Healthcare Data Analyst (Remote - Only locals to IN)

BC Forward is looking for Data Analyst 2 (Remote IN) Position Title: Data Analyst 2 (Remote IN) Location: Remote - IN (EST) Anticipated Start Date: Jan 2026 Duration: 12 months contract with possible extension Shift: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST Pay Rate: $44.00/ hour (W2) Need: Strong SQL and database management skills, data visualization and communication abilities, and critical thinking/problem-solving aptitude note that prior work with MHS requires hiring manager review. Interview Process: 1- Phone/Video Screening , 2-Virtual Round with Panel Job Description : Position Purpose: Responsible for analytical data needs. Handle complex data requests, reports, and predictive data modeling. Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience. 2+ years of statistical analysis or data analysis experience. HEDIS: Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience. 2+ years of statistical analysis or data analysis experience, or 1+ years of HEDIS data analysis experience including measurement and rates impacted. BUSINESS ANALYTICS: Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience. 2+ years of statistical analysis or data analysis experience, or 1+ years of related IT experience, including data warehouse, coding, or ETL experience. PHARMACY UNDERWRITING: Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience. 2+ years of statistical analysis or data analysis experience, or 1+ years of related financial or IT experience, including data warehouse, SQL, coding experience, financial reporting/auditing, underwriting, client reporting, or predictive analytics experience. Responsibilities:

• Analyze health management programs, including data collection, validation, and outcome measurement.
• May include analysis of financial, pharmacy, claims, provider, and member data.
• Support IRS, CMS, HHSC, and HEDIS reporting requirements.
• Perform internal data cleansing and data reconciliation analysis.
• Conduct trend analysis across various functional areas of healthcare management.
• Create and generate reports using MS Excel, MS Access, and SQL via Business Objects interface and direct links to core databases (ODS/EDW).
• Produce reports for and interface with senior management and internal and external stakeholders.
• Gather and interpret business requirements and monitor data trends to proactively identify issues.
• Execute data changes and update core systems as needed.
• Manage multiple projects and timelines effectively and communicate risks and issues to manager regularly.
• Assist with training lower-level Data Analysts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and standards. For Nebraska Total Care, the following is required:
• Proficiency in SQL, including writing complex queries, data manipulation, stored procedures, functions, and triggers, as well as query optimization and performance tuning.
• Understanding of normalization/denormalization and designing relational schemas.
• Experience with MS Excel, SQL using Visual Studio, automating jobs with Visual Studio SSIS, Power BI interface, and direct links to core databases (EDW/Snowflake).
• Understanding of how SFTP works (SSH-based file transfer).
• Familiarity with tools like WinSCP, FileZilla, or command-line SFTP. Story Behind the Need
• What is the purpose of this team? The purpose of the team is to complete scheduled and ad hoc reporting requests for the organization.
• Describe the surrounding team (team culture, work environment, etc.) & key projects. The team is located remotely but stays in close contact via Teams and email. There is a strong support system for data analysts. Reporting and projects are primarily claims-, member-, and provider-focused.
• Do you have any additional upcoming hiring needs or is this request part of a larger hiring initiative? This request is part of the larger membership increase for MHS. Typical Day in the Role
• Walk me through the day-to-day responsibilities and a description of the project (outside of the Workday JD). Complete reporting and data analytics requests using various tools. Requests are submitted via JIRA.
• What are the performance expectations/metrics? Performance expectations are based on individual reporting requirements.
• What makes this role unique? This role will assist the team by completing routine and ad hoc requests, allowing others to focus on other tasks. Candidate Requirements Education/Certification
• Required: Bachelor’s Degree
• Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree Years of experience required: 2 Disqualifiers: Prior work with MHS would need to be reviewed by the hiring manager. Additional qualities to look for: Good communication skills and team focus. Top 3 must-have hard skills (stack-ranked by importance):
• Experience in SQL and Database Management
• Data Visualization and Communication
• Critical thinking and problem-solving Company DescriptionAbout BCforward: Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a p

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