Actuarial Data Support Sr Consultant

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Travel Required:

Clearance Required:

What You Will Do:

We are seeking Managing and Senior Consultants with experience and knowledge of national healthcare reform and its impact on state Medicaid, as well as a strong understanding about various state and local programs and policies across the country. The successful candidate will:

• Perform data and qualitative research activities to support Medicaid Managed Care rate development and to address state research needs. Analysis will be both recurring work and ad hoc projects.
• Identify key findings from data research activities, and summarize data in dashboards or MS Excel
• Support uploading of MMIS encounter data to SQL databases
• Document and communicate findings and support development of recommendations and follow-up steps to respond to findings
• Assist clients in assessing business and technical requirements related to the implementation of program initiatives
• Research and stay abreast of all states’ healthcare transformation efforts
• Identify and collaborate with broad range of healthcare stakeholders
• Participate in analysis of client-identified issues or problems
• Manage projects and engagements of various sizes and durations
• Supervise and support the development of staff
• Effectively manage client interaction and managing client expectations
• Provide subject matter expertise, as requested and appropriate
• Help develop business with new clients, as requested
• Participate in non-client related firm-building activities

What You Will Need:

• A Bachelor’s degree in business administration (finance or accounting), economics, mathematics, computer science, data analytics or similar discipline - OR - A Master’s degree in health policy and administration, public policy, public health, social service administration OR equivalent
• 2-3 years of previous work experience in the health care industry
• Strong attention to detail and deliverable preparation
• Knowledge of state health agencies and healthcare reform, e.g., Medicaid, public health, health insurance, and health reform organizations (legislative, executive, governor’s office)
• Intermediate SQL coding ability
• Ability to travel to meet client needs (up to 10%) as required

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Superior written and oral communication skills
• Excellent quantitative analysis skills, with training in advanced data analytics, use of Power BI and other coding skills (e.g., SAS)
• A strategic problem solver
• Demonstrated ability to self-manage task execution and manage discreet task / project / initiative functions.
• Working knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access as well as the ability to conduct research through use of the internet and other information sources
• The ability to work overtime as necessary
• Assure high-quality client work product

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Basic Life & Supplemental Life

• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Student Loan PayDown

• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

• Skills Development & Certifications

• Employee Referral Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

• Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse
Guidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

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