Job Summary
Houston Skilled Consultancy is seeking a highly skilled Clinical Data Analyst with expertise in Health Informatics, particularly HL7 and FHIR standards. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in managing, analyzing, and interpreting clinical data to support healthcare initiatives, improve patient outcomes, and ensure regulatory compliance. This role requires a combination of technical expertise, analytical skills, and a strong understanding of healthcare data standards and interoperability.
The Clinical Data Analyst will work closely with cross-functional teams including clinical operations, IT, and research departments to ensure the accuracy, integrity, and accessibility of healthcare data across systems.
Key Responsibilities
• Analyze, validate, and manage clinical datasets from multiple sources, including EHRs, EMRs, and health information exchanges.
• Design, develop, and maintain data pipelines and workflows adhering to HL7 and FHIR standards.
• Transform raw clinical data into meaningful insights to support clinical research, reporting, and operational decision-making.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define data requirements, data collection methods, and reporting needs.
• Identify data quality issues and implement corrective actions to ensure accuracy, consistency, and completeness of clinical datasets.
• Generate reports, dashboards, and visualizations to communicate insights effectively to non-technical and clinical teams.
• Stay current with healthcare data standards, regulations, and emerging technologies in health informatics.
• Support clinical trials, research studies, and regulatory submissions with accurate and timely data analysis.
Required Skills and Qualifications
• Bachelors degree in Health Informatics, Life Sciences, Computer Science, or a related field. A Masters degree is a plus.
• Strong understanding of healthcare data standards, including HL7, FHIR, CDA, and other interoperability frameworks.
• Proficiency in data management and analytics tools such as SQL, Python, R, or SAS.
• Experience with electronic health records (EHR/EMR) systems and clinical data repositories.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements such as HIPAA, GDPR, and FDA regulations in clinical data management.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective collaboration with technical and clinical teams.
Experience
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in clinical data analysis, health informatics, or a related field.
• Prior experience working with clinical research data, patient registries, or healthcare IT systems is highly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to handle complex datasets and produce actionable insights.
Working Hours
• Full-time, remote-friendly with flexibility in working hours to accommodate cross-timezone collaboration.
• Occasional meetings with stakeholders may require core overlap hours.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Expertise in clinical data standards and health informatics frameworks.
• Strong programming and database query skills (SQL, Python, R, ETL tools).
• Ability to interpret clinical and operational requirements and translate them into actionable data solutions.
• Excellent attention to detail and high standards for data quality and compliance.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work in cross-functional teams.
• Proactive and adaptable mindset with continuous learning attitude in emerging health technologies.
Benefits
• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• Flexible remote working environment.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Paid time off, holidays, and professional development support.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge health informatics projects impacting patient care globally.
Why Join Houston Skilled Consultancy?
At Houston Skilled Consultancy, we are committed to innovating healthcare through data-driven insights. You will be part of a dynamic team that values expertise, collaboration, and continuous learning. Join us to contribute to transformative healthcare projects while enjoying the flexibility and support of a global consultancy environment.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their resume and a cover letter highlighting relevant experience in clinical data analysis, HL7, and FHIR standards to mail us.
