Vizient, Inc · 19 hours ago
Senior Associate, Data Operations
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$77K/yr - $135K/yr
5+ years expVizient, Inc is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment for its employees while providing opportunities for personal and professional development. The Senior Associate, Data Operations will manage complex data intake and validation processes, ensuring data accuracy and compliance, while collaborating with clients and internal teams to resolve issues and lead projects.
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Responsibilities
Execute complex procedural data implementations, including file intake, data mapping, normalization, and processing across multiple EMR-sourced datasets
Perform advanced manual and automated data validation to identify mapping discrepancies, missing elements, integrity issues, and compliance gaps
Ensure hospital submissions meet Vizient data quality standards across intake requirements, processing systems, and analytic outputs
Serve as the primary escalation point for complex data issues, guiding members and internal teams through root cause analysis and resolution
Diagnose and resolve ongoing submission issues, including intake failures, mapping errors, and data quality exceptions, coordinating solutions with internal and external stakeholders
Monitor processing systems to confirm accurate data loading, availability, and readiness in PA tools
Support development, testing, and rollout of new workflows, tools, and validation enhancements to improve data quality and efficiency
Deliver customized analyses using structured and unstructured datasets to support PA benchmarking and insights
Research and evaluate data sources, validation techniques, and best practices to continuously strengthen analytic and quality methodologies
Translate complex data findings into clear, actionable recommendations for internal teams and member stakeholders
Act as a trusted data advisor to members, providing guidance on methodology, data interpretation, and submission requirements
Collaborate closely with project managers, engineers, and cross-functional partners to manage expectations and resolve data-related challenges
Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to training materials that support standardized data intake, validation, and submission processes
Mentor junior associates on procedural data concepts, validation approaches, and effective troubleshooting techniques
Qualification
Required
5 or more years of relevant experience required
Strong SQL and Databricks skills, including querying complex relational databases and data troubleshooting required
Advanced analytical skills with experience working with large, complex datasets using spreadsheet and data tools required
Advanced, hands-on Excel skills required; candidates must be comfortable using LOOKUP functions, pivot tables, charts, and graphs on a daily basis
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and projects in a high-volume operational environment required
Preferred
Relevant degree preferred
Clinical or perioperative background, including surgical nursing or equivalent experience, highly preferred
Experience with perioperative data, OR workflows, surgical supplies, and preference cards preferred
Experience with EMR systems such as Epic OpTime or Cerner SurgiNet preferred
Experience supporting healthcare analytics platforms or benchmarking tools preferred
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with clients
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits plan
Company
Vizient, Inc
Vizient, Inc., the nation’s largest provider-driven healthcare performance improvement company, provides solutions and services to more than two-thirds of the nation’s acute care providers and more than one-third of ambulatory providers.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2007-12-13IPO
Leadership Team
John A. Bardis
Founder & CEO
Oscar Pacheco
Vice President, KP Non-Medical Service Line
Recent News
2026-01-08
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