Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY: Collaborates with various departments to identify data needs and create solutions.
Essential Functions:
Performs and manages all the steps required for analyses including; requirements gathering, methodology development, data pulling/processing, analysis and presentation
Performs advanced analytics appropriate to the dental line of business including modeling, forecasting, predictive analytics that deliver recommendations for growth, cost reduction and optimization of operational performance
Suggests ways to improve data management and use of technology (i.e. increase accuracy, automate tasks) throughout the company, particularly as they relate to reports, existing spreadsheets, programs, systems and data warehouses
Reviews existing reports, programs, and processes and when appropriate, with the guidance of senior staff, make improvements
Analyzes, summarizes, and reconciles data for a variety of projects
Carrys out market intelligence studies and summarize results in a clear and concise way including suggestion for action plans
Participates in data analytics studies such as fee analysis and provider compensation/bonus
Runs adhoc reports and analysis
Creates dashboards used for daily reporting to Senior Management
Supports the building of new analytical capabilities that enable analytics to support the strategic goals of the company
Performs other duties as assigned
Requirements:
Associate’s degree in business or technical field required, Bachelor’s degree preferred
Working knowledge of insurance principles strongly desired
Skills in information systems, spreadsheets, databases and Excel macros
Ability to review large sets of data and break down into meaningful information
Knowledge of relational database concepts
Knowledge of business process analysis concepts (i.e. Six Sigma)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to learn quickly
Ability to work well within a team setting
Functions at a high level with minimal supervision
Ability to engage in conversation on internal issues, prioritize issues, efficiently troubleshoot problems and recommend solutions in a timely and customer focused manner
Must be organized and adaptable in a rapidly changing environment
Work Environment / Physical Demands:
40-hour workweek (M-F), hybrid (2-day remote/3-day on-site where appropriate) as assigned and additional hours as required