State of Louisiana · 4 months ago
BFH EHDI-IS Data Systems Specialist (WAE)
Baton Rouge, La
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expThe University of New Orleans is seeking a Data Systems Specialist for the Bureau of Family Health. This role involves assisting in the maintenance and evaluation of the Louisiana Early Hearing Detection and Intervention program, collaborating with various stakeholders to enhance data systems and ensure accurate reporting of newborn hearing screening data.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Assists in maintenance, enhancement, and evaluation of Louisiana Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (LA EHDI) IS program for the Office of Public Health’s (OPH) Bureau Family Health
Collaborates with the Epidemiologist in conducting quality assessments and the use of evaluation results to strengthen IS
Assists with enhancements/transitions in LA EHDI-IS, including testing of data transfer, and ongoing support, training, and assistance to all users
Verifies newborn hearing screening data for completeness, accuracy, and timely entry into the Louisiana Electronic Events Registry System
Monitors all LA birth hospitals’ data entries monthly and provide feedback and guidance regarding missing and/or inaccurate data
Provides LAEHDI-IS training to hearing screening program supervisors, audiologists & audiologist representatives, hospital personnel, freestanding birth centers personnel, and partner agency data system users
Compiles, reviews, and assesses monthly, quarterly, and annual hospital screening data and communicate results to hospital supervisors and hearing screening personnel
Collaborates annually with Epidemiologist, Program Coordinator, and System Development Coordinator to generate and distribute hearing screening program scorecards and hospital rankings for each hospital to hearing screening personnel, as well as hospital CEOs, quality assurance directors, and medical records staff
Conducts identified remediation activities with hospitals as a result of scorecard assessment
Provides an annual presentation of the hospital scorecard review to the advisory council
Reviews Louisiana birth hospitals and freestanding birth centers’ newborn hearing screening program policies and procedures for adherence to the Joint Committee on Infant Hearing recommendations
Provides guidance to ensure policy documents are comprehensive and contain all recommended procedures
Conducts hospital visits, on-site trainings, and virtual meetings as needed to assist hearing screening program supervisors and hospital personnel
Maintains communication with hospital staff to assure LA EHDI newborn hearing screening program protocol are being followed
Participates in regular communication and collaborative efforts with the LA EHDI team and stakeholders to identify areas of weakness and improve LA EHDI program quality
Assists in collection, management, and reporting of LA EHDI project data and participate in grant-related writing and reporting activities
Participates in ongoing professional development activities, EHDI staff meetings and calls, EHDI 1-on-1 meetings with LA EHDI Program Director and Program Coordinator, regional collaborative meetings, and advisory council meetings
Other tasks as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree, or Associate's degree plus 3 years of professional experience, or 6 years of professional work experience
Minimum 3 years professional experience in data systems management and data monitoring
Minimum 2 years professional experience with newborn screening, EHDI programs, or maternal and child health systems
Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills; effective organizational and time management skills
Great attention to detail and follow up
Ability to manage projects, assignments, and competing priorities
Proficient in the use of Zoom, Teams, and Microsoft Office, including but not limited to Outlook, Word, and Excel
Preferred
Advanced degree
Bachelor's degree in public health, health education, information systems, or relevant field
Minimum 4 years professional experience in data systems management and data monitoring
Minimum 3 years professional experience with newborn screening, EHDI programs, or maternal and child health systems
Relevant industry certifications
Company
State of Louisiana
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