Data Analyst (Hybrid)

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield is seeking a Data Analyst to collect, analyze, and interpret complex data sets to support business decisions and operational improvements. The role collaborates with health services and IT stakeholders to identify reporting needs, develop analytical solutions, and provide actionable insights.

The ideal candidate will work in a hybrid model in the Baltimore/Washington area, splitting time between home and CareFirst locations as needed for deliverables.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a data-related field or equivalent experience (4 extra years).
• 3 years of data analysis or relevant work experience.
• Preferred: Big Data/NoSQL platforms, healthcare industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Engages in data exploration using programming languages, reading and writing code across multiple database structures.
• Gathers business and technical requirements to deliver data-driven solutions.
• Produces technical documentation aligned with professional standards.

Skills

Data analysis

SQL

Python

Data storytelling

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Data Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, Statistics, Business or related field

Tools

SQL

Python

Big Data/NoSQL Platforms

Job description

PURPOSE:

The Data Analyst is responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting complex data sets to help drive business decisions and operational improvements. This role partners with health services and IT stakeholders to identify reporting needs, develop analytical solutions, and provide actionable insights. The main purpose of a data analyst is to find meaning in data so that the derived knowledge can be used to make informed decisions and assist the organization in making better business decisions.

Resp & Qualifications

The Data Analyst is responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting complex data sets to help drive business decisions and operational improvements. This role partners with health services and IT stakeholders to identify reporting needs, develop analytical solutions, and provide actionable insights. The main purpose of a data analyst is to find meaning in data so that the derived knowledge can be used to make informed decisions and assist the organization in making better business decisions.

We are looking for an experienced professional in the greater Baltimore/Washington metropolitan area who is willing and able to work in a hybrid model. The incumbent will be expected to work a portion of their week from home and a portion of their week at a CareFirst location based on business needs and work activities/deliverables that week.

Essential Functions

• Engages in data exploration using various programming languages (reading and writing code), requiring knowledge of multiple database structures.
• Supports stakeholder in gathering business and technical requirements to deliver data driven solutions.
• Produces technical documentation that is consistent with professional standards.
• Research and analyze data flow across data ecosystem including operational and analytical data platforms.
• Serve as a knowledgeable resource supporting data questions and issues from stakeholders.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data to glean insights, and suggest business appropriate recommendations.
• Participate in the design, development, validation and delivery of data to provide insight into business decisions.

Qualifications

Education Level: Bachelor's Degree in Data Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, Statistics, Business or related field OR in lieu of a Bachelor's degree, an additional 4 years of relevant work experience is required in addition to the required work experience.

Experience: 3 years of data analysis or relevant work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands on experience with Big Data/NoSQL Platforms with experience delivering production projects at scale.
• Experience in health care industry.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities (KSAs)

• Quantitative, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of analytical tools, languages, applications, platforms.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Ability to learn quickly and take direction.
• Must be able to meet established deadlines and handle multiple customer service demands from internal and external customers, within set expectations for service excellence. Must be able to effectively communicate and provide positive customer service to every internal and external customer, including customers who may be demanding or otherwise challenging.

Salary Range

$75,744 - $150,436

Salary Range Disclaimer

The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the work is being performed. This compensation range is specific and considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, internal peer equity, and market and business consideration. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at the top of the range, as compensation decisions depend on each case's facts and circumstances, including but not limited to experience, internal equity, and location. In addition to your compensation, CareFirst offers a comprehensive benefits package, various incentive programs/plans, and 401k contribution programs/plans (all benefits/incentives are subject to eligibility requirements).

Department

Quality

Equal Employment Opportunity

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Federal Disc/Physical Demand

Note: The incumbent is required to immediately disclose any debarment, exclusion, or other event that makes him/her ineligible to perform work directly or indirectly on Federal health care programs.

Physical Demands

The associate is primarily seated while performing the duties of the position. Occasional walking or standing is required. The hands are regularly used to write, type, key and handle or feel small controls and objects. The associate must frequently talk and hear. Weights up to 25 pounds are occasionally lifted.

Sponsorship in US

Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without Sponsorship