Posted at: 21 January
Entry-Level Healthcare Data Analyst (Remote – United States)
Company
I.R.E
Investigative Reporters and Editors (IRE) is a U.S.-based nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing investigative journalism through resources, training, and conferences for reporters and editors.
Job Type
Full-time
Allowed Applicant Locations
United States
Salary
$50,000 to $70,000 per year
Job Description
The Tech System
Clean, validate, and structure healthcare datasets from electronic health records (EHR), claims, and operational systems
Perform descriptive data analysis to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies under the guidance of senior analysts
Assist in the development and maintenance of reports, dashboards, and data visualizations using tools like Power BI or Tableau
Write and execute basic SQL queries to extract and manipulate data
Contribute to documentation of data sources, reporting processes, and analytical methodologies
Collaborate with team members and stakeholders to understand data needs and support project goals
Adhere strictly to data security, privacy, and compliance standards, including HIPAA regulations
Required
Bachelors degree in Data Analytics, Public Health, Statistics, Computer Science, Information Management, or a related field earned within the last 24 months
Foundational understanding of data analysis concepts and a strong interest in the healthcare domain
Academic, internship, or project experience with data manipulation and visualization tools (e.g., Excel, SQL, Tableau, Power BI)
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work effectively in a remote team environment
Legal authorization to work in the United States
Preferred
Familiarity with healthcare data standards, terminologies (e.g., ICD-10, CPT), and HIPAA compliance
Exposure to statistical programming languages such as Python or R
A portfolio or examples of academic projects demonstrating data analysis skills
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
401(k) retirement plan with company matching.
Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, and company holidays).
Remote work flexibility with a home office stipend.
Dedicated budget for ongoing training, certifications, and professional development.