Brent Heaton
About Brent Heaton
Brent Heaton serves as the Technical Director at Health Catalyst, where he has worked since 2018. With over twenty years of experience in healthcare data and analytics, he specializes in ETL development, data modeling, and Oracle Database development.
Work at Health Catalyst
Brent Heaton has served as the Technical Director at Health Catalyst since 2018. In this role, he focuses on enhancing data analytics and governance within the healthcare sector. His responsibilities include overseeing technical projects and ensuring the effective implementation of data solutions that support healthcare providers. Heaton's tenure at Health Catalyst spans six years, during which he has contributed to various initiatives aimed at improving healthcare outcomes through data-driven strategies.
Previous Experience at Intermountain Healthcare
Before joining Health Catalyst, Brent Heaton worked at Intermountain Healthcare in multiple roles. He served as the Data Governance Manager from 2015 to 2018, where he was responsible for establishing data governance frameworks. Prior to that, he was a Consultant Data Architect from 2005 to 2015, focusing on data architecture and analytics solutions. His experience at Intermountain Healthcare contributed significantly to his expertise in healthcare data management.
Educational Background in Mechanical Engineering
Brent Heaton earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Utah. His studies spanned from 1985 to 1993, providing him with a solid foundation in engineering principles. This educational background has informed his analytical skills and technical capabilities in his subsequent roles within the healthcare data sector.
Career at Magellan Health Services
Brent Heaton began his career in healthcare data and analytics at Magellan Health Services, where he worked as a Senior Programmer/Analyst from 1996 to 2005. In this position, he developed software solutions and contributed to data analysis efforts. His early experience in programming and analysis laid the groundwork for his later roles in data governance and architecture.
Specialization in Healthcare Data and Analytics
Brent Heaton specializes in ETL development, data modeling, and Oracle Database development, with a focus on the healthcare sector. He has over twenty years of experience in healthcare data and analytics, emphasizing data governance, data warehousing, and report development. His extensive background enables him to effectively manage and utilize healthcare data to support informed decision-making.