Standard Occupational Classification (SOC): Data Scientists

Data scientists in healthcare use their skills in data analysis and statistics to inform healthcare decision-making and improve patient outcomes. They work in hospitals, clinics, pharmaceutical companies, research institutions, and other healthcare organizations.

Their duties may include collecting and analyzing data from electronic health records, clinical trials, and other sources, using statistical techniques to identify patterns and trends. They use machine learning techniques and predictive modeling to identify high-risk patients, forecast future healthcare needs and costs, and evaluate treatment outcomes. They may also develop and implement databases, data collection systems, data analytics and other strategies that optimize statistical efficiency and quality.

Data scientists in healthcare may also be responsible for communicating their findings to other healthcare professionals and decision-makers, and for developing and implementing data-driven solutions to improve patient care. They may also work with other healthcare professionals to develop and implement clinical decision support systems, and other technologies that use data to improve patient care. They may also be responsible for ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and data privacy laws.