Health Data Strategy Analyst – Network Performance (Hybrid)

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

Job summary

Blue Shield of CA is seeking a Principal Data Analyst-Health to lead complex analyses of provider networks, performance metrics, and contracting impact. You will deliver actionable insights, build analytical models, and present findings to senior leaders.

In a hybrid environment with in-office work two days per week, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams in Los Angeles, mentor junior analysts, influence strategy, and drive data-driven decisions across health care programs.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree or High School Diploma/GED and 4 years of additional relevant experience in lieu of a degree; Master's preferred.
• Requires 10 years of experience in Health Care (managed care, academic, or government payer).
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel with modeling and formulas.
• Experience with Microsoft Access, Tableau, and SAS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultative services and support for strategic and tactical initiatives and projects.
• Perform complex analysis to deliver insights and recommendations; act as a thought partner across business units.
• Influence leaders and stakeholders and collaborate with diverse teams to drive action.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Presentation

Leadership

Influence without authority

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree or HS + 4 years experience

Master's degree preferred (MPH, MBA, MS, MA)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Tableau

SAS

Job description

Blue Shield of CA is seeking a Principal Data Analyst-Health to lead complex analyses of provider networks, performance metrics, and contracting impact. You will deliver actionable insights, build analytical models, and present findings to senior leaders.

In a hybrid environment with in-office work two days per week, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams in Los Angeles, mentor junior analysts, influence strategy, and drive data-driven decisions across health care programs.