Senior HEDIS Analyst/ Technical Lead - Denver Health Medical Plan ( Must Live in Colorado. On-Site Requirement )

Denver Health and Hospital Authority•Denver, CO

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position serves as the technical owner of Healthcare Effectiveness Data and Information Set (HEDIS) outputs from the HEDIS Engine, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and audit readiness of all measure results and working with the HEDIS Clinical Lead to interpret new measure specifications. The HEDIS Technical Lead is responsible for end-to-end execution of HEDIS measurement, validation, and submission, with a primary focus on HEDIS Engine (Cotiviti) production, rate validation, and NCQA IDSS submission for Denver Health Medical Plan (DHMP). The ideal candidate has hands-on experience running HEDIS cycles in Cotiviti (or similar vendor platforms), validating measure outputs, and managing IDSS submissions, and can partner effectively with data warehouse and clinical team. This role ensures that all HEDIS data is accurate, complete, traceable, and audit-ready.

Requirements

Must Live in Colorado
Bachelor’s degree in data analytics, information systems, computer science, or related field required
4-6 years experience in health care data analytics, with at least 3 years focused specifically on HEDIS-specific technical experience in a health plan or similar environment required
1-3 years Experience supporting data validation, QA/UAT, and/or audits Required
1-3 years ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and collaborate effectively across departments required
1-3 years strong SQL and data analysis skills required
Strong knowledge of NCQA HEDIS specifications, CMS Star Ratings, and regulatory reporting to State and Federal programs.
Direct experience with HEDIS software tools (e.g., Inovalon QSI-XL, Cotiviti, OnPoint, or other vendors).
In-depth knowledge of HEDIS lifecycle, including NCQA IDSS submission formats and requirements.
Familiarity with data from clinical systems (e.g., EMR/EHR), claims, encounters, and supplemental data sources.
Experience supporting HEDIS audits and PSV processes.
Excellent problem-solving, communication, multi-disciplinary collaboration and project management skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
Accuracy and attention to detail in data analysis and reporting.
Proven ability to meet deadlines and manage deliverables.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with Medicaid, Exchange, Medicare Advantage, or Dual Eligible populations, preferred
Knowledge of risk adjustment, care gaps, or other quality-related initiatives such as CAHPS or Health Outcomes Survey (HOS), preferred
Advanced proficiency with SQL (Oracle, SQL Server, or similar), with experience writing complex queries and optimizing data pipelines, preferred
Experience using reporting and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, SAS, R, Python), preferred

Responsibilities

Serves as Technical Lead on HEDIS Production and Submission Lifecycle
Partners with Clinical Lead for strategy development of HEDIS Program
Manages test, early production, and production run sequencing
Oversees ingestion of claims, encounters, enrollment, provider, and SDS data
Ensures data integrity, traceability, and documentation of data flows within the HEDIS Engine
Works directly with HEDIS Engine staff to ensure issues are resolved timely (40%)
Partner with Clinical Lead and internal IT Teams for technical implementation of new and existing SDS
Partners with business/clinical stakeholders to translate requirements into technical design
Supports mapping, validation, PSV preparation, and remediation
Troubleshoots SDS-related issues during runs and audit (20%)
Owns technical QA/UAT for: Measure output validation and variance analysis, CAHPS sample generation and technical files
Confirms technical outputs align with HEDIS specifications and business expectations (10%)
Owns technical aspects of submissions, including: Cotiviti output files, Attest uploads, NCQA IDSS technical files (XML/CSV), State submissions, as applicable
Ensures submissions are complete, timely, and compliant (20%)
Provides technical evidence and analysis for audit requests
Performs root cause analysis for discrepancies or findings
Maintains technical documentation to support audit defense and continuity (10%)

Benefits

Generous paid time off, fully paid parental leave, exceptional retirement contributions, comprehensive health coverage, and nationally recognized well-being programs.
Tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development
Meaningful financial advantages through loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions.
Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays
100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks
Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%
Generous medical, dental, vision plans in addition to employer paid disability and life insurance.
Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center located on Denver Health main campus and nationally recognized RESTORE Center
Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
Tuition reimbursement & assistance
Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC) that support internal career growth and advancement pathways
Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer