Data Innovation Analyst-Intermediate

Independent Health; United States; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Scorecard incentive

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Independent Health is seeking a Data Innovation Analyst-Intermediate to transform data into actionable insights and develop data-driven solutions. This hybrid role requires onsite attendance at our Williamsville location, with no visa sponsorship provided.

You will work with cross-functional teams to enhance quality of care, reduce costs, and optimize clinical operations while exploring AI/ML techniques. The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in data analysis, healthcare knowledge, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in a quantitative/research discipline.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• An additional four (4) years of experience will be considered in lieu of degree.
• Three (3) years of analytics experience required.
• Experience in a managed health care environment preferred.
• Knowledge of Independent Health EDW, Health Rules, Beacon, and Power data structures preferred.
• Proficient in SQL and Python required.
• Fundamental knowledge of data mining concepts, AI/ML frameworks, ML algorithms, neural networks, and NLP concepts preferred.
• Knowledge of healthcare concepts and CPT/HCPCS/DRG/ICD-10/ICD-9 code sets.
• Experience integrating data into reports with diverse data sources (ADT, SNOWMED, HL7, LOINC, JSON, etc.).
• Knowledge of descriptive statistics.
• Knowledge of reporting tools (Excel, MedInsight, BO, Qlik).
• Ability to translate customer requirements into reports and analyses that create business value.
• Ability to present outputs and statistical analyses clearly to business partners.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Strong problem-solving, interpersonal, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to innovate and enhance existing solutions.
• Demonstrated alignment with IH values: Passionate, Caring, Respectful, Trustworthy, Collaborative, Accountable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement data-driven solutions to address key business challenges.
• Create and maintain reports, dashboards, and analytical models that provide actionable insights to improve operational efficiency and decision-making.
• Identify opportunities to streamline data processes and automate tasks to increase efficiency.
• Develop data processes, reports, dashboards, charts, visualizations, or analyses to streamline business processes.
• Present outputs in a user-friendly manner and provide recommendations.
• Deliver work according to department SOP and collaborate as needed.
• Review and validate data and findings prior to QA and customer release.
• Adopt new technologies to improve processes and stay current with data trends.
• Understand and utilize primary and supplemental data sources within Independent Health.
• Collaborate with Informatics teams to establish data lineages and relationships.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Presentation

Collaboration

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in quantitative/research

Master’s degree preferred

3 years analytics experience

4 years experience in lieu of degree

Tools

SQL

Python

Excel

Milliman MedInsight

Qlik

Business Objects

Job description

Overview

The Data Innovation Analyst-Intermediate will be at the forefront of transforming data into actionable insights for Independent Health. The analyst will develop and maintain innovative data-driven solutions to enhance quality of care, address health disparities, reduce costs, optimize clinical operations, improve coding accuracy, and refine member segmentation. The Analyst will work closely with cross-functional teams. They will drive the adoption of new technologies and uncover innovative ways to leverage data for organizational success. The analyst will possess a strong foundation in data analysis, a keen interest in healthcare, and a desire to explore the potential of emerging technologies like AI and machine learning. This is a hybrid position with onsite attendance required at our Williamsville location. Immigration or work visa sponsorship will not be provided for this position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative/research discipline required.


• Master’s degree preferred.


• An additional four (4) years of experience will be considered in lieu of degree.


• Three (3) years of analytics experience required.


• Experience in a managed health care environment preferred.


• Knowledge of Independent Health EDW, Health Rules, Beacon, and Power data structures preferred.


• Proficient in SQL and Python required.


• Fundamental knowledge of the following areas is preferred: data mining concepts; AI and machine learning frameworks (such as TensorFlow, PyTorch or Keras); machine learning algorithms, neural networks, and deep learning techniques; LLM and NLP concepts.


• Knowledge of industry analytical concepts, courses or certification preferred.


• Knowledge of healthcare concepts and healthcare data, for example CPT, HCPCS, DRG, ICD-10/ICD-9 Code, etc.


• Experience integrating data into reports with at least one of the less-common data sources, unstructured or cloud-based data, which are inclusive of but not limited to ADT data, SNOWMED data, HL7 resources, LOINC coded base data, immunization data, JSON files, etc.


• Knowledge of descriptive statistical techniques.


• Knowledge of reporting tools, for example Excel, Milliman – MedInsight, Business Objects, Qlik, etc.


• Ability to translate customer requirements into reports/analyses and frame questions that create value for the business partners.


• Ability to present and communicate outputs and statistical analysis that meets the needs of and is easily understood by the business partners.


• Ability to work with minimal supervision.


• Excellent problem-solving, interpersonal, analytical, and critical thinking skills.


• Ability to innovate and enhance existing solutions.


• Proven examples of displaying the IH values: Passionate, Caring, Respectful, Trustworthy, Collaborative and Accountable.

Essential Accountabilities

Develop and implement data-driven solutions to address key business challenges. This will include creating and maintaining reports, dashboards, and analytical models that provide actionable insights to improve operational efficiency, enhance decision-making, and achieve strategic objectives. Identify opportunities to streamline data processes and automate tasks to increase efficiency and productivity. Work on multiple innovative and foundational solutions at the same time in response to day-to-day requests: Develop data processes, reports, dashboards, charts, visualization, or analyses to streamline business process. Present output in user friendly manner. Provide summary of results and work independently and with others to develop recommendations when applicable. Deliver work according to department SOP. Bring new ideas and enhancements to existing projects and reports. Review and validate data and findings prior to releasing report to Q/A analyst and customer to ensure accuracy. Identify and implement ways to improve/streamline existing processes using new technologies. Understand and utilize all primary and supplemental data sources within Independent Health. Work with other Informatics teams to establish data lineages and relationships as they pertain to assigned reports. Stay current with data technologies and industry trends by continuously learning about new data tools and techniques to enhance analytical capabilities to support department goals or corporate strategic goals.

Hiring Compensation Range

Hiring Compensation Range: $70,000 - $85,000 annually Compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to skills, education, location and experience. In addition to base compensation, associates may be eligible for a scorecard incentive, full range of benefits and generous paid time off. The base salary range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

Equal Opportunity Employer

As an Equal Opportunity / Aff

Current Associates must apply internally via the Job Hub.

The Independent Health Family of Companies, headquartered in Buffalo, NY, serves nearly 400,000 members and provides innovative health care products and benefits designed to engage consumers in their health and well-being. Established in 1980, our comprehensive portfolio includes Pharmacy Benefit Dimensions, Reliance Rx, Nova Healthcare Administrators, Care for You and the Independent Health Foundation.

Our culture sets us apart. Our core values drive who we are and the work we do. As a member of our family, you’re part of something special, in your work and in the community. We understand and appreciate that everyone has unique experiences, perspectives and identities which is why we pledge to create a safe space where all people and ideas are welcomed. We are here to continue learning and to generate important dialog. We are committed to doing what matters most - reaching out, working together, and caring for our community. A healthy community benefits everyone who lives in it. You too can be part of making difference in the lives of others, together we achieve so much more.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. An applicant for employment in need of an accommodation to participate in the application and recruitment process should contact Human Resources at: [e-mail] or Human Resources, 511 Farber Lakes Drive, Williamsville, NY 14221.

Please note, we do not accept unsolicited resumes. We do not accept resumes from headhunters, placement agencies, or other suppliers that have not signed a formal agreement with us.