Health Data Analyst I or II

Blue Cross of Idaho•Meridian, ID

14h•$66,353 - $117,095•Hybrid

About The Position

Our Health Data Analysts perform research and analysis of complex data regarding business decision-making, network utilization and/or cost containment information. Evaluates, writes, and presents utilization and cost containment reports and makes recommendations based on relevant findings. This HDA role supports the Product team while interacting with various BCI departments, and offers flexible hybrid work location (WFH + in-office onsite days) at our Meridian Idaho campus. #LI-Hybrid Required education, knowledge and experience includes: a Bachelor’s Degree in Technical Subject area or related field of study; or equivalent work experience (Two years’ relevant work experience is equivalent to one-year college), with preference for 2-4/+ years data analysis experience that spans: Knowledge of SQL and Tableau Ability to build ad hoc reports Health Insurance/Healthcare knowledge Knowledge of compliance, requirements, procedures Ability to be a self-starter, while balancing multiple tasks and meeting benchmarks Collaboration and communication skills Your day may look like: Access data warehouse and data marts to produce and/or develop relevant data and reports to support revenue and payment systems. Identify and resolve complex issues focused on data discrepancies, and transmission errors. Perform various types of analysis and research i.e. Diagnosis, utilization, financial, compliance, product performance, group cost containment, corporate cost containment, risk, etc. Collaborate with business functional subject matter experts to validate findings and provide insights and recommendations specific to the scope of the analysis. Act as a liaison between IT, operations, and external vendors/clients to provide support and ensure data integrity Support new client implementations Analyze business systems data to fulfill information requests by reviewing production processes, data models, and data-entry procedures where standard reports are need, but not available. Identify variation and outliers in healthcare costs and/or services and participates in identifying and implementing solutions in collaboration with internal partners. Participate in the development, maintenance and ongoing staff education of data and reporting standards for the organization. As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay range is $66,353 to $92,894 as Analyst I; $78,064 to $117,095 as Analyst II. The position is eligible for an annual incentive bonus (variable depending on company and employee performance). The pay range for this position takes into account a wide range of factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, relevant experience, skills, seniority, performance, travel requirements, internal equity, business or organizational needs, and alignment with market data. At Blue Cross of Idaho, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top range for the position. Compensation decisions are dependent on factors and circumstances at the time of offer. We offer a robust package of benefits including paid time off, paid holidays, community service and self-care days, medical/dental/vision/pharmacy insurance, 401(k) matching and non-contributory plan, life insurance, short and long term disability, education reimbursement, employee assistance plan (EAP), adoption assistance program and paid family leave program. We will adhere to all relevant state and local laws concerning employee leave benefits, in line with our plans and policies. Reasonable accommodations To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Technical Subject area or related field of study; or equivalent work experience (Two years’ relevant work experience is equivalent to one-year college)
2-4/+ years data analysis experience
Knowledge of SQL and Tableau
Ability to build ad hoc reports
Health Insurance/Healthcare knowledge
Knowledge of compliance, requirements, procedures
Ability to be a self-starter, while balancing multiple tasks and meeting benchmarks
Collaboration and communication skills

Responsibilities

Access data warehouse and data marts to produce and/or develop relevant data and reports to support revenue and payment systems.
Identify and resolve complex issues focused on data discrepancies, and transmission errors.
Perform various types of analysis and research i.e. Diagnosis, utilization, financial, compliance, product performance, group cost containment, corporate cost containment, risk, etc.
Collaborate with business functional subject matter experts to validate findings and provide insights and recommendations specific to the scope of the analysis.
Act as a liaison between IT, operations, and external vendors/clients to provide support and ensure data integrity
Support new client implementations
Analyze business systems data to fulfill information requests by reviewing production processes, data models, and data-entry procedures where standard reports are need, but not available.
Identify variation and outliers in healthcare costs and/or services and participates in identifying and implementing solutions in collaboration with internal partners.
Participate in the development, maintenance and ongoing staff education of data and reporting standards for the organization.