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Certified Health Data Analyst Jobs (NOW HIRING)

A minimum of three to four years of experience in a data analyst role * Bachelor's degree in a healthcare related field, computer science or industrial engineering, preferred. Skills: * Demonstrated ...

Sr Health Data Analyst

Seattle, WA · On-site

$97K - $123K/yr

Position: Sr. Health Data Analyst Location: Seattle, WA Job Type: Full Time Description: The Sr. Health Data Analyst will assist in the production of performance reports, specialized analytics and ...

... data analysis Experience working in the Health Care industry with knowledge of Care Management, Medical, or Hospital claims business operations preferred Experience writing system specifications ...

Successful Senior Health Policy Data Analyst demonstrate competency in health data analysis, health policy, project execution, critical thinking, and relationship managementwhile upholding the ...

Sr. Health Data Analyst

Seattle, WA · On-site

$97K - $123K/yr

Title: Sr. Health Data Analyst Location: Seattle, WA Job Type: Permanent Roles and Responsibilities: * Play a key role in the planning, development and production of performance reports addressing ...

... data analysis Experience working in the Health Care industry with knowledge of Care Management, Medical, or Hospital claims business operations preferred Experience writing system specifications ...

EPIC Healthy Planet Certification preferred. Experience : 5 - 7 years of experience in a healthcare setting; with emphasis care transformation, analytics, and Value Based Care / Population Health ...

The Healthcare Data Analyst is responsible for analyzing healthcare data to support clinical, operational, and financial decision-making within Medicare Advantage programs. This role focuses on key ...

Data Analyst

Warwick, RI · On-site

$60K - $75K/yr

Data Analyst Healthcare Data Analytics Experience Preferred Location: Warwick, RI Experience: 1+ years healthcare data analytics experience Education: A minimum of a bachelor's degree in epidemiology ...

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How much do certified health data analyst jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for certified health data analyst in the United States is $82,640.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $62,500.00 and $97,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Certified Health Data Analyst vs Health Data Specialist?

CriteriaCertified Health Data AnalystHealth Data Specialist
CertificationsYes, often includes CHDA or similar certificationsMay or may not have certifications, less standardized
Work EnvironmentHealthcare organizations, clinics, insurance companiesHospitals, clinics, health IT firms
Job FocusData analysis, reporting, interpreting health dataData management, data entry, supporting analysis
Skills RequiredData analysis, healthcare knowledge, certificationsData entry, basic analysis, health IT familiarity

The Certified Health Data Analyst typically has formal certifications and focuses on analyzing and interpreting health data to support decision-making. In contrast, a Health Data Specialist often handles data management and entry tasks with less emphasis on analysis or certifications. Both roles are vital in healthcare data workflows but differ in scope and specialization.

What are some common challenges faced by Certified Health Data Analysts when working with healthcare data?

Certified Health Data Analysts often encounter challenges such as ensuring data accuracy and completeness, dealing with fragmented data sources, and maintaining patient privacy in compliance with regulations like HIPAA. They are also tasked with interpreting complex datasets and presenting their findings in a clear, actionable manner to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Overcoming these challenges requires strong attention to detail, familiarity with healthcare data standards, and effective communication skills.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Certified Health Data Analyst?

To thrive as a Certified Health Data Analyst, you need strong analytical skills, knowledge of healthcare data standards, and typically a bachelor's degree in health information management, statistics, or a related field, along with CHDA certification. Proficiency in data analysis tools like SQL, SAS, or R, and familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems are vital. Excellent attention to detail, communication skills, and the ability to interpret complex data for diverse stakeholders set top performers apart. These competencies are essential for ensuring data-driven decision-making, regulatory compliance, and improved healthcare outcomes.
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Infographic showing various Certified Health Data Analyst job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 55% In-person, 27% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $82,640 per year, or $39.7 per hour.

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WE ARE INSIGHT:
At Insight Hospital and Medical Center Chicago, we believe there is a better way to provide quality healthcare while achieving health equity. Our Chicago location looks forward to working closely with our neighbors and residents, to build a full-service community hospital in the Bronzeville area of Chicago; creating a comprehensive plan to increase services and meet community needs. With a growing team that is dedicated to delivering world-class service to everyone we meet, it is our mission to deliver the most compassionate, loving, expert, and impactful care in the world to our patients. Be a part of the Insight Chicago team that provides PATIENT CARE SECOND TO NONE! If you would like to be a part of our future team, please apply now!
These duties are to be performed in a highly confidential manner, following the mission, values, and behaviors of Insight Hospital and Medical Center. Employees are further expected to provide a high quality of care, service, and kindness toward all patients, staff, physicians, volunteers, and guests.
General Summary: Reporting to the Director of Quality, Risk and Patient Safety, the Data Analyst is responsible for collecting, organizing, summarizing, presenting and analyzing data so that valid conclusions can be drawn and reasonable decisions made on the basis of this analysis. The Data Analyst also assists others within the organization in the development of databases and quality assessment tools and acts as liaison to the external quality organizations in the transmission of data for public reporting.
DESCRIPTION:
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Acts as the liaison with departments and the Quality and Safety Committee to ensure that reports flow in the established pattern to the Medical Executive Committee and the Executive Board. This may be accomplished through assisting leadership with accessing accurate data, determining the most appropriate presentation styles, compiling reports, and coordinating meetings.
  • Presents data and creates various reports, charts and graphs that promote analysis, discussion, and identification of system improvements.
  • Accesses various databases and produces standard and ad-hoc reports for internal trending and analysis.
  • Maintains expert knowledge of content and structure of the databases as well as the identification of newer solutions.
  • Promotes collaborative relationships with Physicians, nursing and leadership.
  • Assists these individuals with the production of key reports.
  • Serves as an in-house expert on the development and use of systems/databases.
  • Provides computer application software support for Quality Management team.
  • Accurately enters data for the various public-reporting initiatives, especially the CORE measures.
  • Coordinates the public reporting activities by ensuring that cases are accurately selected, QM staff are provided with due dates for abstraction, and data is entered timely.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Contributes to a healthy work environment by using conflict resolution skills, and participating in team problem-solving efforts.
  • Assumes accountability for creating a culture of safety within the department.
  • Collaborates with peers and staff in monitoring the environment and performance in the organization to identify potential safety issues and to address them proactively.
  • Maintains awareness of hospital changes by attending scheduled meetings and hospital town hall meetings.
  • Carries out other duties as assigned.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge:
  • A minimum of three to four years of experience in a data analyst role
  • Bachelor’s degree in a healthcare related field, computer science or industrial engineering, preferred.

Skills:
  • Demonstrated ability with database systems.
  • Midas Experience required.
  • Proficient in the Microsoft suite of products, Word, Excel, PowerPoint; working knowledge of project management and flowchart software, and graphics packages also desired.
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills.

Abilities:
  • Demonstrates ability in the establishment of effective work relationships with co-workers and other members of the health care team to achieve results
  • Excellent problem solving and inductive reasoning skills that manifest themselves in creative and forward thinking solutions in data management.
  • Commitment to teamwork, service excellence, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
  • Excellent ability in data analysis and reporting.
Benefits:
  • Paid Sick Time - effective 90 days after employment
  • Paid Vacation Time - effective 90 days after employment
  • Health, vision amp; dental benefits - eligible at 30 days, following the 1st of the following month
  • Short and long-term disability and basic life insurance - after 30 days of employment
Insight Employees are required to be vaccinated for COVID-19 as a condition of employment, subject to accommodation for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs.
Insight is an equal opportunity employer and values workplace diversity!