Analyst/Research Specialist II

Cherokee Federal

4h•Remote

About The Position

The Analyst/Research Specialist II is responsible for conducting thorough and comprehensive system-wide currency, business case and return on investment analysis for healthcare operations within the MHS, Veterans Administration or private sector. They gather, analyze, and interpret data from various sources, utilizing statistical techniques and data visualization tools. The role involves performing market research, tracking industry trends, and providing insights to assist in strategic planning and business development. The Analyst/Research Specialist II prepares reports and presentations summarizing findings, and collaborates with cross-functional teams to provide actionable recommendations based on the data analysis. They possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex information effectively.

Requirements

Active Secret clearance or willingness and ability to obtain a Secret clearance
Bachelor/Undergraduate Degree in a related field.
10 years of related experience.
Experience with basic statistical modeling and analysis, SQL Server, Crystal Reports, SAS, Python, R, Tableau/QLIK or other visualization tools, Azure, and similar platforms provided by the Government or other vendors, at the direction of the government.
Demonstrated knowledge of the CHCS/AHLTA and/or M2 file and table structures or Military Data Repository (MDR).
Demonstrated knowledge of medical coding practices and processes - International Classification of Diseases (ICD)-9/10 and Current Procedural Terminology (CPT)/Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS).
Demonstrated knowledge of healthcare business processes. Prepare briefing papers on various financial, administrative, and business process matters. Prepare technical writing and information papers. Provide technical, administrative, editorial and graphics support for the purpose of preparing special reports, studies and analyses. Familiar with current and/or available business intelligence software/applications and data visualization tools.
Ability to gain access to some of the following MHS information systems the Military Health System Management and Reporting Tool (M2), Medical Data Repository (MDR), HealtheAnalytics, and others as required.
Knowledge of Armed Forces Health Longitudinal Technology Application (AHLTA), MHS GENESIS, Essentris, Pharmacy Data Transaction Service (PDTS),Theater Medical Data Store (TMDS), MEPRS/DMHRSi, Expense Assignment System Version IV (EAS IV), Air Force Corporate Health Information Processing Service (AFCHIPS), MDR, Health Services Data Warehouse (HSDW), Medical Readiness Decision Support System (MRDSS) and other applicable systems as developed.
Ability to research, analyze, and craft data to create compelling, insightful, and effective informed recommendations, presentations, and reports.
Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Nice To Haves

SQL, R, and/or Python proficiency preferred.
Tableau visualization experience preferred.
Degree in data science, mathematics/statistics or related field preferred.
Minimum of five (5) years of experience with integration of performance planning goals to meet the objectives of the MHS, VA and/or AFMS is desired.
Minimum of five (5) years of experience to include significant knowledge of MHS Medical Expense Personnel Reporting System (MEPRS) Defense Medical Human Resources System Internet (DMHRSi), Manpower, Program Objective Memorandum (POM) processes, Finance, and Referral Management/Access to Care preferred.

Responsibilities

Synthesize disparate facts from multiple sources and coalesce into an accurate and useful analytic product.
Conduct thorough and comprehensive system-wide currency, business case and return on investment analysis for healthcare operations within the Military Health System (MHS), Veterans Administration (VA) or private sector.
Execute data analytics processes to include data extraction, transformation, and loading; data visualization applications and techniques; and quantitative data analysis.
Communicate in writing complex concepts and their effects/impacts on the target environment, such that a lay audience is capable of understanding.
Identify and implement solutions to improve clinical and business data quality.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.