MidFull TimeEN
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
Review and audit laboratory data for accuracy, completeness, and clinical validity
Identify and resolve data inconsistencies and quality issues
Validate automated processes and ensure alignment with quality standards
Support development of data quality metrics and tracking tools
Clinical data annotation and curation
Annotate and categorize clinical data to support machine learning models
Apply medical terminology and clinical knowledge to ensure accuracy
Maintain consistency and meet established accuracy standards
Contribute to data dictionaries and documentation standards
Automation and process improvement
Monitor automated workflows and identify opportunities for improvement
Support testing and validation of new systems and tools
Recommend enhancements to improve efficiency and data quality
Collaboration and communication
Partner with data science, IT, and laboratory teams on cross-functional projects
Provide clinical context to support technical initiatives
Participate in team knowledge sharing and process development
Continuous development
Complete training in data quality, systems, and clinical informatics
Stay current with trends in healthcare data and technology
Take initiative in learning new tools and expanding skill sets
Perform other duties as assigned
What you bring:
Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking
Ability to work independently and take initiative
Comfort working in a changing and evolving environment
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Curiosity and interest in data, technology, and process improvement
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or higher preferred
Two or more years of experience in healthcare documentation, medical records, laboratory operations, or a related field
Experience with EHR, LIS, or similar systems
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general computer applications
Knowledge of medical terminology and healthcare workflows
Understanding of HIPAA and data confidentiality requirements
Preferred qualifications
Certification such as RHIT, RHIA, or CCA, or willingness to pursue
Exposure to data analysis tools, SQL, or reporting platforms
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:
Please see Careers for further information.
