Data Analyst III Healthcare Analytics, SQL

Centene Corp.; Missouri; Remote; USD 70,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K and stock purchase plans

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off and holidays

Flexible remote or hybrid schedules

Job summary

Centene Corp. is seeking a data analytics professional to transform complex datasets into actionable insights that drive cost of care reductions and improved outcomes. You will collaborate with stakeholders, develop robust reports, and automate processes using SQL, Python, R, and PowerBI.

The role offers nationwide remote work with a focus on delivering high-quality analysis in a fast-paced environment. A strong background in healthcare analytics and SQL is essential, with PowerBI as a preferred

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• Master’s degree preferred for advancement and leadership roles.
• 4+ years with large databases, data verification, and data management; 2+ years IT experience.
• Healthcare analytics experience is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of SQL; Python and R are preferred.
• Proficiency with PowerBI and modern BI tools is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and analyze data from multiple sources including claims, provider, member, and encounters data.
• Develop, maintain, and troubleshoot scripts/reports using SQL, Excel, or analytics tools.
• Plan and execute large-scale projects with limited leadership direction.
• Assist in designing, testing, and implementing process enhancements and automation opportunities.
• Identify root causes of data irregularities and present findings with solutions to leadership/stakeholders.
• Manage multiple tasks and data review processes within timelines in a dynamic environment.
• Demonstrate ownership and ask questions to understand business value.
• Apply quantitative analysis, data mining, and data presentation to reveal customer interactions with analytics products.
• Collaborate cross-functionally and communicate findings to non-technical partners.
• Engage with customers to gather requirements and validate results.
• Present data-driven insights and recommendations to internal and external stakeholders; incorporate feedback as needed.
• Provide technical guidance to junior analysts.

Skills

SQL

Python

R

PowerBI

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Excel

Job description

Position Purpose:

Analyze integrated and extensive datasets to extract value, which directly impacts and influences business decisions. Work collaboratively with key business stakeholders to identify areas of value, develop solutions, and deliver insights to reduce overall cost of care for members and improve their clinical outcomes.

Key Details:

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. Sponsorship and future sponsorship are not available for this opportunity, including employment-based visa types H-1B, L-1, O-1, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, or CPT.

Remote nationwide Is available for this opportunity.

Responsibilities:

• Interpret and analyze data from multiple sources including claims, provider, member, and encounters data. Identify and assess the business impact of trends.
• Develop, maintain, and troubleshoot complex scripts and reports developed using SQL, Microsoft Excel, or other analytics tools.
• Contribute to the planning and execution of large-scale projects with limited direction from leadership.
• Assist in the design, testing, and implementation of process enhancements and identify opportunities for automation.
• Identify and perform root-cause analysis of data irregularities and present findings and proposed solutions to leadership and/or customers.
• Manage multiple, variable tasks and data review processes with limited supervision within targeted timelines and thrive in a demanding, quickly changing environment.
• Demonstrate a sense of ownership over projects and ask probing questions to understand the business value of tasks.
• Apply expertise in quantitative analysis, data mining, and the presentation of data to see beyond the numbers and understand how customers interact with analytic products.
• Partner cross-functionally at all levels of the organization and effectively, both verbally and visually, communicate findings and insights to non-technical business partners.
• Independently engage with customers and business partners to gather requirements and validate results.
• Communicate and present data-driven insights and recommendations to both internal and external stakeholders, soliciting and incorporating feedback when required.
• Provide technical guidance to junior analysts.

Education/Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in business, economics, statistics, mathematics, actuarial science, public health, health informatics, healthcare administration, finance or related field or equivalent experience. Master's degree preferred. 4+ years of experience working with large databases, data verification, and data management or 2+ years of IT experience. Healthcare analytics experience preferred. Working knowledge of SQL/querying languages. Preferred knowledge of programmatic coding languages such as Python and R. Knowledge of statistical, analytical, or data mining techniques including basic data modeling, trend analysis, and root-cause analysis preferred. Preferred knowledge of modern business intelligence and visualization tools including Microsoft PowerBI.

Pay Range:

$70,100.00 - $126,200.00 per year

About Centene:

At Centene, we connect people to the care they need to live healthier lives — and the work you do here makes that impact real every day. You’ll take on meaningful challenges that directly support individuals, families, and communities, building your skills while making healthcare more accessible and effective. It’s work with a purpose you can see, backed by a team committed to improving lives well beyond the workday.

Benefits Package:

Centene offers a comprehensive benefits package including: competitive pay, health insurance, 401K and stock purchase plans, tuition reimbursement, paid time off plus holidays, and a flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedules. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law, including full-time or part-time status. Total compensation may also include additional forms of incentives. Benefits may be subject to program eligibility.

Equal Opportunity & Diversity Statement:

Centene is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, and values the ways in which we are different. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Additional Information:

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with the LA County Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act