Senior Data Analyst, Medical Economics

Job Description:

We are seeking a curious, experienced Senior Analyst to design and build analytic solutions that will inform business decisions, drive operations, measure our performance and demonstrate our value as a company. This analytics professional services as a business partner to our Clinical Operations stakeholders, ensuring analytic insights are delivered as committed in a way that adds value.

Healthcare data is complex and vast, so you must be excited about sinking your teeth into complex problems, untangling them and communicating your findings to the team. Behind every data element is a real person, with real problems that Cityblock is working hard to address, and the Medical Economics team is responsible for delivering accurate and timely information to steer these efforts. 
 

Responsibilities:

• Advanced Data Analysis:

  • Lead the collection, cleaning, and analysis of complex healthcare data to identify advanced trends, patterns, and opportunities related to medical economics.

  • Conduct sophisticated statistical analysis to extract meaningful insights from large datasets.
     

• Strategic Financial Analysis:

  • Conduct in-depth financial analysis to assess the performance and trends related to medical services, costs, and reimbursement.

  • Provide strategic insights into cost-effectiveness, utilization, and financial impact of healthcare programs.
     

• Operational Excellence:

  • Analyze operational data at an advanced level to identify opportunities for efficiency improvements and cost savings in healthcare delivery.

  • Collaborate with operational teams to optimize processes based on advanced data-driven insights.
     

• Advanced Reporting and Visualization:

  • Create advanced reports and dashboards that go beyond basic metrics, providing nuanced insights into medical economics.

  • Mentor and guide junior analysts in developing impactful visualizations.
     

• Forecasting and Modeling:

  • Develop and implement advanced forecasting models to predict future healthcare costs and utilization patterns.

  • Contribute to complex financial modeling projects to support strategic planning and decision-making.
     

• Cross-Functional Collaboration:

  • Collaborate with finance, actuarial, and other cross-functional teams at an advanced level to integrate medical economics data into broader financial planning processes.

  • Provide expert analytical support for decision-making across departments.
     

• Data Quality Assurance and Governance:

  • Oversee data quality assurance processes at an advanced level to ensure the accuracy and integrity of healthcare data.

  • Implement and enforce data governance practices within the team.
     

• Regulatory Compliance and Advanced Insights:

  • Stay at the forefront of healthcare regulations and compliance requirements related to medical economics.

  • Provide advanced insights on how regulatory changes may impact financial and operational aspects.
     

• Leadership and Mentoring:

  • Provide leadership within the team, guiding and mentoring junior analysts.

  • Lead by example in terms of best practices in data analysis and reporting.

  • Establish credibility and trusted working partnerships with clinical, operational and research leaders to identify levers for broad system change, pull them, and measure and communicate the results. 
     

• Continuous Improvement and Innovation:

  • Identify and implement opportunities for process improvement and innovation in advanced data analysis practices.

  • Stay abreast of the latest advancements in healthcare analytics methodologies.

Requirements:

• Education:

  • Bachelor's Degree in relevant field: computer science, data science, mathematics, economics, public health, health sciences or related field; or equivalent experience

• Experience:

  • Prior experience within the healthcare industry

  • 5+ years experience in advanced analytics, delivering actionable insights from data, database and big data analytics environments with a focus on medical economics

  • 3+ years experience with business intelligence (data visualization and dashboarding) such as Tableau, Looker and multiple scripting languages (SQL, Scala, R, Python, etc)

  • Proficiency with SQL for multiple databases (BigQuery, standard MSSQL, PL/SQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL, Teradata)

  • Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment

  • Strong problem solving skills and growth mindset are essential

We take into account an individual’s qualifications, skillset, and experience in determining final salary. This role is eligible for health insurance, life insurance, retirement benefits, participation in the company’s equity program, paid time off, including vacation and sick leave. The actual offer will be at the company’s sole discretion and determined by relevant business considerations, including the final candidate’s qualifications, years of experience, skillset, and geographic location. The expected salary range for this position is: 

$127,000 - $140,000

Cityblock values diversity as a core tenet of the work we do and the populations we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer, indiscriminate of race, religion, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.

Covid 19 Update - Please Read:

Cityblock requires those hired into this position to provide proof that they have received the COVID-19 vaccine.  Any individuals subject to this requirement may submit for consideration a request to be exempted from the requirement (based on a valid religious or medical reason) on forms to be provided by Cityblock.  Such requests will be subject to review and approval by the Company, and exemptions will be granted only if the Company can provide a reasonable accommodation in relation to the requested exemption.  Note that approvals for reasonable accommodations are reviewed and approved on a case-by-case basis and availability of a reasonable accommodation is not guaranteed. This vaccination requirement is based, in part, on recently established government requirements.  The requirement is also based on the safety and effectiveness of the vaccine in protecting against COVID-19, and our shared responsibility for the health and safety of members, colleagues, and community.

The COVID-19 pandemic has severely impacted the health and lives of people around the world, including the vulnerable populations Cityblock serves. As a healthcare provider, Cityblock holds ourselves to the highest standards when promoting the health and safety of those who we serve. Given that the COVID-19 vaccines are one of the most powerful tools to fight this disease and save lives, Cityblock is implementing a COVID-19 booster mandate for Washington, D.C. employees under the guidance of local/state mandates.

Medical Clearance (for Member-Facing Roles):

You must complete Cityblock’s medical clearance requirements, which include, but may not be limited to, evidence of immunity to MMR, Hepatitis B, Varicella, and a TB screen, or have an approved medical or religious accommodation that precludes you from being vaccinated against these diseases.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from outside recruiters/placement agencies. Cityblock will not pay fees associated with resumes presented through unsolicited means.