Research Analyst, Healthcare Finance – Policies

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Conduct research and analyze Medicaid funding programs and provider financial information from various sources, such as cost reports and state budget data.

• Develop profiles of hospitals, physicians, and state environments to identify areas with potential Medicaid financing opportunities.

• Generate customized reports for Sales personnel and leadership to aid in prospect identification and pursuit.

• Collaborate with team members across functions to ensure reports are technically accurate and delivered punctually.

• Establish and uphold standards for research deliverables, including research protocols and templates.

• Assist the Sales team within the firm's National Medicaid Financing practice.

• Conduct research for senior leadership with minimal supervision.

• Investigate healthcare organizations and state Medicaid landscapes to pinpoint potential clients for improved Medicaid funding initiatives.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in health policy, healthcare finance, health administration, or a related field is required.

• 3–4 years of professional experience in Medicaid, healthcare, and/or human services, or 1–2 years combined with relevant advanced education.

• An outstanding candidate with pertinent advanced education but no professional experience may be considered.

• Proficient in mathematics and Excel.

• Experience in independently developing research deliverables for senior leadership.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).

• Advanced skills in Excel for importing, organizing, and analyzing large datasets.

• Familiarity with financial modeling or the ability to quickly learn it.

• Self-motivated individual capable of managing ambiguous tasks and objectives while exercising sound judgment to resolve issues.

• Strong quantitative and qualitative research capabilities, along with excellent analytical and organizational skills.

• Ability to locate, assess, and synthesize public information regarding Medicaid and other healthcare programs.

• Clear written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to provide concise summaries of technical materials and internal deliverables.

• Capability to manage complex projects independently.

• Project management skills, encompassing time management, task delegation, and project management tools.

• Ability to effectively communicate across functions to bridge knowledge gaps and ensure accuracy and timeliness of work.

• Proficient in working both independently and collaboratively within teams.

• Applicants must possess authorization to work in the United States.

• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

🏝️ Benefits

• Annual Corporate Incentive Plan (CIP) that can reach up to 7% of annual salary.

• Group medical, dental, and vision healthcare coverage.

• Short-term disability, long-term disability, and basic life insurance plans.

• 401(k) retirement plan.

• Flexible Time Off policy.

• 10 paid holidays observed throughout the year.

• Paid time off for qualifying medical leave.

• Up to 12 weeks of combined paid parental and bonding leave.