Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Centene Corporation
Job overview
The Data Analyst III (Healthcare Analytics) role at Centene Corporation involves analyzing extensive healthcare data to influence business decisions and improve clinical outcomes for members.
Responsibilities and impact
The analyst will interpret data from multiple sources, develop and troubleshoot reports using SQL and other tools, contribute to large projects, identify automation opportunities, perform root-cause analysis, manage multiple tasks, communicate insights to stakeholders, and provide technical guidance to junior analysts.
Compensation and benefits
The salary range is $68,700 to $123,700 per year with a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401K, stock purchase plans, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, holidays, and flexible work schedules including remote and hybrid options.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, 4+ years with large databases or 2+ years IT experience, healthcare analytics preferred, proficiency in SQL, and preferred knowledge of Python, R, data mining, and business intelligence tools like PowerBI.
Work environment and culture
Centene values diversity and inclusion, offers flexible work arrangements, and fosters a supportive environment committed to equal opportunity employment.
Company information
Centene Corporation is a diversified national healthcare organization serving 28 million members, focused on transforming community health through innovative solutions.
Job location and travel
The role offers flexible work options including remote, hybrid, field, or office work schedules.
Unique job features
The position involves working with large-scale healthcare data projects that directly impact cost of care and clinical outcomes, with opportunities to engage cross-functionally and lead technical guidance.
Company overview
Centene Corporation is a multinational healthcare enterprise that provides services to government-sponsored and commercial healthcare programs, focusing on under-insured and uninsured individuals. They generate revenue through managed care contracts with Medicaid, Medicare, and other government-sponsored programs, as well as through their health insurance marketplace offerings. Founded in 1984, Centene has grown significantly through strategic acquisitions and expansions, becoming a Fortune 50 company. Key historical milestones include the acquisition of Health Net in 2016 and WellCare in 2020, which expanded their market presence and service capabilities.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to emphasize your experience analyzing complex healthcare datasets, particularly claims, provider, member, and encounter data, highlighting your ability to identify trends and business impacts.
Showcase your proficiency with SQL and other analytics tools like Microsoft Excel, PowerBI, Python, or R, and your experience developing and troubleshooting complex scripts and reports.
Highlight your project management skills and ability to work independently on large-scale projects, as well as your experience in process improvements and automation initiatives.
Demonstrate strong communication skills by emphasizing your experience presenting data-driven insights to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, and your ability to collaborate cross-functionally.
Apply to the position through multiple channels such as Centene’s official corporate careers site and LinkedIn to maximize your application’s visibility and reach.
Connect with current Centene employees in healthcare analytics or data roles on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on recent company healthcare initiatives or asking about their experience working on data projects that improve clinical outcomes.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'healthcare analytics,' 'SQL,' 'data mining,' 'root-cause analysis,' 'PowerBI,' and 'cross-functional collaboration' to ensure it passes automated screenings.
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