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Virginia Mason Franciscan Health Clinical Data Scientist in Tacoma, Washington
Overview
In 2020 united in a fierce commitment to deliver the highest quality care and exceptional patient experience Virginia Mason and CHI Franciscan Health came together as natural partners to build a new health system centered around the patient: Virginia Mason Franciscan Health. Our combined system builds upon the scale and expertise of our nearly 300 sites of care including 11 hospitals and nearly 5000 physicians and providers. Together we are empowered to make an even greater impact on the health and well-being of our communities.
Responsibilities
Shape the Future of Healthcare: Clinical Data Scientist at Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
Do you thrive on turning complex data into actionable insights that improve patient care?
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, a leading healthcare system dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care, is seeking a passionate and skilled Clinical Data Scientist to join our innovative team.
In this role, you will:
Drive impactful research and analysis: Leverage your expertise in statistical modeling, machine learning, and data visualization to uncover hidden patterns and trends within our vast clinical data.
Develop predictive models: Build and refine models that anticipate patient needs, optimize resource allocation, and enhance clinical decision-making.
Collaborate with clinicians and researchers: Partner with healthcare professionals to translate data insights into practical solutions that improve patient outcomes and enhance care delivery.
Champion data-driven innovation: Lead the development and implementation of data-driven initiatives that advance our mission of providing exceptional patient care.
Qualifications
We are looking for someone who:
Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative discipline (BS in mathematics, statistics, health services research, informatics, epidemiology or research-oriented MPH) and three years of related work experience in quantitative data analysis, including one year in a healthcare context.
Master’s degree and experience working with industry standard clinical quality measures and pay-for-performance metrics (e.g. HEDIS, NQF, PQRS, MACRA-MIPS, CMS/Joint Commission eCQM, etc.) and development/application of predictive analytics (e.g. developing and validating machine learning algorithms) are strongly preferred.
Or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
Possesses strong analytical skills with a proven track record of applying statistical modeling and machine learning techniques to real-world problems.
Demonstrates proficiency in data manipulation and analysis using tools like R, Python, SQL, and SAS.
Is passionate about using data to improve healthcare and has a strong understanding of the healthcare landscape.
At Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you will:
Make a real difference: Your work will directly impact the lives of our patients and contribute to the advancement of healthcare.
Join a collaborative and supportive team: You will work alongside talented professionals who are dedicated to innovation and excellence.
Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package: We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and retirement savings plans.
Be part of a mission-driven organization: You will be part of a team that is committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care to our community.
Pay Range
$42.51 - $61.64 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.