Strategic Data Analyst

Northwestern Medicine

. Serve as the primary analytics resource for Coding Leadership .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $28 - $40 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in data analytics, dashboard development, and healthcare coding principles, with a strong focus on transforming complex data into actionable insights for operational improvement. Proficient in utilizing Epic and advanced Microsoft Office tools to support reporting and enhance decision-making processes.

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Data Analytics ExperienceEpic Reporting CertificationDashboard DevelopmentHealthcare Coding AnalyticsProject Management Experience

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisDashboard DevelopmentKPI ManagementBudget AnalysisQuality AnalysisProductivity AnalysisInpatient Coding PrinciplesICD-10-CM CodingComputer-Assisted Coding TechnologyReporting and Visualization

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationProblem-SolvingLeadershipAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

EpicPower BIMicrosoft OfficeExcelEpic CogitoReporting WorkbenchSlicer Dicer

Certifications & Qualifications

Epic Reporting CertificationRHIA Coding CredentialRHIT CredentialCCS CredentialAHIMA MembershipAAPC Membership

Industry Keywords

Healthcare CodingRevenue CycleOperational PerformanceData IntegrityUser Acceptance TestingContinuous ImprovementAcute CareDenials ManagementDRG DowngradesAppeal Letters

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the primary analytics resource for Coding Leadership
Transform coding, revenue cycle, operational, and financial data into actionable insights
Develop, maintain, and enhance dashboards, scorecards, KPIs, routine reports, and ad hoc analyses
Analyze productivity, quality, accounts receivable, budgets, vendor performance, workflow outcomes, coding, and revenue cycle data
Identify trends, risks, variances, and improvement opportunities
Provide actionable recommendations to leadership and operational teams
Translate analytical findings into reports, presentations, and visualizations
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to resolve issues and support reporting needs
Use Epic, computer-assisted coding technology, Power BI, Microsoft applications, and reporting tools
Evaluate system functionality and validate business requirements
Coordinate user acceptance testing and post-implementation validation
Optimize operational performance
Document workflows, support upgrades and troubleshooting, manage IS ticket documentation and status reporting
Serve as a subject matter expert for Epic and CAC workflows
Lead and support reporting, technology, and continuous improvement initiatives
Apply project management principles, strengthen data integrity, document requirements and decisions, and streamline workflows
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate’s degree in health information management, Health Informatics, or a related field; or equivalent education and relevant experience
3 years of data analytics experience
Working knowledge of Key Performance Indicators management
Microsoft Office, including advanced Excel functions
Epic and computer-assisted coding technology
Epic reporting certification required at hire or within six months
AHIMA or AAPC membership
Acute care revenue cycle experience preferred
Project management experience preferred
Healthcare coding analytics preferred
EPIC Cogito, Reporting Workbench, Slicer Dicer, or applicable Epic reporting preferred
Dashboard development and data visualization preferred
Budget, productivity, and quality analysis preferred
Bachelor’s degree in health information management, Health Informatics, or a related field; or equivalent education and relevant experience preferred
RHIA coding credential preferred
For inpatient addendum: expertise in inpatient coding principles and regulatory requirements, including ICD-10-CM, PCS coding, and official coding guidelines
For inpatient addendum: expertise in denials, including DRG downgrades and writing appeal letters
For inpatient addendum: RHIT or CCS credential
For inpatient addendum: 3 years of inpatient coding experience
For inpatient addendum: reviewing and writing appeal letters for payer denials and DRG downgrades

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Loan forgiveness
401(k) matching
Lifecycle benefits
Physical, emotional, and financial well-being resources
Protection for unexpected life events