Data Governance Analyst

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. Perform semantic mapping of clinical or administrative data to standard reference terminology .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $5,757 - $6,583 per monthWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in clinical data management, including semantic mapping, data quality assurance, and process improvement strategies. Proficient in utilizing electronic health record systems and adhering to healthcare data standards and regulations.

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Clinical Data ManagementData Quality AssuranceElectronic Health Record SystemsProcess Improvement StrategiesHealthcare Data Standards

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Hard Skills

Semantic MappingData Quality PrinciplesQuality Assurance MethodologiesClinical Terminology CodingHL7 StandardsData Lifecycle PoliciesData GovernanceData AnalysisRoot Cause AnalysisData Visualization

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailProject ManagementCollaborationCommunicationProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

EPICCernerMeditechMSSQL ServerPostgreSQLPythonMicrosoft OfficeVisio

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing or Related Clinical FieldAdvanced Degree in InformaticsBoard Certification (Preferred)

Industry Keywords

Healthcare Data InteroperabilityQuality Payment ProgramsClinical Code SetsECQMHTPQPPSocial Determinants of Health

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PostgresPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform semantic mapping of clinical or administrative data to standard reference terminology
Identify information gaps and mapping problems and provide actionable solutions
Support data standards across data acquisition and distribution projects
Analyze, measure, and audit large volumes of data for quality issues and gaps
Perform root cause analysis of data anomalies
Triage data quality issues and evaluate their business impact
Recommend process and system changes to improve data quality
Collaborate with integration engineers, project managers, and account managers to implement business rules and standards
Collect, analyze, summarize, and share data quality, integrity, and usability trends
Develop, document, and execute data lifecycle policies, procedures, and governance
Participate in Data Governance working groups and committees as a subject matter expert
Prepare product and process data quality reports using identified metrics
Develop data quality policies, procedures, and standards aligned with organizational goals, stakeholder expectations, and regulations
Develop data, product, and service documentation standards, guidelines, and templates
Support web-based dashboards and scorecards for data quality visualization
Work with vendors and clients on data quality issues and corrective action plans
Maintain professional and technical knowledge through workshops, publications, networks, and professional societies
Maintain knowledge of clinical disease states, hospital care processes, quality measure reporting, and social determinants of health
Apply clinical data and end-user workflow knowledge to influence healthcare delivery transformation
Support education and training for internal and external staff on the data quality management program
Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 3+ years of relevant experience
Bachelor’s Degree required in Nursing or related clinical field
Clinical background (RN, NP, PA, etc.)
Experience using an electronic health record system such as EPIC, Cerner, Meditech, NextGen, eClinicalWorks, and Allscripts
Experience with quality assurance and quality improvement methodologies, techniques, tools, and data quality principles
Experience applying process improvement strategies to clinical workflows using information systems
Knowledge of state and federal quality payment and improvement programs, including eCQM, HTP, and QPP
Working knowledge of HL7 v2.x, HL7 v3.x, HL7 FHIR, C-CDA, XDS.b, and IHE standards and protocols
Familiarity with healthcare data interoperability challenges
Working knowledge of clinical code sets including LOINC, CPT, ICD-10, SNOMED, RxNorm, and CVX
Experience with clinical terminology coding and mapping tools/resources
Working knowledge of medical claims data formats including CCLF, 835, and 834 is a plus
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools; Word, Project, Excel, and PowerPoint required; Visio preferred
Working knowledge of MSSQL Server, PostgreSQL, and Python
Ability to define, plan, organize, prioritize, and manage multiple complex projects
Strong attention to detail, timeliness, compliance, and information tracking
Excellent written and verbal skills
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Advanced degree in Informatics or board certification is a plus
Membership in informatics-related professional organizations is preferred
Ability to periodically drive to clients, conferences, and/or events and/or undertake limited travel

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package
Local work from home opportunities
Occasional availability for after-hours work
Limited travel opportunities to clients, conferences, and/or events