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Job Summary

We are looking for an innovative and driven individual to join our team as a Database Analyst Programmer Intermediate for the Michigan Hospital Medicine Safety Consortium (HMS). HMS is a Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and Blue Care Network funded Collaborative Quality Initiative. We are a data-driven collaborative made up of hospitals across the State of Michigan with a goal of improving the quality of care for hospitalized medical patients. 

As a part of the HMS Coordinating Center, you will collaborate with a dynamic team, including another data analyst and three statisticians, and will report to the HMS Program Manager. HMS currently has 68 hospitals/program participants with potential for future expansion.

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally.  Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Who We Are

About the Division of Hospital Medicine: The Division of Hospital Medicine at Michigan Medicine is a collaborative, dynamic, and rapidly expanding team comprised of over 140 faculty members, 45 advanced practice providers, and 45 operational, administrative, and research staff. We are dedicated to advancing the care of acutely ill patients across multiple hospital locations, managing a daily census of more than 320 patients. Our team is at the forefront of cutting-edge health sciences, health systems research, and quality improvement initiatives, with a growing portfolio of research funding. We take pride in our leadership roles within the hospital, health system, region, and on a national level. Our division fosters a supportive, transparent, and positive team environment, embracing change with curiosity and courage in the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare. We are relentless in our pursuit of excellence and innovation, always striving to work smarter and better by maximizing the diverse skills and strengths of every team member. Supported and valued by the Department of Internal Medicine and our partners in the Adult Hospitals, we invite you to thrive as a vital member of our team. Join the "leaders and best" in the Hospital Medicine Division!

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world’s most distinguished academic health systems.  In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day 2:1 Match on retirement savingsResponsibilities*Data ManagementDevelop and refine data collection tools for Michigan hospitalsWrite and implement programs to manage and analyze large datasetsMaintain comprehensive technical documentation for data and analysis files.Partner with the HMS Data and Statistics team to manage datasetsCreate data visualization tools to support quality improvement initiatives.Collaborate on database upgrades with the HMS database administrator.Be an expert for HMS data collection and provide technical support.
 Data Visualization Design intuitive reports and visualizations for internal and external partnersLead the design of visualization tools in line with HMS goalsExplore best practices and future visualization opportunities
 Operational Support Facilitate meetings and communicate needs effectivelyPresent data reports and updates to internal and external partnersEngage in HMS collaborative meetings and contribute to quality improvement solutions.
 Statistical SupportPerform intermediate statistical analyses, including descriptive statistics and basic modeling.
 Other duties as assigned.Required Qualifications*Masters degree in related fields or bachelors degree with 4+ years relevant experience.Proficiency in Python and SAS with experience in maintaining large complex datasets.Familiarity with version control systems like GIT, Subversion or similar software.Proficient in creating complex SQL queries.Preparing and maintaining technical documentation of data and analysis files.At least one year of experience with visual analytic software (i.e. Business Objects, Tableau, etc.) and two years with survey design.Proficient in integration of statistical models into visualization tools.Proficient in analyzing problems and determine root causesProficient in presenting technical information to fellow technical and non-technical professionalsProven success in a collaborative, team-oriented environmentWillingness to travel within Michigan 2-3 times a year for collaborative meetings.Desired Qualifications*Experience in healthcare quality improvement and electronic health records.Familiarity with Agile software development, relational databases, and healthcare data integration technologies like HL7.Maintain, clean, and organize data sets to optimize performance, efficiency, and usefulness.Experience with LimeSurvey.Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings.  Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.