Data Analyst III - Medical Economics - Remote

Data Analyst III - Medical Economics
A leading healthcare organization is seeking an experienced Data Analyst III to join its growing Medical Economics team. This is a remote opportunity, ideal for candidates located in CST or EST time zones. West Coast candidates must align their schedule to CST hours. This role analyzes complex healthcare data to uncover insights that influence decisions and strategies, translating data into actionable recommendations to improve healthcare outcomes and control costs.

• Analyze diverse datasets (claims, provider, member, and encounter data) to identify trends and drive business insights.
• Develop and troubleshoot SQL-based scripts, reports, and Excel models to support financial and operational decision-making.
• Design and implement process improvements, with a focus on automation and efficiency.
• Conduct root-cause analysis on data irregularities and present findings to leadership.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with stakeholders to understand business needs and deliver analytical solutions.
• Lead large-scale analytics projects with minimal supervision.
• Present data-driven recommendations to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Provide technical mentorship to junior analysts.

• Bachelor's degree in business, economics, statistics, mathematics, public health, finance, or a related field (Master's preferred).
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in data analytics, data management, or related fields (or 2+ years in IT roles).
• Strong proficiency in SQL with the ability to write complex queries and manage large datasets.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (PivotTables, Power Query, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, nesting formulas).
• Experience with Power BI, DAX, and Power Pivot.
• Prior exposure to healthcare analytics and medical economics concepts.
• Understanding of healthcare payment methodologies (e.g., DRG, APC, EAPG).
• Preferred: Programming skills in Python or R; knowledge of managed care, Medicare, Medicaid, Marketplace analytics; experience evaluating Medical Loss Ratio (MLR), Quality and Affordability Initiatives (QAI), and healthcare KPIs; background in actuarial analysis or consulting within healthcare is a plus.

This role offers the flexibility of remote work with a structured schedule. The organization provides comprehensive benefits, including healthcare, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and more. It's a chance to work on meaningful projects that directly impact patient care and operational performance.

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