Clinical Data Quality Specialist

Who we are: At Arkana Laboratories, everyone has an important role to fill. Come join us and be a part of a team dedicated to making life better for those who need it most.

This place is packed with super-smart people who do their best work together. We work hard every day to advance our understanding of disease and provide world-class care to our patients in hopes of leaving our corner of the world a little better than we found it. While we are committed to improving the lives of thousands of patients, we never lose sight of the realization that they are the reason we get to create change in our field.

Built on generosity, teamwork, and the freedom to try new things, we take great pride in our work. Great ideas come from everywhere in this company and we celebrate each success and failure for the opportunity it gives us to keep reaching. For more than twenty years after our founder, Dr. Patrick Walker, wrote his goals on the back of a napkin, our people, culture, and values have remained strong.

About the position: As the Clinical Data Quality Specialist, you will ensure the integrity and clinical validity of laboratory data while supporting AI/ML initiatives through expert annotation and data curation. This role represents a fundamental transformation from traditional documentation functions to modern data operations, requiring individuals who embrace change, demonstrate initiative, and are committed to continuous learning. This position bridges clinical knowledge and data science, transforming healthcare data into high-quality assets that power analytics, research, and artificial intelligence applications. Success requires adaptability, technical curiosity, and the ability to work independently in an evolving environment.

What you'll do:

Data quality and validation

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Review and audit laboratory data for accuracy, completeness, and clinical validity

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Identify and resolve data inconsistencies and quality issues

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Validate automated processes and ensure alignment with quality standards

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Support development of data quality metrics and tracking tools

Clinical data annotation and curation

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Annotate and categorize clinical data to support machine learning models

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Apply medical terminology and clinical knowledge to ensure accuracy

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Maintain consistency and meet established accuracy standards

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Contribute to data dictionaries and documentation standards

Automation and process improvement

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Monitor automated workflows and identify opportunities for improvement

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Support testing and validation of new systems and tools

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Recommend enhancements to improve efficiency and data quality

Collaboration and communication

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Partner with data science, IT, and laboratory teams on cross-functional projects

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Provide clinical context to support technical initiatives

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Participate in team knowledge sharing and process development

Continuous development

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Complete training in data quality, systems, and clinical informatics

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Stay current with trends in healthcare data and technology

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Take initiative in learning new tools and expanding skill sets

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Perform other duties as assigned

What you bring:

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Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking

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Ability to work independently and take initiative

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Comfort working in a changing and evolving environment

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Strong communication and collaboration skills

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Curiosity and interest in data, technology, and process improvement

Qualifications

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High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or higher preferred

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Two or more years of experience in healthcare documentation, medical records, laboratory operations, or a related field

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Experience with EHR, LIS, or similar systems

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Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general computer applications

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Knowledge of medical terminology and healthcare workflows

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Understanding of HIPAA and data confidentiality requirements

Preferred qualifications

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Certification such as RHIT, RHIA, or CCA, or willingness to pursue

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Exposure to data analysis tools, SQL, or reporting platforms

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Experience with quality audits or data validation processes

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

What we offer: We know that health is more than doctor visits and life is more than work. We work hard at Arkana but in turn provide competitive salaries and generous benefit offerings.

Specifically, we offer the following benefits to full-time employees:

• Competitive salary

• Generous paid time off and Paid Holidays

• Minimal cost health insurance for you and affordable options for your family

• 401(k) with immediate eligibility and match

• Company-paid life insurance

• Company-paid long term disability coverage

• Affordable vision and dental plans

• Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account availability

• Wellness plan and complimentary yoga classes

• Monthly in-office massages and employer-sponsored lunches

Please see Careers for further information.