Data Analyst, BC Renal Agency

 

BC Renal Agency

Vancouver, BC

 

In accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values, and strategic directions of Provincial Health Services Authority patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at PHSA, and as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Senior Officer, Methodology & Analytics, the Data Analyst is responsible for coordinating renal data requests, performing data extraction and complex data transformations, preparing information reports and collaborative analyses, performing data quality checking and documentation from the BC Provincial Renal Agency (BCPRA) database. This includes regular data quality monitoring, preparing data for analysis, and generating regular and ad hoc reports for the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA), the Ministry of Health (MoH), and care providers in the Health Authorities within British Columbia. This position supports monitoring of renal initiatives and renal health service performance indicators for use in the planning, implementation and evaluation of renal care in the province. This position provides support to the Provincial Executive Director BCPRA Committee Leads and Project Managers as performing management of data, analysis and reports. The Data Analyst advises others within the organization of the potential impacts of the specific data requirements of Data Sharing Agreements (DSA) and Information Sharing Plan (ISP)  being executed and anticipates questions in order to problem solve in the process of due diligence.

What you’ll do 

• Supports for internal and external renal data requests for planning and policy-making as well as research purposes by performing duties including: review of data fields requested, data extraction, data quality checking and cleaning, data manipulation and merging, and information summaries.
• Develops complex data extraction and transformation scripts, including data linkages, to prepare data for analysis. Performs analysis and prepares reports and other analytical products (e.g. dashboards, scorecards). Implements indicators for monitoring and regular reporting.  
• Assists the Senior Officer, Methodology & Analytics and the Provincial Executive Director in the development of the DSA to ensure the security of shared records and patient privacy. Confirms with the Senior Officer, Methodology & Analytics, and/or the Provincial Executive Director that the release and sharing of data adheres to the DSA.
• Prepares a variety of materials including: confidential reports and correspondence, agreements, project outlines, , meeting minutes and agendas with guidance from Senior Officer, Methodology and Analytics. Assists the Senior Officer, Methodology & Analytics and the Provincial Executive Director to develop the Information Sharing Plan (ISP) and communicates with MoH or other data sources for data linkage. Links data sources from PHSA databases with other major health information systems such as the MoH hospital discharge database, Pharmanet, Medical Services Plan, and Vital Statistics. Takes measures to protect all data and information sources to comply with protection of confidentiality and privacy policies.
• Produces regular and ad hoc reports that monitor and benchmark cost, utilization and other quality and performance indicators for selected renal services in BC and communicates findings to PHSA staff and external stakeholders at the local, regional, provincial and national levels.
• Assists the development of a data quality and change management plan and related strategies to identify and implement prospective and concurrent methods to avoid, reduce and rectify data quality issues.
• Consults with BCPRA registry users and system developers regarding procedures to improve data quality of the BC Provincial Renal Agency registry. Generates regular data quality reports to enhance consistency of high quality data from renal units and hospitals. Actively involved in a formalized review process for compliance, including a formal review (audit) process.
• Provides support for the development and maintenance of data collection and recording systems such as databases, spreadsheets and web sites, including the design of standard and ad hoc reports. Writes computer code and data queries to extract, capture and edit data.
• Collaborates with appropriate personnel to develop and implement training and educational programs for analysts and developers working with BC Provincial Renal Agency data.
• Identifies learning needs that contribute to skill enhancement and career progression for self and fosters a working environment that stimulates learning and inquiry for the team. Takes responsibility for keeping up-to-date on new initiatives, developments and trends in renal health information sciences. Communicates information and makes recommendations to the Statisticians & Senior Statisticians for evaluation and approval.
  
  

What you bring

 

Qualifications

• A level of education, training, and experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Biostatistics or Health Informatics and one to three years of experience in health care organizations.

SKills & Knowledge

• Demonstrated ability to perform database querying, advanced data manipulation, analysis and information presentation through using relational database and statistical software. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Demonstrated ability to use Microsoft operating systems, Excel, Access, Word.
• Demonstrated ability to use statistical software, such as SAS or R. Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills including the ability to comprehend complex issues, related data/information, and present information in concise meaningful ways.
• Demonstrated organization skills to generate work plans to handle multiple concurrent tasks, meet project deadlines within timeline, scope and budget. Physical ability to perform the duties of the job.
• Ability to understand and interpret data management concepts and processes and communicate complex ideas in simple terminology. Ability to develop complex and customized queries and reports. Ability to collaborate and work within a team while working independently.
• Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).
• As a strong asset for consideration, we are looking for our successful candidate to have: Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities of settler colonialism on Indigenous Peoples and familiarity with addressing Indigenous-specific anti-racism, anti-racism and Indigenous Cultural Safety and foundational documents and legislative commitments (The Declaration Act, the Declaration Action Plan, TRC, IPS, Remembering Keegan, etc.).

What we bring

 

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, development programs to support you – at work and at home.

• Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations – offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs
• that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
• Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
• Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
• PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
• Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.

Job Type: Regular Full-Time
Salary Range: $67,861.00 - $97,550.00/year. The starting salary for this position would be determined with consideration of the successful candidate’s relevant education and experience, and would be in alignment with the provincial compensation reference plan. Salary will be prorated accordingly for part-time roles.
Location: 1125 Howe Street, Vancouver, BC V6Z 2K8
Closing date: Applications Accepted Until Filled
Hours of Work: 0800-1600 / 0830-1630 / 0900-1700 Monday-Friday
Requisition #: 179560E

 

 

What we do

 

The Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Cultivate partnerships – Serve with purpose.

 

Learn more about PHSA and our programs: jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services

 

PHSA is committed to equity in our hiring and employment practices. With learning and compassion, we are addressing existing inequities and barriers throughout our systems. PHSA is seeking to create a diverse workforce and to establish an inclusive and culturally safe environment. We invite applications and enquiries from all people, particularly those belonging to the historically, systemically, and/or persistently marginalized groups identified under the B.C. Human Rights Code.

 

One of PHSA’s North Star priorities is to eradicate Indigenous-specific racism, which includes dismantling barriers to health care employment at every level. We welcome Indigenous individuals to apply and/or contact the Sanya'kula Team (Indigenous Recruitment & Employee Experience) for support at indigenous.employment@phsa.ca.

 

Indigenous-specific anti-racism initiatives are rooted in addressing the unique forms of discrimination, historical and ongoing injustices, and marginalization faced by Indigenous peoples. These initiatives align with an Indigenous rights-based approach, recognizing the inherent rights and self-determination of Indigenous communities. PHSA must uphold legislative obligations and provincial commitments found in the foundational documents such as including Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan and Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study.

 

ATTN: PHSA Employees:

 

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