Data Analyst III - Medical Economics

Relocation: Not available

Salary: Salary to be discussed with a Bryant Staffing Solutions Recruiter.

Bonus: 8% targeted bonus

Visa Support: Not available

Overview

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. If you're on the West Coast, you'll need to align your schedule to CST hours.

This position plays a key role in analyzing complex healthcare data to uncover insights that influence key decisions and strategies. The right candidate will be a problem-solver, detail-oriented, and able to translate data into actionable recommendations for improving healthcare outcomes and controlling costs.

Key Responsibilities

• 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.

Required Qualifications

• 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 Skills

• 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.

Work Environment & Benefits

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.

About the Location

As this is a remote position, you'll enjoy the freedom to work from the comfort of your own home while collaborating with talented professionals across time zones. For those considering relocation to CST or EST regions, these areas often offer a lower cost of living, rich cultural experiences, diverse outdoor recreation, and vibrant local communities.

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