Data Analyst

Job Title

Data Analyst

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Vet Med-Teaching Hospital

Proposed Minimum Salary

$4,833.34 monthly

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment   

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.   

Who we are 

The Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital (VMTH) includes the Small Animal Hospital and the Large Animal Hospital, both of which are dedicated to the total well-being and care of a pet throughout its lifetime. We work with great people, great clinicians, and great educators with a passion for animals and educating others that allows us to provide total care for animal patients while helping to train the next generation of veterinarians.    

What we want  

The Data Analyst, under general supervision, gathers, compiles, analyzes, interprets, reports data and identifies patterns. This role will work within the Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital’s (VMTH) Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system and partner closely with the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) and FBS Financial Analyst to assess operational trends, support pricing strategies, identify revenue opportunities, and ensure that EMR data accurately reflects clinical activity and hospital operations.

What you need to know

• Salary: Starting at $58,000k/year commensurate based on education and experience.

• Schedule/Location: College Station, TX/Full-Time. This position may require working on university holidays and/or weekends.

• Cover Letter/Resume: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended and will help in our review. You may upload them on the application under the CV/Resume section.    

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Two years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or above in Business, Health Care Administration, or Finance

• Working knowledge of Electronic Medical Records (EMR) and operation sources

• Ability to translate raw data into meaningful insights that support decision making.

• Strong Collaborating Skills

Responsibilities

• Data Collection and Analysis: Collects and validates data from the EMR and operational sources. Performs data entry corrections in the EMR system related to invoices and payments, including adjustments and appropriate allocation, to ensure accurate account balances and reporting. Runs, compiles, and delivers monthly reports to the A/R team for collections and state hold processes in accordance with established timelines and requirements. Translates raw data into meaningful insights that support decision making. Compiles data into usable reports. Troubleshoot data discrepancies and reporting issues by investigating source data, identifying root causes, and coordinating corrections with appropriate stakeholders. Prepares comparative and historical analyses to support pricing reviews, service line development, and operational planning.

• Database Management and Maintenance: Maintains and updates datasets related to fee schedules, charge codes, service catalogs, and operational workflows. Extracts and queries EMR to support analysis of clinical activity, revenue trends, and workflow performance. Constructs, maintains, and refines reports and data dashboards for visualization and tracking. Supports continuous improvement initiatives focused on data integrity, reporting efficiency, standardization, and internal controls within EMR system. Maintains documentation and data archives to support long term trend analysis and audit needs.

• Reporting and Presentation: Serve as the primary point of contact for EMR system report requests, including validating, and distributing reports related to fees, products, and general operational and financial data. Prepares, maintains, and presents historical and comparative data to illustrate trends and patterns. Delivers technical information, insights, and findings in an easily digestible manner for audiences of varying technical expertise. Develops educational materials and presentations to help clinical and administrative teams understand data trends and operational impacts.

• Project Support and Coordination: Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., Finance, Operations, Clinical/Service teams, IT) to ensure EMR system products configuration and reporting meet business needs. Communicate project updates, risks, and issues to stakeholders in a clear and timely manner; address concerns, manage expectations, and promote high levels of customer satisfaction. Provides data support and technical expertise to teams developing projects with data-specific requirements. Participates and contributes to unit meetings and on committees as appropriate to job duties. Assists in planning and executing projects, focusing on creative implementation under supervision.

• Fee, Product, & Tag Management: Review and maintain fee and product nomenclature within the Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system to ensure accuracy, consistency, and alignment with organizational standards, coordinate updates and changes with appropriate stakeholders. Coordinate with service areas to obtain request information, documentation, and approvals to support fee analysis, requests, and changes, ensuring updates are accurately reflected in the EMR system. Coordinate and manage tags used in the EMR system for reporting, including establishing naming conventions, promoting proper use, and maintaining supporting documentation to ensure consistent reporting practices. Maintain clear documentation of report definitions, tag logic, fee/product naming standards, and reporting procedures to support continuity, auditability, and knowledge transfer.

Why Texas A&M University?   

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.  Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.  Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.   

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums

• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays

• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month

• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas

• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time

• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more

• Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

• Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application. 

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.