Kadiak, LLC, a Koniag Government Services company
, is seeking a EHR Data Analyst to support Kadiak and our government customer. The position is remote.
We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more.
The EHR Data Analyst is responsible for gathering, organizing, analyzing, and tracking financial and utilization data associated with the IHS PATH Electronic Health Record (EHR) system. This role focuses on monitoring and managing EHR-related costs, including recurring software licensing fees and transaction-based expenses (e.g., prescription refills), and site-specific cost drivers, while supporting the allocation and chargeback of these costs to IHS-operated hospitals and clinics.
The analyst will work closely with headquarters program offices, finance teams, and site-level stakeholders to ensure accurate cost tracking, transparent reporting, and data-driven decision-making related to EHR usage and expenditures. A key component of the role includes building dashboards and trackers that present real-time cost, usage, and allocation information across all IHS sites
Key Responsibilities:Data Collection & Management- Gather and maintain data related to EHR usage, licensing, and transaction-based costs across IHS facilities.
- Develop and maintain datasets that integrate financial, operational, utilization data, and site-specific information from multiple sources.
- Design tabular data structures to organize the data for future ingestion into a relational database management system (DBMS).
Cost Tracking & Analysis- Monitor recurring costs such as software licenses, subscriptions, and maintenance fees associated with the IHS PATH EHR.
- Track variable, usage-based costs (e.g., prescription refills, transactions, interfaces) at the site level.
- Analyze cost drivers and usage trends to identify anomalies, inefficiencies, or opportunities for optimization.
Chargeback Support- Support the development and implementation of cost allocation and chargeback methodologies for EHR-related expenses.
- Calculate and validate site-level cost distributions based on usage and established business rules.
- Ensure transparency and accuracy in chargeback reporting to facilities.
Reporting & Visualization- Develop and maintain regular reports, dashboards, and ad hoc analyses on EHR costs and utilization.
- Present findings to leadership, finance teams, and operational stakeholders in a clear and actionable format.
- Translate complex data into meaningful insights for both technical and non-technical audiences.
Data Quality & Governance- Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and integrity across all reporting and analysis.
- Document data sources, definitions, and methodologies related to EHR cost tracking.
- Support compliance with IHS data governance and financial reporting standards.
Collaboration- Coordinate with IT, finance, contracting, and clinical operations teams to validate data and align on cost structures.
- Serve as a liaison between headquarters and field sites regarding EHR cost and usage data.
Required Qualifications:- Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics, Finance, Information Systems, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Experience working with healthcare data, financial data, or EHR systems.
- Strong analytical skills with proficiency in SQL, Excel, and/or data analysis tools (e.g., Python, R).
- Experience developing reports and dashboards using tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar platforms.
- Ability to manage and analyze large, complex datasets from multiple sources.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
Preferred Qualifications:- Experience with Electronic Health Record systems (preferably Cerner/Oracle Health Millenium or similar platforms).
- Familiarity with healthcare finance, cost accounting, or chargeback models.
- Experience working in a federal, tribal, or public health environment.
- Knowledge of cloud-based data platforms or data warehousing concepts.
Key Competencies:- Analytical thinking and problem-solving
- Data visualization and storytelling
- Financial acumen
- Attention to detail
- Communication and stakeholder engagement
- Organizational and project management skills
Work Environment:This position may involve collaboration across multiple IHS sites and headquarters offices. Occasional travel may be required.
Impact of the Role:- This role is critical to ensuring transparency, accountability, and sustainability in the funding and usage of the IHS PATH EHR system.
- By providing accurate cost tracking and actionable insights, the EHR Data Analyst supports informed decision-making and equitable cost distribution across IHS facilities.
