Data Scientist

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Description

Turn Data Into Impact. Help Drive Better Care.

At Oak Orchard Health, we believe data is more than numbers-it's a powerful tool to improve lives. We're looking for a Data Scientist who is passionate about transforming complex data into meaningful insights that support high-quality, patient-centered care across our communities.

In this role, you'll partner with clinical, financial, quality, and operational teams to build reports, uncover trends, and support smarter decision-making. If you enjoy solving problems, working across teams, and making a real impact in healthcare, this could be a great fit.

What You'll Do:

• Support the development and deployment of machine learning models (e.g., regression, classification, clustering, forecasting) to generate predictive insights and inform organizational decision-making
• Design and develop reports, interactive dashboards, and automated reporting pipelines using Power BI and Python
• Analyze and translate complex data into clear, actionable insights
• Write and optimize SQL queries (PostgreSQL, MySQL), including joins, stored procedures, and nested queries
• Collaborate with teams across the organization to understand reporting needs and deliver custom reports, dashboards, and analytical views
• Support and manage integrations with third-party reporting tools (e.g., Relevant, Azara, BridgeIT)
• Maintain user access and serve as a key liaison with external data/reporting partners
• Build a strong understanding of EMR workflows to bridge the gap between clinical systems and data infrastructure
• Partner with CMO/QAPI on regulatory and grant reporting (UDS, HEDIS, etc.)
• Document data sources, definitions, and reporting logic to support organizational knowledge
• Validate data quality and reconcile discrepancies between source systems

What You Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Data Science, Computer Science or a related field
• Experience working with SQL and data analysis tools
• Familiarity with Claude Code or Codex
• Exposure to integrating machine learning or predictive models into EMR workflows is preferred
• Willingness to learn new tools and an interest in leading improvement projects that streamline data flow and strengthen data governance
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• A proactive, self-driven mindset-you don't wait for problems, you solve them
• Strong communication skills and comfort working with cross-functional teams
• Willingness to travel between Oak Orchard locations as needed
• HIPAA knowledge and experience handling PHI safely, including de-identification practices
• Familiarity with UDS reporting requirements (HRSA)
• Experience with HEDIS, MIPS/MACRA, or PCMH quality measures

Why Oak Orchard Health?

You'll be part of a mission-driven organization focused on expanding access to quality healthcare across Western New York. Your work will directly support the teams delivering care-and ultimately, the patients we serve every day.

Compensation & Benefits

• Benefits start the 1st of the month after hire
• $0 medical & dental premiums (single HDHP plan)
• Retirement plan eligibility Day 1 + 3% match after 90 days
• Tuition reimbursement [C1.1]+ eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Generous PTO: 5 weeks vacation
• 10-11 paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with legal, financial, and counseling support