Head of Data Analytics & Provider Performance

Blue Shield of CA; Springfield Meadows (CA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Shield of CA is seeking a Manager, Data Analysis to lead the Provider Performance Analysis team. You will supervise analysts delivering analytic and consultative services to Provider Network Management, Provider Partnerships, Sales and Marketing, and other teams, while mentoring staff, managing projects, and ensuring timely, high-quality work.

The role emphasizes leadership, relationship-building across functions, and applying analytical and problem-solving skills to improve network

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or HS diploma with 4 years of additional relevant experience; Master's preferred.
• 7 years in business/data analysis, operations, or related field.
• Healthcare background preferred; provider networks/health plan ops experience preferred.
• 2 years people management experience including coaching and project leadership.
• Strong communication, organizational, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Familiarity with coding systems (ICD-10, CPT, DRG, LOINC, RxHUB) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a team of Analysts delivering analytic and consultative services to Provider Network Management, Provider Partnerships, Sales and Marketing, and others.
• Lead and mentor the team, manage projects, and ensure timely, high-quality work.
• Serve as a resource to stakeholders, building relationships and influencing cross-functional decisions.
• Drive recurring and operational analytic support and contribute to performance improvement and strategy.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Leadership

Project management

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

SAS Base/Adv Certification

Clinical coding systems (ICD10, CPT, DRG, LOINC, RxHUB)

Job description

Blue Shield of CA is seeking a Manager, Data Analysis to lead the Provider Performance Analysis team. You will supervise analysts delivering analytic and consultative services to Provider Network Management, Provider Partnerships, Sales and Marketing, and other teams, while mentoring staff, managing projects, and ensuring timely, high-quality work.

The role emphasizes leadership, relationship-building across functions, and applying analytical and problem-solving skills to improve network