Josh Mc Pherron
About Josh Mc Pherron
Josh McPherron serves as the Technical Director at Health Catalyst, where he has worked since 2020. He has a diverse background in database administration and quality assurance, with previous roles at ARUP Laboratories, Sorenson Communications, and MaritzCX.
Work at Health Catalyst
Josh McPherron has served as Technical Director at Health Catalyst since 2020. In this role, he directs the deployment of the Data Operation System (DOS) platform, ensuring best practices are followed. He is responsible for the health and adoption of the DOS platform at client sites and interfaces with various roles within Health Catalyst to support optimal deployment. McPherron communicates deployment status to client senior leadership and provides training on platform tools and technologies. His position requires managing client expectations and timelines around DOS platform deliverables.
Previous Experience
Prior to his current role, Josh McPherron held several positions that contributed to his expertise in database management and technical operations. He worked at ARUP Laboratories as an IT Database Administrator I from 2010 to 2012 and as a Software QA Analyst II from 2006 to 2010. He also served as a Senior Database Administrator at Sorenson Communications from 2016 to 2020. Additionally, he was a Database Admin/Big Data Systems Admin at MaritzCX from 2012 to 2016 and worked as a PC Technician at Packard Bell in 1996. His early career included a role as Quality Assurance Test Lead/Software Trainer at Priority Dispatch from 2003 to 2006.
Technical Expertise
Josh McPherron possesses technical expertise in several critical areas, including security, networking, storage, and SQL Server/Azure components and performance. His extensive operational experience includes running a Data Warehouse, which supports his current responsibilities at Health Catalyst. He plays a vital role in supporting Engagement Leads in technical strategic planning related to DOS and Catalyst platform deployments. His background in database administration and quality assurance further enhances his capabilities in managing complex technical environments.
Client Engagement and Training
In his role at Health Catalyst, Josh McPherron is accountable for ensuring that clients successfully utilize the Data Operation System (DOS) platform. He may present to client executive leadership as part of supporting Engagement Leads and is responsible for communicating deployment status to client senior leadership. McPherron also provides training on platform tools and technologies, ensuring that clients are equipped to maximize the benefits of the DOS platform. His focus on client engagement is essential for fostering successful partnerships and achieving project objectives.