QI DATA ANALYST

Description

QI DATA ANALYST JOB SUMMARY 

The QI Data Analyst manages reporting, analytics, data validation, and performance measurement activities in support of UDS, HEDIS, HRSA, and payer quality programs. This role ensures data accuracy and integrity, develops dashboards and scorecards, supports forecasting and predictive analysis, and provides actionable insights to leadership to help drive quality improvement, compliance, and value-based care performance. The ideal candidate must be within a commutable distance to Glendale, CA, as this is an in office position. 

• Manage reporting, analytics, and data validation for UDS, HEDIS, HRSA, payer quality programs and other reporting needs.
• Run and validate advanced reports (UDS, HEDIS, COZEVA, Health Focus, and payer portals).
• Regular us of COZEVA platform, inputting data into COZEVA.
• Perform complex data extraction and report building from the EHR and reporting systems.
• Develop and maintain dashboards, datasets, registries, and monthly organizational scorecards.
• Validate data accuracy prior to submission to HRSA, payers, and regulatory agencies.
• Perform quality assurance checks on internal audits, chart reviews, and quality reporting.
• Identify and resolve reporting discrepancies to ensure data integrity.
• Forecast year-end performance for UDS, HEDIS, payer quality programs and other requested reports.
• Conduct trend analysis, predictive modeling, and root-cause analysis to identify performance gaps.
• Monitor provider and site-level quality metrics.
• Maintain empanelment lists and ensure proper payer attribution alignment.
• Translate complex data into actionable insights and recommendations for leadership.
• Present performance data to leadership teams, committees, and operational departments.
• Collaborate with clinical, operations, finance, and IT teams to support quality improvement and value-based care initiatives.
• Assist and participate with associated grant programs and initiatives.

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QI DATA ANALYST EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Public Health, Business, Data Analytics, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in healthcare analytics, quality reporting, or performance improvement, preferably in an FQHC setting.
• Experience with UDS, HRSA, HEDIS, and payer quality reporting programs required.
• Experience with EHR reporting systems and data extraction tools required.
• Experience with data visualization platforms (Power BI, or similar) preferred 
• SQL or advanced reporting experience preferred.

Requirements

QI DATA ANALYST KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

•  Ability to work onsite in Glendale, CA (Required)
• Strong understanding of FQHC reporting requirements and value-based care programs.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to conduct forecasting, predictive analysis, and root-cause analysis.
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of data accuracy and integrity.
• Ability to manage large, complex datasets.
• Ability to identify trends, performance drivers, and compliance risks.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to translate complex data into clear, executive-level summaries.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines independently.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments while maintaining accountability.

QI DATA ANALYST PAY RATE: $29-32/hr (Depending On Experience)

QI DATA ANALYST BENEFITS: 

• Medical, Dental and Vision – 100% paid by Employer
• Life Insurance and Accidental Dismemberment – 100% paid by Employer
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• 401K
• 401K Matching
• Flexible Spending Account
• Fringe
• Supplemental Insurance
• Wellness Day Off

QI DATA ANALYST PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Position requires prolonged sitting at a computer, some bending, lifting, stooping, and stretching. Good eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate a computer keyboard, photocopy machine, telephone, and other office equipment is also required. Employee must have a normal range of hearing and eyesight.

NOTE: The essential job functions for this position include, but may not be limited to those listed in this job description. Employees hired for this position must be able to perform the essential functions of this job without imposing significant risk of substantial harm to the health or safety of themselves or others.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records. In accordance with the ULAC Fair Chance Ordinance, we will not inquire about or consider criminal history until after a candidate has received a copy of their background check report. All applicants will be evaluated based on their qualifications and ability to perform the essential functions of the job. For more information, please refer to LA County Fair Chance Hiring.