Sr Healthcare Data Analyst - Remote

Company: UnitedHealth Group
Location: Charlotte
Posted on: November 26, 2022

Job Description:

Combine two of the fastest-growing fields on the planet with a culture of performance, collaboration and opportunity and this is what you get. Leading edge technology in an industry that is improving the lives of millions. Here, innovation is not about another gadget; it is about making health care data available wherever and whenever people need it, safely and reliably. There is no room for error. If you are looking for a better place to use your passion and your desire to drive change, this is the place to be. It's an opportunity to do your life's best work.(sm)

The Sr Healthcare Data Analyst will be part of team with the strategic development of Business Intelligence Solutions. In this role you will be responsible for gathering requirements, analyzing, and reporting healthcare data that have an impact on customer experience, business operations, and strategic enhancement of complex specialized products.

You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

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• Analytic support and ad hoc reporting of clinical outcomes and operational data for healthcare programs
  
• Analyze data to understand source system data availability and fit for purpose
  
• Develops and documents complex business, analysis, and reporting requirements
  
• Evaluates and prioritizes data changes and enhancements
  
• Interprets data, facts and/or trends independently and makes business recommendations to management
  
• Perform qualitative analysis ensuring the accuracy of Product/Ops/Client reported information
  
• Maintain business glossary and/or master data to assist content owners and subject matter experts
  
• Works closely with development team to translate business need into technical requirements
  
• Analyzes benchmarking data, reports, processes, and measurements
  
• Coordinates a variety of projects/requests simultaneously and ensures timely completion in accordance with business initiatives
  
• Research complex functional issues using a variety of resources
  
  
  You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
  Required Qualifications:
  
  
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  • Bachelor's degree in business management, Finance, or related field or equivalent experience
    
  • 5+ years of experience in data analysis -
    
  • 3+ years of experience in reporting, analytics, and product mapping
    
  • Healthcare industry experience
    
  • Experience using data analysis tools such as SQL, SAS, Advanced MS Office suite (Access, Power Query) or equivalent
    
  • Solid data visualizations skills in tools such as Power BI or Tableau
    
    
    Preferred Qualifications:
    
    
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    • Project Management Experience
      
    • Microsoft Certified Data Analyst
      
    • Intermediate knowledge of SQL
      
    • Excellent communication, time/project management, problem solving, organizational, and analytical skills
      
      
      Already Fortune 5, we are totally focused on innovation and change. We work a little harder. We aim a little higher. We expect more from ourselves and each other. And at the end of the day, we're doing a lot of good
      
      Through our family of businesses and a lot of inspired individuals, we're building a high-performance health care system that works better for more people in more ways than ever. Now we're looking to reinforce our team with people who are decisive, brilliant - and built for speed.
      
      
      To protect the health and safety of our workforce, patients and communities we serve, UnitedHealth Group and its affiliate companies require all employees to disclose COVID-19 vaccination status prior to beginning employment. In addition, some roles and locations require full COVID-19 vaccination, including boosters, as an essential job function. UnitedHealth Group adheres to all federal, state and local COVID-19 vaccination regulations as well as all client COVID-19 vaccination requirements and will obtain the necessary information from candidates prior to employment to ensure compliance. Candidates must be able to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Failure to meet the vaccination requirement may result in rescission of an employment offer or termination of employment
      
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      Colorado, Connecticut, Nevada, or New York City Residents Only: The salary range for Colorado residents is $82,100 to $146,900. The salary range for Connecticut/Nevada/New York City residents is $90,500 to $161,600. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
      
      *All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy
      
      
      Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
      
      UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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