Sr Healthcare Data Analyst

Senior Healthcare Data AnalystThe Senior Healthcare Data Analyst is an insightful, detail-oriented professional with excellent analytical skills who is able to apply that skill set to data analytics, data mining, and data management within a medically oriented, dynamic analytic team.ResponsibilitiesConduct advanced data mining as required by the program.Lead analyses and produce standard reports using healthcare claims data which support the development, implementation, and monitoring of MassHealth programs.Manipulate and build large datasets from claims and encounter data to support analyses through use of efficient SAS/SQL code.Utilize strong analytic consulting skills, and a customer service focus in order to design and deliver analytic projects to client specifications.Assist in the use of qualitative and quantitative analysis techniques.Utilize and create testing measures to analyze large amounts of data.Create algorithms to test and analyze multiple, large databases.Develop analyses and present information using various tools such as SAS, Business Objects, SQL, Cognos, Tableau and MS Office.Independently identify and report data patterns and abnormalities.Provide analysis of key metrics and data trends.Demonstrate exceptional analytic and problem-solving skills.Test, track and monitor data for quality, integrity and trends.Merge multiple databases and data sources to produce answers to complex business questions.Demonstrate attention to detail and deliver quality work products.Other responsibilities and projects as assigned.QualificationsBachelor's level degree or equivalent in healthcare, health business administration, public health, public policy, statistics, computer science, engineering or similar discipline; or equivalent.5-7 years related or equivalent experience with proficiency in Medical Claims Analysis, Financial Data Analysis, and/or Transaction-Based Data AnalysisAdvanced knowledge of data mining software tools such as SAS, SQL, BO, Cognos or similarAdvanced knowledge of data presentation software tools such as TableauAdvanced SAS or SQL programming skillsDemonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office ApplicationsAbility to merge multiple databases and data sources to produce answers to complex business questionsFamiliarity with coding systems (i.e., CPT, ICD9, ICD10) and hospital billing systems (DRGs).Demonstrates intellectual curiosity, takes initiative and focuses on continuous improvementAbility to learn quickly and multi-task in a fast paced, work environmentAbility to communicate verbally and in writing in English in a clear, professional mannerAbility to travel between locationsAdditional Information#LI-Hybrid