QUALITY DATA ABSTRACTOR

pstrongClosing Date:/strong January 20, 2026 @ 4:00 P.M.(MST)/p pstrongSalary Range:/strong $23.52 - $28.69/hour/p pemstrong**APPLICANT MUST HAVE A VALID, UNRESTRICTED INSURABLE DRIVERS LICENSE**/strong/em/p pemstrong**RESUMES AND REFERENCES ARE REQUIRED**/strong/em/p pspan style="text-decoration: underline;"strongESSENTIAL DUTIES, FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES/strong/span/p ul liAbstracts data from the electronic medical records and other sources using predetermined criteria for clinical management and performance improvement activities to comply with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) requirements./li liUtilizes programs provided by CMS and/or external reporting entities to abstract data and transmit mandatory reports to be in healthcare compliance./li liAnalyzes health care data obtained from a variety of sources, including patient, clinical trials, financial and demographic data./li liReviews patient records based on specific criteria, to identify deficiencies and initiates appropriate action for improvement. Uses and supports database applications and analytical tools./li liCompiles data according to established criteria and ensures the validity, reliability, and accuracy of the collected data. Presents statistical data in an effective manner utilizing graphic displays as appropriate. Provides support with delivering data products in reports and assists with the presentation format, to specifications and timelines. Develops and maintains a clinical data base./li liConducts occurrence screening of critical indicators. Refers variations to clinical staff reviewers for further in-depth review and assists in documenting results./li liCommunicates data analysis and other information to management for the purpose of evaluation of opportunities to improve patient care./li liParticipates in interdepartmental Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement activities to assist in quality resolution of issues and program integration. Provides education to FDIHB staff related to applicable laws and regulations./li liAssists in the maintenance and organization of the Quality Services Department documentation and meeting minutes for review by CMS./li liAssists in the maintenance of the policy management system./li liParticipation in the quality improvement process and contributes to problem solving and improved work processes./li liPosition is required to demonstrate customer skills, including friendliness, courtesy, responsiveness and empathy./li liPerforms other duties as assigned./li /ul pspan style="text-decoration: underline;"strongMANDATORY MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/strong/span/p pstrongExperience:/strong Two (2) years of direct work experience./p pstrongEducation:/strong Associate Degree in Healthcare, Health Technician or related field. Statistics needed./p pspan style="background-color: #ffff00;"strongPlease email current certificate of Indian blood (CIB), valid insurable driver’s license, high school diploma and college degree or transcripts to Loren.Begay@fdihb.org/strong/span/p pspan style="text-decoration: underline;"strongNAVAJO/INDIAN PREFERENCE/strong/span/p pFDIHB and its facilities are located within the Navajo Nation and, in accordance with Navajo Nation law, has implemented a Navajo/Indian Preference in Employment Policy. Pursuant to this Policy, applicants who meet the minimum qualifications for this position and who are enrolled members of the Navajo Nation will be given primary preference in hiring and employment for this position and members of other federally-recognized Indian tribes will be given secondary preference. Other candidates will be considered only after all candidates entitled to primary or secondary preference have been fully considered./p