Programmer/Statistical Analyst

at  WRHA Corporate

Requisition ID: 362075
Position Number: 20014788
Posting End Date: July 12, 2024
City: Winnipeg
Employer: Winnipeg Regional Health Authority
Site: WRHA Corporate
Department / Unit: PBP Business Analysts
Job Stream: Non-Clinical
Union: Non Union
Anticipated Start Date: 07/22/2024

POSITION OVERVIEW

As a member of the Performance and Business Planning Team with a main focus in Cardiac Sciences and reporting to the Business Analyst Lead, the Programmer/Statistical Analyst will:

• Prepare data and perform statistical analysis of Cardiac Sciences (CS) databases and associated datasets, ensuring that data integrity/quality is maintained
• Provide information technology support for CS databases and applications as requested.
• Perform spatial analyses and data mapping as required.
• Maintain ongoing professional competencies.
• Support Regional projects and analysis in additional program areas as appropriate.

EXPERIENCE

• Experience using statistical software packages such as SAS or STATA is required.
• Working knowledge of other programming languages (e.g., VB, VBA) and familiarity with SQL is preferred.
• Familiarity with commonly applied statistical methods (e.g., logistic regression and Cox regression analysis) is a strong advantage.
• Experience in linking and analyzing large health databases is an asset.
• Previous experience generating statistical reports is an asset.
• Knowledge of and experience with GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS) is an asset.
• Knowledge of and experience with reporting software (e.g., Cognos Impromptu) is an asset.

EDUCATION (DEGREE/DIPLOMA/CERTIFICATE)

• Undergraduate degree or diploma is required from a recognized post-secondary institution; a focus on information technology, computer sciences, mathematics or statistics is preferred.
• Master’s degree in a relevant area is an asset (e.g. Master of Science degree in Computer Sciences, Mathematics, Statistics, or Epidemiology).
• An equivalent combination of education and experience in health services/health related research as recognized by the Winnipeg Regional Health Authority may be considered.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint) is required.
• Must have excellent analytical skills, problem-solving abilities, oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to write technical reports with a high level of proficiency.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment.
• Demonstrated experience and ability in developing and maintaining excellent working relationships with multi-disciplinary healthcare professionals, staff and management from multiple sites within the region, including the ability to facilitate, collaborate and resolve conflict.
• Superior organizational skills including the ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively under pressure to meet established deadlines.
• Superior communication and problem-solving skills.

Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions across the WRHA legal entity that combine to equal more than 1.0 EFT. The WRHA legal entity includes Churchill Health Centre, Deer Lodge Centre, Golden West Centennial Lodge, Grace Hospital, Middlechurch Home of Winnipeg, Pan Am Clinic, River Park Gardens, Victoria General Hospital, WRHA corporate programs, and WRHA community health services.
Interviewed candidates may be called upon to participate in a skills assessment.
Any application received after the closing time will not be included in the competition.
We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process