Results-driven QA Manager with a strong focus on test automation, process improvement, and risk management. Demonstrated ability to lead teams and implement efficient solutions that exceed quality standards. Proven expertise in statistical analysis, predictive modeling, and data visualization as a Healthcare Data Analyst, driving operational improvements and enhancing patient care. Career objectives include leveraging data-driven insights to further optimize healthcare operations and policy planning.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
BI & Business Analyst | Administration
MetricVantage Analytics Freelance
06.2024 - Current
Predictive Analytics Development: Enhanced client revenue forecasts by 30% through comprehensive analysis of historical sales data and predictive modeling techniques
Standardized Reporting & Automation: Developed automated data pipelines for Tableau and Power BI, significantly reducing manual data entry and improving accuracy
Documented business requirements, translating them into user stories and acceptance criteria to support data solution development
Tableau Implementation for Prosthetics Industry: Spearheaded the transition from manual reporting to an automated Tableau-based system using PostgreSQL, decreasing reporting time by 67% and enabling real-time monitoring of production and patient outcomes
Conducted quantitative analysis on historical sales data to identify key trends
Payroll System Implementation: Worked with small retail business to optimize payroll and workforce management processes, ensuring seamless automation and compliance
Innovative Solutions: Empowered care teams to proactively identify non-compliant patients and implement targeted outreach strategies, resulting in a 15% improvement in preventive screening compliance within six months
Collaboration Tools: Utilized Confluence and Slack for documentation and cross-team coordination, ensuring seamless project execution
Business Intelligence Manager | Solutions Developer
Glytec Systems
Greenville
04.2021 - 05.2024
Dashboard Development: Created ERDs and data flow diagrams for system integration between Glucommander and EHRs
Built interactive dashboards with Power BI and Tableau, enhancing diabetes management insights and patient care
Salesforce-Tableau Integration: Led requirements sessions with IT, sales, marketing, and operations
Developed Tableau and Power BI dashboards integrating Salesforce and Glucommander, providing real-time sales trends and pipeline forecasting
Strategic Reporting & Visualization: Translated complex sales performance metrics into executive and client-level Tableau dashboards, enabling data-driven decision-making
SQL Optimization: Partnered with DevOps to enhance data retrieval accuracy using optimized SQL scripts, improving reporting speed by 50%
Research Analysis: Conducted statistical analysis supporting publications on diabetes management
Team Leadership & Collaboration: Conducted gap analysis between current reporting capabilities and business needs, identifying key areas for improvement
Successfully led diverse teams to exceed goals through collaboration, clear communication, and strategic leadership using JIRA, Confluence, and GitHub for agile project management
Mentored junior BI developers, guiding them in best practices for data visualization, performance optimization, and SQL scripting
BI Product and Data Science Manager | Data Strategy & Governance
Ballad Health
Johnson City
02.2016 - 04.2021
COPA Implementation Leadership: Played a crucial role in merging two hospital systems under the Certificate of Public Advantage (COPA), ensuring the seamless integration of analytics to support regulatory compliance and operational alignment
Predictive Analytics: Employed QI Macros and Excel for predictive modeling and regression analysis, achieving accurate forecasting of patient care risks and optimizing operational planning
Project Leadership: Directed data projects by managing daily standups, planning, scoping, goal setting, and reviews using JIRA
Conducted requirements sessions with hospital staff to enhance performance tracking and mentored data analysts on improvement methodologies and BI best practices
Data Governance & QA: Evaluated project outputs to enhance QA practices and guide continuous improvement of data team processes and technical development
Advanced Analytics & Operations Research: Utilized predictive analytics to forecast patient care risks and refine operations
Developed optimization models to improve clinical and financial performance
Created interactive mockups and wireframes in Power BI and Sigma, enhancing usability and data storytelling
