance-driven environments.
- An analytical mindset with problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability and enthusiasm for working in an entrepreneurial and fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work quickly to be part of a team that uses data to solve complex public health and clinical problems.
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 stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands; balance, stoop, kneel or crouch: and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. As RIPHI operates in a normal patient care environment there is possible exposure to infectious diseases. Hazards are minimized by adherence to established safety precautions.
Work Environment:
Rhode Island Public Health Institute is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage diverse candidates to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, expression or preference, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, socio-economic status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Please send a Resume and letter of interest with salary requirements to Senior Director of Human Resources at [email protected]
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $76,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Which data visualization tools have you used professionally?
- Have you worked with an Electronic Health Record (EHR) system?
- Describe your experience working with population health, public health, research data, or grant reporting. Please include the types of projects you have supported.
- How many years of experience do you have analyzing healthcare data (EHR, claims, clinical, or public health data)?
- How would you rate your proficiency with SQL?
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Work Location: Hybrid remote in Providence, RI 02907
