Data Analyst

The Data Analyst will be responsible for performing business and data analysis tasks on a daily basis. This role will include analyzing business processes, planning, managing project deliverables, and coordinating between technical teams and business users. The Data Analyst will support the analysis of two different data structures to facilitate data conversion and new data model development for a large-scale data warehouse. The candidate must be proficient in complex SQL to provide direction for solutions, ensure data quality, and support the design, development, and implementation (DDI) of the project.

Primary Responsibilities

• Analyze Medicaid enrollment, provider, and claims data, along with current business processes and systems, to identify requirements for new processes and systems.
• Identify and document data anomalies and collaborate with cross-functional teams for effective resolution.
• Work with internal teams and customers to develop and update business documentation.
• Facilitate meetings with user groups and document meeting minutes, action items, and decisions.
• Support the DDI Project Manager by maintaining the Microsoft Project Plan/Schedule for the DDI project.
• Develop professional presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint.
• Assist with data quality testing and follow up with business, ETL, and QA teams.
• Share use cases with data analysts for profiling, review results, and ensure compliance with Medicaid/CMS processes and guidelines.
• Manage multiple priorities effectively and ensure timely responses to inquiries from data analysts.
• Maintain a positive attitude and demonstrate a willingness to assist where needed.
  
  

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in healthcare business analysis, supporting business initiatives through data analysis, writing business requirements, and user acceptance testing.
• 5+ years of experience in developing and writing complex SQL queries.
• 4+ years of experience working with State Medicaid and CHIP agencies.
• 5+ years of experience understanding CMS reporting requirements for Medicaid.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Business Intelligence, Analytics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of Fee-for-Service (FFS) and Managed Care claim adjudication processes, including eligibility, enrollment, claims processing, and funding/finance.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with PERM, T-MSIS, CMS Federal Reporting, or similar projects.
• Experience with Teradata and SQL Assistant.
• Experience with Azure Data Factory, Power BI, and Snowflake.
• Knowledge of Quality of Care programs.
• Understanding of data integration, software enhancements, and Agile methodologies.
• Experience using Azure DevOps, JIRA, and Visio.
• Experience working on Medicaid Enterprise System DDI projects.
• Proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, MS Project, SharePoint, and MS PowerPoint.
• Ability to work independently and thrive in an environment with minimal guidance.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Experience facilitating meetings and effectively communicating with stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and multitasking skills.
• Ability to complete assignments under tight deadlines with little to no direct supervision.
  
  

Physical Requirements & Environmental Conditions:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to handle, or feel objects, a keyboard and other office equipment. The employee frequently is required to sit in meetings for long periods of time. The employee will utilize technology tools such as a laptop computer for extended periods of time. The employee must be able to reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Briljent is a solutions-based company. Solutions come from creative ideas; ideas come from being creative with differences. Briljent believes diversity and inclusion are critical to the success of the company. Employment at Briljent is based on merit and professional qualifications. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, marital status or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, regulation or ordinance.