Job Description
VACANCY DETAILS
VACANCY NUMBER: 44656PS
JOB TITLE: DATA ANALYST, FT
STATUS: FULL TIME
DEPARTMENT: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
LOCATION: MAROTTA FAMILY HOSPITAL - ST CATHARINES SITE/HYBRID
HOURS OF WORK: 75 HOURS PER PAY PERIOD; MONDAY TO FRIDAY
POSTING DATE: 14 October 2026
CLOSING DATE: 20 October 2026
UNION: NON UNION
WAGE RANGE: $51.020 PER HOUR
POSITION OBJECTIVE:
Reporting to the Manager, Enterprise Analytics, the Data Analyst is responsible for the design, development, maintenance, and optimization of reporting and analytics solutions within the Oracle-Cerner Millennium environment. Leveraging Cerner Command Language (CCL) and enterprise analytics tools, the incumbent will support Niagara Health's clinical, operational, and strategic reporting requirements by transforming data into actionable information for decision-makers. The role requires strong analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills, with a focus on ensuring data integrity, report performance, and adherence to reporting standards and best practices.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
o Develop, maintain, and optimize reports, extracts, and data solutions using Cerner Command Language (CCL) within the Millennium EMR environment
o Design and validate data extracts to support quality improvement, operational planning, research, performance measurement, and decision support activities
o Develop and implement report queries from various, data collection systems, and conduct data analytics, and other query/reporting writing strategies
o Develop and support standard, ad hoc, and regulatory reports utilizing Millennium, enterprise data warehouses, and other reporting platforms
o Identify, analyze, and interpret trends or patterns in complex data sets
o Perform data validation, reconciliation, and quality assurance activities to ensure the accuracy and integrity of reporting outputs
o Support data governance initiatives through adherence to enterprise standards, business definitions, metadata management, and reporting best practices
o Monitor and optimize report performance and efficiency within the Millennium environment
o Provide technical expertise and guidance related to Millennium data structures, workflows, and CCL reporting capabilities
o Support organizational reporting requirements related to Ontario Health, Ministry of Health, CIHI, Accreditation, and other mandatory reporting obligations
o Locate and define new process improvement opportunities
o Communicate complex information so that it is easy to understand and influences others to act based on the insightful data analysis
SKILLS:
o Advanced experience developing reports using Cerner Command Language (CCL) within the Millennium EMR environment
o Strong understanding of Cerner Millennium data models, clinical workflows, and healthcare information systems
o Strong knowledge of and experience with reporting packages (Business Objects etc., MS-SQL, PL/SQL, Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, Access, Excel- (Pivot Tables, V-Lookups, Macros, Formulas), databases (SQL etc.)
o Knowledge of healthcare performance indicators, regulatory reporting, and data quality practices
o Demonstrated ability to interpret complex clinical and operational requirements and translate them into effective reporting solutions
o Experience supporting acute care hospital analytics and decision support functions
o Knowledge of statistics and experience using statistical packages for analyzing datasets (Excel, SPSS, SAS, etc.)
o Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy
o Resilience and ability to persevere in difficult situations, overcome obstacles, and reach high levels of performance when faced with stressful work situations and time pressures
QUALIFICATIONS:
o Five (5) years' experience in healthcare analytics, business intelligence, reporting development, preferably in an acute care hospital environment
o Bachelor's degree in a related discipline such as Health Informatics, Health Information Management, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Analytics, Statistics, Mathematics, Business Administration, or a related field
o Ability to analyze large datasets
o Ability to write comprehensive reports
o Strong verbal and written communication skills
o An analytical mind and inclination for problem-solving and strong attention to detail
o Familiarity with healthcare information systems, and/or enterprise architecture an asset
o Experience with Microsoft Suite including MS Project and SharePoint
This position is an existing vacancy at Niagara Health. No artificial intelligence is used in the screening, assessment, or selection of applicants. If you believe you have encountered or applied for a fraudulent job posting claiming to represent Niagara Health, please contact hrrecruit@niagarahealth.on.ca
