Job Description: Health Data Analyst
Overview of Freedman HealthCare:
Established in 2005, FHC is a Newton, Massachusetts-based consulting firm that works with a range of clients to put health data to work to solve complex problems. We bring national expertise to our work with state policy makers, regional collaboratives, healthcare providers, commercial payers, among others, to achieve results and reach meaningful outcomes.
FHC offers a team of senior level consultants with deep knowledge of claims data, quality/performance measurement, and complex project management. We combine quantitative and qualitative research with a deep understanding of the economic, political, and clinical forces shaping healthcare. FHC assists diverse stakeholders in adopting policies and programmatic changes that can drive cost containment, better patient outcomes, and improved quality of care.
The team’s commitment to healthcare improvement echoes through FHC’s concentration on mobilizing health data to leverage change. The firm’s experience with clients based in 20 states across the country—each with varied political and market circumstances—different political climates, legislative requirements, and approaches to healthcare reform–has shown the importance of creative and flexible solutions. FHC’s approach emphasizes principles of development, such as the importance of a collaborative stakeholder process, rigorous data quality, and transparent reporting strategies. Clients benefit from FHC’s objectivity, customized methodologies, and creative problem solving.
As the firm continues to expand its scope of services, FHC is seeking a Health Data Analyst to join the team.
Job Responsibilities:
To provide evidence based insights into the complexities and intricacies of health care data and performance measurement. To coordinate and participate in client and internal meetings and deliverables.
Key responsibilities:
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Serve on a variety of project teams for engagements with clients from the public and private sectors (state policy makers, regional collaboratives, healthcare providers, commercial payers)
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With guidance from subject matter experts, develop and coordinate all phases of quantitative deliverables, including drafting the analysis plan, performing the analysis, interpreting results, and presenting recommendations;
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Manage, validate, and analyze large datasets that may contain sensitive health information;
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Maintain the integrity, security, and quality of the data throughout project duration;
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Display and interpret data in clear and concise tables, graphics and reports;
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Conduct research, gather information, and prepare written summaries, memos, or briefing documents;
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Prepare and revise drafts of presentations and reports; and
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Attend client meetings in person and via telephone to advise on data strategy and present results of analyses.
Qualifications:
· 3+ years of experience working with health data or related analytics
· Minimum of BA or BS in Mathematics, Economics, or related field
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Attention to detail, critical thinking, and communication skills
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Ability to efficiently manage multiple work streams, clients and analyses
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Experience cleaning and validating data
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Understanding of health care claims data and general health care landscape.
· Proficiency with Microsoft Access, Excel, Power Point and Word. Knowledge of SAS, SPSS, STATA or R preferred.
· Knowledge of Tableau and health care quality measurement a plus.
Freedman HealthCare is an equal opportunity employer. We collaborate and deliver results while enjoying what we do. We work in a business-casual, fast paced environment and provide our team an incredible opportunity for learning, personal development and career growth. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package including medical, dental, 401K, short term disability and life insurance, profit sharing, holidays and personal time off.
This is a full-time position based in our Newton, MA office. To apply for this position, please contact Joanne Halpern at hr@freedmanhealthcare.com. Interested candidates should reply with BOTH a thoughtful cover letter with salary requirements and a resume for review. Resumes without an accompanying cover letter will not be considered!