Data Scientist

Data Scientist

Brockport, NY (

Description

Turn Data Into Impact. Help Drive Better Care.

At Oak Orchard Health, we believe data is more than numbers—it’s a powerful tool to improve lives. We’re looking for a Data Scientist who is passionate about transforming complex data into meaningful insights that support high-quality, patient-centered care across our communities.

In this role, you’ll partner with clinical, financial, quality, and operational teams to build reports, uncover trends, and support smarter decision-making. If you enjoy solving problems, working across teams, and making a real impact in healthcare, this could be a great fit.

What You’ll Do:

· Support the development and deployment of machine learning models (e.g., regression, classification, clustering, forecasting) to generate predictive insights and inform organizational decision-making

· Design and develop reports, interactive dashboards, and automated reporting pipelines using Power BI and Python

· Analyze and translate complex data into clear, actionable insights

· Write and optimize SQL queries (PostgreSQL, MySQL), including joins, stored procedures, and nested queries

· Collaborate with teams across the organization to understand reporting needs and deliver custom reports, dashboards, and analytical views

· Support and manage integrations with third-party reporting tools (e.g., Relevant, Azara, BridgeIT)

· Maintain user access and serve as a key liaison with external data/reporting partners

· Build a strong understanding of EMR workflows to bridge the gap between clinical systems and data infrastructure

· Partner with CMO/QAPI on regulatory and grant reporting (UDS, HEDIS, etc.)

· Document data sources, definitions, and reporting logic to support organizational knowledge

· Validate data quality and reconcile discrepancies between source systems

What You Bring:

· Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Data Science, Computer Science or a related field

· Experience working with SQL and data analysis tools

· Familiarity with Claude Code or Codex

· Exposure to integrating machine learning or predictive models into EMR workflows is preferred

· Willingness to learn new tools and an interest in leading improvement projects that streamline data flow and strengthen data governance

· Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities

· A proactive, self-driven mindset—you don’t wait for problems, you solve them

· Strong communication skills and comfort working with cross-functional teams

· Willingness to travel between Oak Orchard locations as needed

· HIPAA knowledge and experience handling PHI safely, including de-identification practices

· Familiarity with UDS reporting requirements (HRSA)

· Experience with HEDIS, MIPS/MACRA, or PCMH quality measures

Why Oak Orchard Health?

You’ll be part of a mission-driven organization focused on expanding access to quality healthcare across Western New York. Your work will directly support the teams delivering care—and ultimately, the patients we serve every day.

Compensation & Benefits

· Benefits start the 1st of the month after hire

· $0 medical & dental premiums (single HDHP plan)

· Retirement plan eligibility Day 1 + 3% match after 90 days

· Tuition reimbursement [C1.1]+ eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

· Generous PTO: 5 weeks vacation

· 10–11 paid holidays

· Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with legal, financial, and counseling support

Salary Description

$65,000 -$75,000