Configurations & Data Validation Specialist
National Veterinary Associates
Job Description
Job Title: Configurations & Data Validation Specialist
About: National Veterinary Associates is one of the largest and most respected communities of veterinary hospitals in the world, operating nearly 1,000 hospitals in North America, including in all 50 states, and caring for 8,000,000+ animals annually. NVA is backed by JAB Holding, a leading private equity firm. Each person who joins NVA is motivated by our mission to provide excellent, accessible care to improve the lives of animals and the people who love them. NVA has been extremely successful over its 25+ year history and we’re very excited about our next chapter as we work toward our shared vision of revolutionizing the pet care experience to provide more fulfilling lives for pets, their companions, and our team.
Position Overview: National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is seeking a Configurations & Data Validation Specialist to support its mission of providing excellent, accessible care to improve the lives of animals and the people who love them. This role involves collaborating closely with deployment managers to ensure accurate and efficient setup of configurations and data validation for sites ahead of their go-live. This role involves configuring system parameters, testing data integrity, and validating that all configurations meet project requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
• Work with deployment managers to establish and configure system parameters based on specific site requirements.
• Perform rigorous data validation processes to ensure data integrity and consistency prior to go-live.
• Document and troubleshoot configuration issues or data errors, collaborating with relevant teams to address them promptly.
• Work closely with deployment managers to understand site-specific requirements and timelines.
• Identify areas for improvement in the configuration and validation process, contributing to enhanced efficiency and accuracy.
Key Competencies:
1. Attention to Detail
o Demonstrates a high level of accuracy and thoroughness when working with large datasets.
o Ensures that data migrated from legacy systems to new platforms is complete, accurate, and adheres to set standards.
o Reviews configurations meticulously to align with user requirements, minimizing errors and rework.
2. Data Migration & Validation
o Develops and implements streamlined processes for bulk data validation, ensuring efficient and effective data transfer between systems.
o Creates systems for checks and balances to identify discrepancies and address errors promptly.
o Skilled in leveraging automated tools and manual techniques to validate large volumes of data during migration.
3. Problem Solving & Error Resolution
o Proactively identifies data inconsistencies and configuration issues and takes initiative to resolve them.
o Develops solutions for complex data validation challenges, ensuring accurate system configurations.
o Establishes protocols for error tracking, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
4. Process Improvement & Standardization
o Innovates and refines processes for validating data and system configurations to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
o Helps establish best practices for data checks, balances, and error management to streamline future migrations.
o Collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure a standardized approach to system setup and configuration.
5. Analytical Thinking & Questioning
o Asks insightful, thoughtful questions to understand hospital team needs, ensuring that configurations align with operational workflows.
o Utilizes critical thinking to anticipate potential issues and recommend optimal configuration settings.
o Applies analytical skills to interpret data trends and uncover patterns that may indicate errors.
6. Collaboration & Communication
o Works closely with Deployment Specialists and hospital teams to set up codes, configurations, and data structures that meet their needs.
o Effectively communicates data validation results, discrepancies, and recommendations for corrective actions to stakeholders.
o Builds strong working relationships across teams to ensure alignment on project timelines and objectives.
7. Time Management & Prioritization
o Manages multiple data validation tasks and projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion.
o Prioritizes workload effectively to meet deadlines for data checks, corrections, and system configurations.
o Ensures that validation checks are conducted and returned in a timely manner, allowing adequate time for any necessary corrections.
8. Technical Proficiency
o Proficient in using data migration tools, Excel, SQL, and other relevant software for data analysis and validation.
o Familiar with system configuration and setup processes, including coding, mapping, and testing.
o Continuously updates knowledge on system updates, new tools, and best practices in data migration.
9. Adaptability & Continuous Learning
o Adapts quickly to changes in project scope, timelines, and priorities.
o Demonstrates a willingness to learn new systems, tools, and methodologies to improve data validation processes.
o Continuously seeks opportunities to enhance skills and improve workflows.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Information Systems, or a related field
• Experience in veterinary or healthcare systems implementation or hospital operations preferred
• Proven experience in data migration or configuration review, ensuring data completeness and adherence to guidelines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and software (Xcel, Python, PowerBI)
Why You’ll Love Working Here:
The people. You will be surrounded by talented, supportive, smart, and kind leaders/teams - people you will be proud to work with and who also have fun.
The business. We work for the love of animals and the people who love them. We enjoy driving a successful business while living our values and our “why”.
The opportunity. Your days and projects will offer variety with the opportunity to gain operational, cross-functional, and executive leadership exposure as a trusted internal business partner. You would have the opportunity to help build and shape a fast-growing, global company within a high-growth, exciting industry.
Compensation:
The total compensation range for the position is between $80,000 - $90,000 with opportunity for benefits.
National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.
At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.
NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.