BHI Sudors Data Abstraction - Coordinator 3

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Department

Medicaid Contract Operations

Job Summary

Job Description

• Performs data entry into the national State Unintentional Drug Overdose Reporting System (SUDORS).

• Abstracts data from death certificates, toxicology, autopsy, and coroner investigation reports into SUDORS in a timely manner using established protocols;

• Works with the drug overdose surveillance teams to refine their fatal drug overdose data processing and ensure coordination in drug overdose data efforts;

• Conducts SUDORS data quality assurance activities;

• Conducts manual reviews of narrative fields within SUDORS as needed;

• Assists in the completion of SUDORS closeout reports (e.g., case validation and quality control reports);

• Uses project management platform to track timely delivery of project requirements and adherence to timelines;

• Participates in monthly CDC calls and workgroups to facilitate timeliness and accuracy of grant deliverables and routine team calls with the Louisiana OD2A surveillance team;

• Maintains working knowledge of all coding guidance and database changes; and

• Follows data security and confidentiality procedures and protocols.

• Other tasks as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED:

• Bachelor's degree, or Associate's degree plus 3 years of professional experience, or 6 years of professional work experience.

• Minimum 3 years professional experience performing administrative functions within an office environment or health care field.

• Minimum 2 years professional experience in data abstraction, data entry, or a similar role.

• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills; effective organizational and time management skills.

• Great attention to detail and follow up.

• Ability to manage projects, assignments, and competing priorities.

• Proficient in the use of Zoom, Teams, and Microsoft Office, including but not limited to Outlook, Word, and Excel.

DESIRED:

• Advanced degree.

• Minimum 4 years professional experience performing administrative functions within an office environment or health care field.

• Minimum 3 years professional experience in data abstraction, data entry, or similar role.

• Minimum 1 year professional experience using data analysis software and tools.

• Relevant industry certifications.

Required Attachments

Please upload the following documents in the Resume/Cover Letter section.

• Detailed resume listing relevant qualifications and experience;

• Cover Letter indicating why you are a good fit for the position and University of Louisiana Systems;

• Names and contact information of three references;

• Diversity Statement (required for all Faculty positions and any Staff position of Assistant Manager and higher).

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Applications that do not include the required uploaded documents may not be considered.

Posting Close Date

This position will remain open until filled.

Note to Applicant:

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications in their cover letter. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials.

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.

This position may require a criminal background check to be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

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