Internal Auditor - Prevention Programs

Job Description

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Internal Auditor is primarily responsible for extracting and auditing relevant data from existing systems, designing reports and delivering thoughtful, clear and concise presentations on the results of the audit to department leadership to advance or improve data validity, and quality and evaluation goals within Programs. This individual must possess exemplary interpersonal skills and broad knowledge of methods for synthesizing data into information consumable by management and staff, demonstrating proficiency in business processes. This person is also responsible for creating and maintaining data to support quality improvement projects and initiatives for Programs. The Internal Auditor must demonstrate the ability to work independently on complex analytical projects and collaboratively with various managers and leaders.

Salary: $20.43/hour - $25.55/hour

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Essential functions of the job include, but are not limited to, written and verbal communication; relationship building with internal stakeholders; utilizing a computer for typing; attending meetings; and presenting to small groups.

MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for the accuracy and validity of data used for the completion of monthly, quarterly, biannual, andannual grant reports.
• Participate in business analysis activities to gather reporting requirements. Translate requirements into specifications that will be used to implement the required reports and dashboards, created from potentially multiple data sources.
• Surveys systems, databases, data repositories, and departmental workflows for data collection and designs solutions to improve efficiency in data gathering and accuracy at the entry point. Identifies practices and/or protocols to ensure validity of data (i.e. relevance, accuracy, usability, etc.).
• Assists with data audits in various environments to maximize the value of data reporting systems; provides recommendation(s) for changes or upgrades of data reporting systems as needed.
• Assists studies the data repositories for clinical, operational, financial and performance data, for continuous improvement of reporting and enhanced relevance of data points across multiple systems. Works towards data integration where possible while ensuring data integrity across multiple programs, services, and sites.
• Identifies potential or actual discrepancies in data reporting systems, and then works to solve inaccuracies and/or reconcile data.
• Maps relationships between databases and reporting systems. Illustrates data relationships across multiple databases, with the ability to understand and explain relationships to users of the information.
• Assists with developing standardized client surveys and utilizes Tableau dashboards to accelerate management’s access to data and to facilitate needed changes in program implementation.
• Presents data sets in a manner that is user-friendly and facilitates learning/understanding at various levels within Programs.
• Manipulates and reports data from various sources; interprets meaning of data and provides accurate analysis;and maintains working knowledge of assigned systems through formal vendor training and self-guided instruction.
• Assists staff in expressing and defining data requirements; draws “rough” data reports and works with staff to further define data sets to best meet their needs.
• Assists with data reporting both formally and informally at department or management meetings. Manages questions/answers on data reporting and utilizes feedback to further develop data systems and reporting parameters.
• Conducts all reporting and data mining in compliance with privacy, confidentiality and proprietary regulations and policies.
• Demonstrate unconditional positive regard to clients and conduct all aspects of job responsibilities with a focus on exceptional customer service.
• Demonstrates continuous growth and development aligned with Equitas Health Values, exhibiting an understanding,awareness, and respect for diversity, inclusion, and cultural humility.
• Contribute to a positive work environment by demonstrating unconditional positive regard to all Equitas Health employees, interns, etc. with an understanding, awareness, and respect for diversity.

EDUCATION/LICENSURE:

• Bachelor’s degree in health information technology, public health, statistics, epidemiology or a related field desired.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with databases, reporting software, data extraction and data presentation tools required.
• Two years of experience working with data management or auditing desired.
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite required and EPIC preferred.
• Experience in the healthcare field preferred.
• Working knowledge of data security and privacy laws preferred (e.g. HIPAA).
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, such as evenings and weekends, to meet reporting deadlines.
• Must have sensitivity to, interest in and competence in cultural differences, HIV/AIDS, minority health, sexualpractices, chemical dependency and a demonstrated competence in working with persons of color, and gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgender community.

OTHER INFORMATION:

Background and reference checks will be conducted. In accordance with Equitas Health’s Drug-Free Workplace Policy, pre-employment drug testing will be administered. Hours may vary, including working some evenings and weekends based on workload. Individuals are not considered applicants until they have been asked to visit for an interview and at that time complete an application for employment. Completing the application does not guarantee employment. EOE/AA

ORGANIZATION INFORMATION:

Established in 1984, Equitas Health is a regional not-for-profit community-based healthcare system and federally qualified community health center look-alike. Its expanded mission has made it one of the nation’s largest HIV/AIDS, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer/questioning (LGBTQ+) healthcare organizations. With 17 offices in 11 cities, it serves more than 67,000 individuals in Ohio, Kentucky, and West Virginia each year through its diverse healthcare and social service delivery system focused around: primary and specialized medical care, retail pharmacy, dental, behavioral health, HIV/STI prevention, advocacy, and community health initiatives.