EpidemiologistThe Rural Health Data & Coalition Performance Analyst will support the Tennessee Department of Health (TDH) and Healthcare Coalitions (HCCs) under the Rural Health Transformation Fund (THRIVE) initiative by standardizing, collecting, validating, and reporting performance data across coalitions and rural health partners.This position ensures alignment with CMS Rural Health Transformation objectives, ASPR Healthcare Preparedness Capabilities, Public Health Emergency preparedness (PHEP) capabilities, and state-defined THRIVE metrics, supporting data-driven decision-making and federal reporting requirements.Core ResponsibilitiesData Collection & Standardization Develop and implement standardized data collection tools and templates across all HCCsCoordinate with Regional Healthcare Coordinators (RHCs) and coalition partners to ensure consistent data submissionAlign data collection with: THRIVE Tier 1 & Tier 2 metrics, CMS performance objectives, ASPR capabilities, PHEP capabilitiesCoalition & System Performance Monitoring Track and validate metrics related to: Coalition participation and operational effectiveness, HRTS utilization and real-time resource tracking, Healthcare system coordination and mutual aid agreementsMonitor progress toward statewide targets (e.g., participation rates, system adoption)Health System & Access Metrics Tracking Collect and analyze data on: Access to care (primary, behavioral, specialty), Telehealth and eConsult utilization, Referral systems (TN Community Compass), Transportation and service access barriersWorkforce & Training Data Coordination Track workforce development metrics including: Provider placements, Training events and participation, Credentialing and staffing agreementsCoordinate with coalitions and partners to ensure accurate reportingPreparedness & Operational Readiness Metrics Support data collection for: Facility readiness assessments, Medical Operations Coordination Centers (MOCCs), Stockpile/Cache management systems, National Special Pathogen System (NSPS) of care, Deployable health and medical response teams, Healthcare Coalition sustainment, Coalition-led exercises and response capabilitiesEnsure alignment with ASPR grant requirementsEnsure alignment with PHEP grant requirementsData Validation, Analysis & Reporting Validate data for accuracy, completeness, and consistencyAnalyze trends and identify gaps in performanceDevelop: Monthly and quarterly reports, Dashboards (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Tableau), Briefings for TDH leadership and stakeholdersStakeholder Coordination Serve as a liaison between: TDH Central Office, Regional and Metro Public Health, Regional Healthcare Coalitions, Healthcare providers and partnersProvide technical assistance and guidance on data reporting expectationsDeliverablesStandardized statewide data collection frameworkMonthly/quarterly coalition performance reportsAnnual THRIVE metrics reporting support (CMS-aligned)Data dashboards and visualizationsData quality and validation reportsRequired Skills & ExperienceExperience in public health, healthcare systems, or emergency preparednessStrong data management and analysis skills (Excel required; Power BI/Tableau preferred)Experience with systems such as REDCap, HRTS, or similar platforms (preferred)Understanding of: Healthcare coalitions / HPP structure, Rural health systems, Performance measurement frameworks Preferred Experience Experience with CMS reporting or federal grant metricsFamiliarity with ASPR Healthcare Preparedness CapabilitiesExperience working with multi-agency or regional partnersWork EnvironmentHybrid/remote with regular coordination with statewide partners