Job Description

What the role is:You will support the Patient Safety & Quality Improvement Division (PSQID) by performing data analytics and management for the National Value-Driven Care (VDC) Programme. This involves tracking and monitoring clinical quality/cost outcomes and patient-reported outcome measures tied to selected medical/surgical conditions, across various care settings. To support MOH's drive towards improvement in clinical/patient-reported outcomes and value of healthcare services delivered by our healthcare institutions. Responsibilities include supporting the benchmarking of both clinical/patient-centric and cost performance across various healthcare clusters and institutions, analysing data to understand drivers for the performance. You will be working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment that would require the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders at the same time.What you will be working on:

• Performing data analytics, including deep dives to establish data insights Compiling multiple datasets including clinical, mediclaims etc. datasets using statistical software such as Stata, SPSS, Jupyter Extracting and referencing to clinical codes and diagnosis-related groups for case selection and analysis Developing and maintaining charts/tables through data visualisation software such as Tableau, PowerBI Establishing and refining Technical Manual outlining detailed methodology in data extraction and computation approach in measuring outcomes tied to each medical/surgical condition, in consultation with clinical experts Working with key stakeholders in implementing data automation projects

What we are looking for:Key Competencies Require Thinking Clearly & Making Sound Judgements - Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities to support the crafting of sound policy recommendations; ability to grasp timelines, operating context and ground realities. Learning & Putting Skills into Action - Possesses the drive and curiosity to learn and apply new skills, knowledge and new ways of working. Improving & Innovating - Ability to seek continual improvements, and to innovate and experiment while managing the risks involved. Working Effectively with Stakeholders - Ability to mobilise and rally partners and stakeholders towards a collective purpose. Key Skills/Knowledge Require Relevant qualifications in data science, data analytics and/or statistics At least 1 year of experience in health information management/ data analysis in a healthcare environment will be an advantage. Knowledge in research and statistics, as well as Financing, Economics, Healthcare Quality and Benchmarking will be an advantage. Knowledge of using statistical/ data visualisation applications such as SPSS, MS Access, Tableau, PowerBI, R, Python, and SQL will be an advantage. Clinical knowledge will be an advantage. Competent in Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint As part of the shortlisting process for this role, candidates may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment.About Ministry of Health:The Ministry of Health's (MOH) vision is to champion a healthy nation with our people - to live well, live long and with peace of mind. As an open country constantly exposed to an interconnected world, Singapore faces complex issues in public healthcare. MOH constantly grapples with new challenges brought on by an increasingly globalised world, a rapidly ageing population and rising expectations. MOH's responses to these challenges include preventing and managing the outbreak of diseases such as SARS and Influenza A (H1N1), designing a healthcare system that delivers care in an integrated and effective manner, growing the capacity and capabilities within the sector, and managing healthcare inflation. As an MOH officer, you will be involved in formulating and implementing policies that guide Singapore's healthcare ecosystem. You will work alongside a team with varied skills and backgrounds, but with the common goals of (i) promoting good health and reducing illnesses; (ii) ensuring that Singaporeans have access to good and affordable healthcare; and (iii) pursuing medical excellence. Your work will have far-reaching impact on the health and lives of Singaporeans.

Ministry of Health