Medicaid Healthcare Data and Statistical Analyst

State of Vermont; Waterbury (VT); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

12 paid holidays

Robust benefits package

Job summary

State of Vermont's DVHA seeks a Medicaid Healthcare Data and Statistical Analyst to join a team advancing value-based provider payment models and policy research. Hybrid work environment, competitive benefits, and a focus on health outcomes are core to the role.

The successful candidate will conduct research, statistical analyses, and program evaluation across Medicaid services, measuring health outcomes, costs, and policy impact within a collaborative state-wide framework.

Qualifications

• Master's or higher in public health or statistics with health care-related research.
• Two years of analytical/stats experience in health care or public administration.
• Advanced proficiency in data analytics using statistical packages and database management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and evaluate Medicaid value-based payment models and related programs.
• Analyze enrollment, utilization, expenditures, and program performance.
• Prepare reports and data visualizations to support decision-making for stakeholders.

Skills

Data analytics

Statistical analysis

Health data

Policy research

Medicaid data

Education

Master's in public health

Bachelor's in related field

Tools

SQL

R

SAS

Job description

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Title: Medicaid Healthcare Data and Statistical Analyst

Application Deadline Date: 09/15/2026

Location: Waterbury, VT, US

Position Type: Permanent

Schedule Type: Full Time

Minimum Salary: $33.53

Maximum Salary: $52.55

Overview

Be a leader in Medicaid payment and care delivery reform at the Department of Vermont Health Access (DVHA). DVHA's Payment Reform Unit is seeking a qualified data analyst to join a tight-knit team of creative and critical thinkers to further its work of advancing value-based provider payment models in support of DVHA's mission to improve Vermonters' health and well-being by providing access to high-quality, cost-effective health care.

Have the work/life balance you need with a Monday-Friday schedule and a supportive hybrid work environment, twelve paid state holidays, and a robust benefits package.

The successful candidate will provide research, statistical and program evaluation work at a professional level to support the design, development and implementation of value-based payment models for Medicaid covered services in partnership with multiple departments across the Agency of Human Services. The day-to-day work is dynamic and driven by the needs of the given payment reform program. While working in a range of Medicaid covered health care and human services, you will be involved in the full breadth of Medicaid programs. The work relies heavily on knowledge and skills in health services and policy research. You will use health data analytics to develop accurate, responsive, and appropriately detailed analyses. You will measure and monitor Medicaid enrollment, utilization, expenditures and program performance. It regularly requires the ability to assess eligibility, assess health data needs and data gaps, evaluate the quality of existing data, and integrate existing data to ensure its usefulness for decision-making. These data can be used to evaluate health status, analyze the effectiveness of policies and programs, and monitor the effectiveness of interventions in terms of health outcomes and cost of services.

Mission: The Department of Vermont Health Access (DVHA)'s mission is to improve Vermonters' health and well-being by providing access to high-quality, cost-effective health care. We have identified three priorities that support our mission: Advancing value-based payments, modernizing information technology infrastructure, and operational performance improvement. Our department commits to executing our responsibilities and priorities while adhering to three core values: Transparency, Integrity and Service.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: As part of our values of transparency, integrity, and service, we are committed to supporting diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility as part of our person-centered culture. We actively celebrate our colleagues' and future colleagues' different abilities, racial identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, age, and gender. Everyone is welcome and supported here.

Our State: Vermont is a "small but mighty" state. We are ranked as one of the top 10 states to raise a family in 2022. We are nationwide leaders for progressive social and educational policies. We are in Northern New England, 1.5 hours from Montreal and 3.5 hours from Boston. We have beautiful Lake Champlain, the Green Mountains, and year-round outdoor activities.

Telework: The Department of Vermont Health Access (DVHA) supports a hybrid work environment. Upon hire, employees work with their supervisor to create a schedule that aligns with the business needs of the unit.

Who May Apply

This position, Medicaid Healthcare Data and Statistical Analyst (Job Requisition #55671), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.

AHS BACKGROUND CHECKS: Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position. In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (RIF) rights.

Work is performed in a standard office setting, but travel may be required for which private means of transportation should be available. Evening and weekend work may be necessary.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree in public health, health care administration, public administration, statistics, business administration or related field with academic work in statistics and health care-related research AND two (2) years experience in statistical, business or public administration, or health care services where the duties included any combination of analytical work and statistics.

OR

Bachelor's degree in public health, health care administration, public administration, statistics, business administration or related field with academic work in statistics and health care-related research AND four (4) years experience in statistical, business or public administration, or health care services where the duties included any combination of analytical work and statistics.

OR

Six (6) years years experience in statistical, business or public administration, or health care services where the duties included any combination of analytical work and statistics.

Special Requirements

Advanced proficiency in data analytics using statistical packages and database management applications with complex data sets.

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 12 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.