Documentation & Storytelling: Created comprehensive project documentation using Confluence and presented analytical insights through Google Analytics to support data-driven decision-making
Developed detailed user stories and acceptance criteria for hospital analytics projects, including patient readmission rate reporting and infection control dashboards
Senior Business Analyst
Ballad Health
Johnson City
06.2007 - 04.2016
Predictive Analytics & QI Macros: Utilized QI Macros in Excel to generate control charts, run charts, and regression models for real-time monitoring and predictive analysis
Operational Dashboards: Created Power BI dashboards based on QI Macros analysis, offering insights for leadership decision-making
Process Optimization: Implemented Lean Six Sigma principles to improve workflows, resulting in a 20% reduction in surgical delays and increased overall efficiency
Developed data dictionaries and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for analytics tools to maintain consistency in hospital performance metrics
Data Analysis: Conducted assessments of healthcare performance against benchmarks, identifying areas for improvement in patient care and provider adherence
SharePoint Integration: Enhanced document management and collaboration by establishing and maintaining SharePoint sites
Payroll Specialist
Ballad Health
09.2003 - 06.2007
Processed Payroll: Managed payroll for 21+ facilities with a large workforce, ensuring accuracy and compliance with labor laws
Oversaw payroll cycles, reconciled discrepancies, and implemented process improvements to enhance efficiency
Kronos Workforce Management: Utilized Kronos to manage time and attendance tracking, workforce scheduling, and payroll integration
Configured system settings to align with company policies and labor regulations, improving overall payroll accuracy
Kronos Education & Training: Designed and conducted comprehensive Kronos training sessions for employees and payroll staff, enhancing system adoption and efficiency
Created user guides and troubleshooting resources to support ongoing learning and reduce common errors
Collaboration: Worked closely with HR, Compliance, and Finance teams to streamline payroll processes, reducing processing time and minimizing errors
Assisted in audits and policy updates to ensure adherence to federal and state regulations
Reports & Data Analysis: Provided data-driven insights and customized payroll reports to optimize workforce costs, track labor trends, and ensure compliance
Developed dashboards and automated reporting processes for leadership review
Tax Preparation & Compliance: Managed tax preparation, including 990 forms and all associated filings for businesses and non-profits
Ensured timely and accurate tax submissions while staying updated on changing tax laws to mitigate financial risks
Education
Bachelor of Science - Advanced Information Technology of Health Informatics
Kaplan University
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration in Management
Kaplan University
Skills
Strategic Transformation
Advanced Methodologies
Continuous Improvement
Healthcare Expertise
Data Engineering
Quality Improvement
Technical Proficiency
Project Management
Communication
SQL optimization
Predictive analytics
Data governance
Business analysis
Project management
Team leadership
Process optimization
Statistical analysis
Performance evaluation
Corporate governance
Product development
Teamwork and collaboration
Reporting and documenting
Publications
Characteristics of and Mortality Associated with Diabetic Ketoacidosis Among US Patients Hospitalized With or Without COVID-19., JAMA Netw Open, 03/01/21
Comparison of an Electronic Glycemic Management System Versus Provider-Managed Subcutaneous Basal Bolus Insulin Therapy in the Hospital Setting., J Diabetes Sci Technol, 01/01/17
Certifications And Tools
Kronos Workforce Management
SQL Server
Power BI
Tableau
Advanced Excel (Power Pivot, Macros, VBA)
Microsoft Dynamics 365
QuickBooks
Timeline
BI & Business Analyst | Administration
MetricVantage Analytics Freelance
06.2024 - Current
Business Intelligence Manager | Solutions Developer
Glytec Systems
04.2021 - 05.2024
BI Product and Data Science Manager | Data Strategy & Governance
Ballad Health
02.2016 - 04.2021
Senior Business Analyst
Ballad Health
06.2007 - 04.2016
Payroll Specialist
Ballad Health
09.2003 - 06.2007
Bachelor of Science - Advanced Information Technology of Health Informatics
Kaplan University
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration in Management
Kaplan University
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