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Mgr, Health Informatics

Company: Quest Diagnostics

Location: Madison, NJ

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Job Description

the journeybeginswith you.

 

There's quite a difference between wondering and knowing. And for patients waiting for answers to important health questions, it's a road they want to travel as quickly as possible.

 

At Quest Diagnostics Incorporated, we understand urgency.

But more than speed, we focus our energies on quality.

 

 

Basic Purpose:

Work with cross-functional team of analysts, medical doctors, business leaders, and IT to develop HIPAA-compliant statistical / mathematical models linking variety of data sources to health outcomes, including disease risk, mortality risk, healthcare cost, and employee productivity.  Data sources include laboratory test results, self-reported health risk assessments, medical and prescription claims, and employee productivity data.

Duties and Responsibilities

1.      Integrate and analyze large data sets using advanced statistical, mathematical, and data mining techniques demonstrating the value of diagnostic testing in treatment across wide variety of disease states

2.      Identify opportunities to streamline analytical processes, including refinements to data processing algorithms, adoption of new technologies, and process reengineering

3.      Supervise project execution including project planning, research protocol development, and resource allocation.  Use strong business judgment to reconcile opinions of cross-functional team

4.      Evaluate quality and accuracy of project deliverables; help prepare and deliver presentations – including in-depth analytical conclusions and interpretation of advanced statistical methods (multivariate regression analysis, data mining techniques, non-linear optimization, etc.) to technical and non-technical audiences

5.      Support efforts to develop information products/solutions that support existing Lines of Business

6.      Review and recommend statistical and other analytic software packages

7.      Contribute to development of promotional materials, case studies, and white papers intended to strengthen reputation of thought leadership for Quest Diagnostics in health informatics capabilities

 

 

Qualifications

Education: Advanced degree in life sciences or related quantitative field, including Actuarial Science, Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Health/Bio-Informatics, Applied Statistics, Mathematics, or Economics

 

Work Experience

§  8+ years professional experience performing advanced statistical analysis and data mining in the healthcare industry

§  Proven record of achievement

 

Computer Skills

§  Statistical and/or mathematical programming languages such as SAS, MATLAB, R, etc.

§  SQL and relational databases such as Oracle

§  Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

â–ª Experience with graphical/GIS and/or data visualization software is preferred, but not required

 

Other

§  Analytical thinker w/ demonstrated enthusiasm and intellectual curiosity

§  Strong written and oral communication skills

§  Effective team player, and ability to work independently (self-starter)

§  Excellent organization skills; ability to multi-task, handle shifting priorities, solve unexpected problems, and be resourceful in order to achieve specific goals in high-paced environment

§  Some travel may be required familiarity w/ medical records databases and terminologies is preferred

  

 

In addition to a base salary, Quest Diagnostics offers an excellent benefits package, which includes medical, dental, 401K, prescription and a flex spending account.

  

If you think that you have the skills and presence to help power our efforts, we invite you to join us on our journey. 

 

 

 

 

 

Requirements: Quest Diagnostics is an Equal Opportunity Employer


Job Requirements

Shift: Day Assessment Type: Not Applicable Highest Level of Education:  Masters Degree

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