Title: Data Scientist with expertise in Epic EMR (Electronic Medical Records)
Location: Remote
Duration: 6 Months
Principal Duties:
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Data Scientist with expertise in Epic EMR (Electronic Medical Records) data to join our team. The successful candidate will play a critical role in leveraging Snowflake's data platform to accelerate the adoption of AI in health and hospital projects. This role involves implementing rules-based logic and creating structured data models for Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) to support decision-making and improve operational efficiency and clinical outcomes.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Data Management and Analysis:
" Extract, clean, and analyze large datasets from Epic EMR and other healthcare data sources.
" Develop and maintain data pipelines to ensure the accurate and timely flow of data.
" Perform data validation and ensure data quality and integrity.
Implementation Of Rules-Based Logic:
" Develop and implement rules-based logic to support various healthcare use cases, including One Stop Benefits, Charge Capture Automation, and Denials Optimization.
" Create structured data models that facilitate the application of rules-based logic.
" Design and implement structured data models for RAG to enhance data retrieval and generation processes.
" Develop dashboards and visualizations to present RAG insights and other key performance indicators to stakeholders.
" Utilize AI and Client techniques to enhance the accuracy and predictive capabilities of the RAG models.
Collaboration And Communication:
" Work closely with cross-functional teams, including data engineers, developers, and healthcare professionals, to understand project requirements and deliver data-driven solutions.
" Communicate complex analytical results and insights to non-technical stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
Project Execution:
" Participate in agile development processes and contribute to sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.
" Ensure timely delivery of project milestones and adhere to project timelines.
Preferred Skills
" Design and implement predictive models using various machine learning techniques, including both supervised and unserved algorithms.
" Utilize deep statistical analysis to understand and model complex public health data.
" Develop and deploy Large Language Models (LLMs) for creating chatbots and extracting insights, enhancing user engagement and information dissemination.
" Analyze clinical data to derive insights that improve patient care and clinical workflows.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education
" Bachelor's or Master's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field. A Ph.D. is a plus.
Experience
" Minimum of 5 years of experience in data science, with a focus on healthcare analytics.
" Proven experience working with Epic EMR data, including extraction, transformation, and analysis.
" Strong background in implementing rules-based logic and RAG in a healthcare setting.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And Other Requirements:
" Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, and SQL.
" Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or similar.
" Familiarity with Snowflake or other cloud-based data platforms.
" Knowledge of ETL processes and tools.
" Experience with AI and Client techniques to enhance data analysis and RAG implementation. but not limited to SQL, Excel and/or SAAS
" Proficient in various data catalog and visualizations tools, including but not limited to Tableau, PowerBI, Informatica, and/or Snowflake
" Knowledgeable in electronic medical records, preferably EPIC
Minimum Qualifications:
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Technical:
General Tasks and Responsibilities Will Include:
" Own the functional requirements link between the customer, development team and any third party regarding software functionality, throughout the development lifecycle.
" Collecting, understanding, and transmitting the business requirements for the project, and translating these into functional specifications and detailed test plans
" Ensures issues are identified, tracked, reported on and resolved in a timely manner.
" Communicates needed changes to development team.
" Possesses understanding in the areas of application programming, database and system design.
Project Execution:
" Assists in enforcement of project deadlines and schedules.
" Communicates and applies project standards.
" Manages resources in accordance with project schedule.
" Weekly reports to be produced for the project manager showing progress against outstanding milestones, status, resource requirements, issues, risks and dependencies.
" Day to day management of change requests in relation to the project plans to ensure agreed deadlines are met.
Communication:
" Facilitates the scheduling and arrangement of meetings and workshops necessary to keep the project moving along.
" Understands how to communicate difficult/sensitive information tactfully.
Analysis:
" Analyze and document business processes.
Document workflows and results of business analysis and obtain sign-off from client on the specifications.
Educational Level:
" A Baccalaureate Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, applied Mathematics, Business Administration, Economics/Statistics, Telecommunications, Data Communications, or a related field of study; and
" Five (5) years of progressive, responsible experience in the field of data processing, computer systems, and applications.
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" Broad knowledge and expertise in the characteristics of computers, peripheral devices, communications systems and hardware capabilities, programming languages, E.D.P. applications, systems analysis methodology, data management and retrieval techniques; or
" A satisfactory equivalent combination of training, education, and experience.
Years Of Experience:
" Five (5) years of progressive, responsible experience in the field of data processing, computer systems, and applications.