Senior Data Analyst

Company: Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. (AJG)
Location: San Diego
Posted on: November 1, 2024

Job Description:

IntroductionIndulge your passion for problem-solving and embrace the thrill of addressing risk head-on at Gallagher's global brokerage team. Join a family of diverse minds, united by a relentless pursuit of excellence. As part of our team, you'll be the architect of protection, safeguarding businesses and empowering their ambitions. Together, we'll build a legacy of trust and triumph in the dynamic world of risk management.We believe that every candidate brings something special to the table, including you! So, even if you feel that you're close but not an exact match, we encourage you to apply.OverviewThe primary focus will be data analysis, data management, and reporting. The Senior Data Analyst shall perform analytical reporting and ensure delegates and subcontracted vendors meet VEBA's expectations in timely and complete claims/encounter data submissions, an essential task in the monitoring of clinical and financial performance of the VEBA direct pilot project.How you'll make an impact

• Claims analysis - Responsible for analyzing, interpreting, and presenting data related to medical claims and encounters to support decision-making and operational efficiency. Evaluate and interpret medical claims data to identify patterns, anomalies, and areas for improvement. Identify trends, generate reports, and develop strategies to enhance claims and encounter management and processing.
• Data Analysis & Reporting - Analyze large datasets related to medical claims, billing codes, patient demographics, and claim status. Develop and maintain reports and dashboards that provide insights into claims/encounter patterns, processing times / lag, and reimbursement trends. Identify and address discrepancies in data, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Quality Assurance - Develop and perform quality control practices to maintain data integrity and accuracy. Ensure that data handling and analysis comply with relevant regulations and standards, including HIPAA and other data protection laws.
• Project Management - Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget and meeting the specification of the request. Prioritize project tasks, manage timelines, maintain project plans and communicate status to team members and senior management.
• Verbal and Written Communication and Reporting - Communicate clearly, professionally, and effectively with fellow staff. Participate in team building efforts to promote positive interpersonal relationships with team members.
• Document Management - Maintain internal and external documentation/communications, data dashboards and illustrations to maintain project continuity, ensuring compliance and providing resources for future projects.
• Presentation - Conduct oral presentations for varied audience levels (lay persons, program staff, medical staff) in a clear, concise and engaging manner. Responding to audience questions and feedback. Adapt presentations to meet the needs of specific audiences or situations.
• Professional writing - Prepare briefings, slide presentations, website content, education materials and instructional materials as requested. Organize complex statistical and narrative reports, data analytics, charts and exhibits into a complete document suitable to present to stakeholders.
• Collaboration - Participate in (and occasionally lead) inter-unit and intra-departmental meetings and external vendors to collaborate on initiatives, studies, evaluations, project.
• Meeting management - Participation and preparation of agendas, minutes and project summaries and tracking project timelines.
• Other duties, as assigned.About You
  • Bachelor of Arts or Science in related field, i.e., computer/data science, mathematics, etc.) or equivalent combination of education and/or work experience may be substituted.
  • Minimum of 3 years of data analysis, data management and quality control, report creation, and or other relevant and applicable work experience.
  • Knowledge of health care delivery systems and health care claims and encounter data.
  • Proven experience as a Health Care Data Analyst, preferably with a focus on medical claims and encounter data.
  • Strong understanding of medical billing codes (e.g., ICD, CPT, HCPCS) and claims processing workflows in both ambulatory and hospital settings.
  • Proficiency in management of managed care data and quality reporting.
  • Familiarity with management of ancillary data sets such as pharmacy.
  • Experience with data analysis tools and software (e.g., SQL, Excel, Tableau, Power BI).
  • Minimum 2 years' experience in project management or programs requiring integration of cross-functional technologies and/or business solutions.
  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft products, including Word, Excel, Teams, PowerPoint, Outlook and aptitude for learning new software and systems Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Advanced attention to detail and management of workflow.
  • Strong data analysis skills with expertise in manipulating and analyzing large data sets.
  • Apply critical thinking to daily tasks.
  • Flexible team player willing to do what it takes to get the job done; adaptable and enjoys a challenge.
  • Experience demonstrating the ability to handle multiple tasks frequently with short timelines, to prioritize and organize work, and to complete assignments in a timely, accurate manner.Preferred Attributes:
    • Statistical knowledge
    • SAS or similar statistical programming language experience.
    • Knowledge of healthcare regulations and compliance standards.
    • Familiarity with Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems and their data structures.
    • Experience with data integration and ETL processes.#LI-TG2Compensation and benefitsOn top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits.Below are the minimum core benefits you'll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve:
      • Medical/dental/vision plans, which start from day one!
      • Life and accident insurance
      • 401(K) and Roth options
      • Tax-advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA)
      • Educational expense reimbursement
      • Paid parental leaveOther benefits include:
        • Digital mental health services (Talkspace)
        • Flexible work hours (availability varies by office and job function)
        • Training programs
        • Gallagher Thrive program - elevating your health through challenges, workshops and digital fitness programs for your overall wellbeing
        • Charitable matching gift program
        • And more...We value inclusion and diversity to review our U.S. Eligibility RequirementsInclusion and diversity (I&D) is a core part of our business, and it's embedded into the fabric of our organization. For more than 95 years, Gallagher has led with a commitment to sustainability and to support the communities where we live and work.Gallagher embraces our employees' diverse identities, experiences and talents, allowing us to better serve our clients and communities. We see inclusion as a conscious commitment and diversity as a vital strength. By embracing diversity in all its forms, we live out The Gallagher Way to its fullest.Gallagher believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any form of discrimination by its managers, employees, vendors or customers based on race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy status), sexual orientation, gender identity (which includes transgender and other gender non-conforming individuals), gender expression, hair expression, marital status, parental status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected (herein referred to as "protected characteristics") by applicable federal, state, or local laws.Equal employment opportunity will be extended in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, layoff, and termination. In addition, Gallagher will make reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified person with a disability, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.
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