Data Scientist

Nest Health

About The Position

As the first value-based care provider built for families, Nest is on a mission to make comprehensive medical, behavioral, and social care radically accessible to America’s highest risk families. Founded in 2022 by Former Secretary of Health of Louisiana and practicing OB-GYN, Dr. Rebekah Gee, and Rebecca Kavoussi, Nest is the first-of-its-kind family-based, in-home, and virtual care model; this includes primary adult and pediatric care, mental health and nutrition support, vaccinations and labs, same-and-next-day acute visits, chronic condition and transitions of care management, social services and navigation, and more. Nest’s innovative model has resulted in partnerships, unlocking care for thousands of families across our markets. Nest’s early success has led to national traction across states and payers, laying the groundwork for future expansion to families across the United States. Working at a healthcare startup can be a unique experience with a fast-paced, ever-changing environment that can involve varied workloads, quick changes, and high expectations. Taking a position at a Healthcare startup allows for the opportunity to be high impact in disrupting the US healthcare system. You will have the chance to be creative, solution oriented, and have your voice heard! You will need to be flexible, accountable, and self-sufficient, and you might take on multiple roles. Here are some things you can expect: Role Breadth- Your role may be less defined than in other settings, with the need to wear multiple hats & juggle various responsibilities Learning opportunities- you will have the opportunity, at times, to function outside of your standard position and learn about new roles & areas Fast Paced- Startups often must move faster than traditional large companies. This means you may be asked to cope with or advise on quick changes regarding systems or processes Autonomy- You will need to be highly autonomous, as there is less structure and learning and development than at large orgs. This requires you to be able to learn asynchronously, as well as raise your hand when help is needed, or gaps are identified Collaboration- With so many opportunities to build processes and improve how we deliver care to our patients, we rely heavily on one-another to communicate changes effectively to ensure seamless support across functions. This often requires this individual to give and receive feedback frequently and communicate challenges or opportunities effectively. Nest Health is seeking a proactive and inquisitive Data Scientist to advance our analytic capabilities beyond descriptive reporting into predictive modeling and AI-driven insights. This role will be pivotal in leveraging healthcare and operational data to forecast trends, optimize resource allocation, and improve patient outcomes in a value-based care environment. You will collaborate with Product, Data Engineering, Analytics, Operations and Clinical teams to design, implement, and operationalize machine learning models that drive strategic decisions.

Requirements

3+ years in data science or advanced analytics, preferable in healthcare or value-based care
Proficiency in Python, SQL, and ML frameworks
Experience with cloud-based infrastructure
Familiarity with visualization and BI tools
Strong communication skills to translate complex concepts into actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders

Nice To Haves

Relevant backgrounds include )but are not limited to) Computer Science, Statistics, Public Health, Mathematics, Economics, or comparable self-taught experience/bootcamps
Solid understanding of healthcare data and Value Based Care models is a plus

Responsibilities

Build and deploy predictive models that drive core business decisions, such as patient risk stratification and chum prediction to operational efficiency and workforce optimization
Conduct statistical analyses and hypothesis testing to inform strategic initiatives
Build simulation models for workforce planning and cost optimization
Partner with Data Engineering to ensure robust data pipelines and feature stores
Work closely with Reporting & Analytics team to integrate predictive insights into dashboards
Document methodologies, assumptions, and validation processes for audit readiness
Identify and explore AI- driven automation opportunities across clinical and operational workflows, proactively surfacing new use cases where data can drive impact

Benefits

Family- centric health support with access to Lyric’s comprehensive services for urgent care, behavioral health, psychology, and psychiatry for you and your entire family, including virtual veterinary care for your pets
Company supported Parental Leave for both primary/non-primary care givers with options for a tiered return to work, and eligibility to receive additional hours PTO for Prenatal Care and Backup Childcare
Receive reimbursement for work- related vehicle expenses, including commuting and travel costs, for staff who drive as part of their job responsibilities
Opportunity to receive up to $3,000/year Tuition Reimbursement to support your educational and professional development by covering a portion of costs relating to fees, course materials, or other related expenses
Employer sponsored short-term and long-term disability benefits to provide financial support in the event of illness or injury that prevents you from working
Enrollment in 401 (k) Retirement Plan through Human Interest to help save for your future with flexible contribution options

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