Healthcare Data Analyst – Medicaid Finance, Policy

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Alaska, +10 more states.

📋 Description

• Deliver analytical support for healthcare-related provider payment transformation projects.

• Examine healthcare data, including claims datasets, service-related trend data, provider cost data, and publicly accessible data like Bureau of Labor Statistics information.

• Create, develop, and implement data models.

• Assess, analyze, and summarize the output of data models.

• Assist in Medicaid policy research and analysis.

• Prepare technical documentation, client reports, and PowerPoint presentations.

• Review the work of others to ensure adherence to quality control processes.

• Cultivate strong technical expertise while keeping options open for future project management, client engagements, mentoring, or team leadership.

• Support projects that involve designing reimbursement methodologies, setting rates, and strategizing program funding for provider services.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher.

• At least 5 years of experience in analyzing large datasets.

• Proficiency in database management and statistical programming tools, including SAS, SQL, or Python.

• Capability to write or learn SAS code without reliance on point-and-click user interfaces.

• Experience with SQL, Python, and/or Databricks is highly preferred.

• Strong interest and aptitude for detail-oriented analytical tasks.

• Ability to articulate technical information and concepts both verbally and in writing.

• Proficient in conducting and summarizing research.

• Advanced Excel capabilities for data analysis, encompassing formulas, SumIfs, Index/Match combinations, nested IF statements, and macro/VBA development.

• Background in a healthcare-related field, particularly in analyzing Medicaid claims.

• Consulting experience with state Medicaid or other health and human services agencies, or healthcare-related entities is advantageous.

• Excellent problem-solving skills, including the ability to troubleshoot code, identify root causes, and independently resolve issues.

• Legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future immigration support or sponsorship from Milliman.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for employees, their dependents, and domestic partners.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

• 401(k) plan featuring company matching and profit-sharing contributions.

• Discretionary Bonus Program.

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for dependent care, transportation, and eligible medical expenses.

• Paid Time Off (PTO): 15 days annually for full-time employees, prorated for those working less than full-time.

• A minimum of 10 observed holidays each year.

• Family Building Benefits, including assistance with adoption and fertility.

• Up to 11 weeks of paid parental leave for eligible employees.

• Life Insurance & AD&D with 100% of premiums covered by Milliman.

• Fully covered short-term and long-term disability.

• Opportunities for skills training and career development.

• Learning and mentoring opportunities.

• Participation in Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).

• Opportunities to contribute back through professional organizations.