Data Engineer

• Works with analytical departments to understand their priorities and develop data solutions to assist with their objectives.
• Provides expertise in all facets of logical modeling and presentation solutions including prototyping and proof of concept, using best practices within the business intelligence and data management environments.
• Maintains and develops documentation to identify and define processes or procedures.
• Manages data by following best practices.
• Supports and monitors business intelligence systems and processes.
• May assist with administering business intelligence server(s) and/or processes.
• Serves as a technical resource and support to multiple teams.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns. The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Physical and Environmental Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible.

Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue and as part of their employment, incumbents are not called upon to perform or assist in emergency care or first aid.

The incumbent has no occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases.

Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.

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Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website.

Please refer to the job description to determine whether the position you are interested in is remote or on-site. Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote work position: Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington D.C.

Required - Bachelor’s degree in computer science, management information systems (MIS), business, or related field.

Work Experience

Required - 5 years of professional experience in a data engineering or equivalent role.

3 years of experience using SQL in daily activities.

3 of experience working with various relational databases.

1 year of experience using a BI tool (Tableau, PowerBI, etc).

Preferred - 1 year of experience with dimensional modeling and ETL processes and tools.

1 year of experience with other programming language(s) (Python, Java etc).

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Ability to develop, deploy, and maintain batch scripts and processes.
• Ability to transform raw data into usable, accurate and scalable data sets.
• Ability to see improvement opportunities and act on them.
• Knowledge of business intelligence concepts and ability to collaborate with end users to define data requirements.
• Advanced SQL skills and ability to quickly learn other scripting languages depending on team’s needs.
• Knowledge of existing and emerging hardware and software technologies and an aptitude for learning new technical skills quickly.
• Ability to work independently and proactively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while delivering outstanding customer-focused solutions.
• Ability to think outside the box when designing new approaches and solutions.
• Knowledge of dimensional modeling, ETL processes, and tools.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Excellent problem-solving, organization, prioritization, and time management skills.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple demands in a rapidly changing, team-based environment.

We’ve made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

This job designs, builds, and maintains data sources and pipelines for consumption by various analytical and business units. Collects, manages, and converts raw data into usable data sets accessible by developers and analysts. Automates, documents, and improves existing manual processes.