Data Analyst BCEHS
About the role
Job Summary:
In accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values, and strategic directions of BC Emergency Health Services, patient and employee safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at BC Emergency Health Services, and as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all patient and employee safety aspects of this position.
The Data Analyst conducts systems and business analysis and writes extracts, analyses and Business Intelligence reports. The Data Analyst writes new reports and maintains existing reports and data extraction routines for application systems. The reports are for the business areas to allow them to understand and monitor their areas performance. The Data Analyst works with other staff, including the Senior Developer/Architect, Senior Business Analysts, Systems Analysts and Database Administrators, to ensure reports and data extracts are built according to user requirements and departmental standards.
Duties/Accountabilities:
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Develops specifications for reports and data extracts which impact several functional areas throughout the BCEHS/PHSA by performing duties such as conducting systems analysis to gather detailed information from user departments, developing and documenting reporting and extracting procedures.
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Extracts, analyzes and reports on data from various database sources such as SQL Server, Oracle, Access, using tools such as MicroStrategy, MS Excel, PL/SQL and data models and data dictionaries. Analyzes data from multiple data sources, developing/improving performance indicators and preparing/publishing reports for various audience groups.
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Provides support for reports and data extraction routines by performing tasks such as monitoring, maintenance, modification and enhancement tasks according to departmental standards and using tools such as Visual Studio, MicroStrategy, Oracle Developer, and Crystal Reports and other query tools.
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Maintains contact with the Senior Developer/Architect and/or Senior Business Analysts and/or Systems Analysts and/or Database Administrators with regard to items such as progress issues, and suggestions for data reporting and extraction improvement by performing tasks such as preparing progress reports, and documenting any immediate or potential problems.
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Identifies issues with data and takes initiative in working out optimal solutions with appropriate stakeholders to improve accuracy, timeliness, connectivity and other data issues.
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Conducts multi-layer data analysis independently by linking data from multiple health information data sources
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Ensures work steps/processes are documented so work can be successfully repeated when required.
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Ensures that appropriate protections are used in handling data and appropriate authorizations are obtained for releasing data/reports.
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Ensures that Quality Assurance (QA) best practices are maintained by performing tasks such as unit testing, user acceptance testing, code reviews, post implementation analysis and other QA activities to departmental standards.
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Ensures that deployed data reporting and extraction solutions are sustainable by performing tasks such as change management, documenting programming changes, participating in system implementation, and writing and maintaining system documentation to departmental standards.
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Performs other related duties as required.
Qualifications:
Education, Training and Experience
Graduation from a recognized degree or diploma program in Computer Science, two years of recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Skills and Abilities
(i) Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
(ii) Ability to deal with others effectively.
(iii) Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
(iv) Ability to organize work.
(v) Ability to operate related equipment.
About Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA)
PHSA plans, manages and evaluates selected specialty and province-wide health care services across B.C., working with the five geographic health authorities to deliver province-wide solutions that improve the health of British Columbians. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Cultivate partnerships – Serve with purpose.
Our programs and services include: BC Cancer • BC Centre for Disease Control • BC Children's Hospital • Sunny Hill Health Centre for Children • BC Mental Health and Substance Use Services • BC Renal • BC Transplant • BC Women's Hospital and Health Centre • Cardiac Services BC • Perinatal Services BC • BC Emergency Health Services. Learn more about PHSA and our programs: https://jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services
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 and development. • 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. • 13 annual statutory holidays 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). • Perks including onsite fitness classes and discounts to 350 BC-wide recreational programs, travel, technology, car and bike sharing, and more.
PHSA is committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.
Data Analyst BCEHS
About the role
Job Summary:
In accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values, and strategic directions of BC Emergency Health Services, patient and employee safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at BC Emergency Health Services, and as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all patient and employee safety aspects of this position.
The Data Analyst conducts systems and business analysis and writes extracts, analyses and Business Intelligence reports. The Data Analyst writes new reports and maintains existing reports and data extraction routines for application systems. The reports are for the business areas to allow them to understand and monitor their areas performance. The Data Analyst works with other staff, including the Senior Developer/Architect, Senior Business Analysts, Systems Analysts and Database Administrators, to ensure reports and data extracts are built according to user requirements and departmental standards.
Duties/Accountabilities:
-
Develops specifications for reports and data extracts which impact several functional areas throughout the BCEHS/PHSA by performing duties such as conducting systems analysis to gather detailed information from user departments, developing and documenting reporting and extracting procedures.
-
Extracts, analyzes and reports on data from various database sources such as SQL Server, Oracle, Access, using tools such as MicroStrategy, MS Excel, PL/SQL and data models and data dictionaries. Analyzes data from multiple data sources, developing/improving performance indicators and preparing/publishing reports for various audience groups.
-
Provides support for reports and data extraction routines by performing tasks such as monitoring, maintenance, modification and enhancement tasks according to departmental standards and using tools such as Visual Studio, MicroStrategy, Oracle Developer, and Crystal Reports and other query tools.
-
Maintains contact with the Senior Developer/Architect and/or Senior Business Analysts and/or Systems Analysts and/or Database Administrators with regard to items such as progress issues, and suggestions for data reporting and extraction improvement by performing tasks such as preparing progress reports, and documenting any immediate or potential problems.
-
Identifies issues with data and takes initiative in working out optimal solutions with appropriate stakeholders to improve accuracy, timeliness, connectivity and other data issues.
-
Conducts multi-layer data analysis independently by linking data from multiple health information data sources
-
Ensures work steps/processes are documented so work can be successfully repeated when required.
-
Ensures that appropriate protections are used in handling data and appropriate authorizations are obtained for releasing data/reports.
-
Ensures that Quality Assurance (QA) best practices are maintained by performing tasks such as unit testing, user acceptance testing, code reviews, post implementation analysis and other QA activities to departmental standards.
-
Ensures that deployed data reporting and extraction solutions are sustainable by performing tasks such as change management, documenting programming changes, participating in system implementation, and writing and maintaining system documentation to departmental standards.
-
Performs other related duties as required.
Qualifications:
Education, Training and Experience
Graduation from a recognized degree or diploma program in Computer Science, two years of recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Skills and Abilities
(i) Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
(ii) Ability to deal with others effectively.
(iii) Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
(iv) Ability to organize work.
(v) Ability to operate related equipment.
About Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA)
PHSA plans, manages and evaluates selected specialty and province-wide health care services across B.C., working with the five geographic health authorities to deliver province-wide solutions that improve the health of British Columbians. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Cultivate partnerships – Serve with purpose.
Our programs and services include: BC Cancer • BC Centre for Disease Control • BC Children's Hospital • Sunny Hill Health Centre for Children • BC Mental Health and Substance Use Services • BC Renal • BC Transplant • BC Women's Hospital and Health Centre • Cardiac Services BC • Perinatal Services BC • BC Emergency Health Services. Learn more about PHSA and our programs: https://jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services
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 and development. • 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. • 13 annual statutory holidays 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). • Perks including onsite fitness classes and discounts to 350 BC-wide recreational programs, travel, technology, car and bike sharing, and more.
PHSA is committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.