Medicaid State Data Consultant

Job Family:
Strategy & Transformation Consulting

Travel Required:
Up to 10%

Clearance Required:
None

Job Posting

What You Will Do:
We are seeking Consultants with experience and knowledge of validating, loading, processing and analyzing Medicaid data and detailed member data across various states, public health entities and public data sources using SAS. These analyses will be leveraged to help inform work with state Medicaid, public health or state and local health and human services programs, including health benefits exchanges, Medicaid expansion, Medicaid managed care, Medicaid program operations, program improvement and state compliance requirements, and will be enhanced by a strong understanding about various state and local programs and policies across the country. The successful candidate will:

• Assist state agencies, including Medicaid, Behavioral Health, Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities, State Units on Aging and/or Social/Human Services in the development of data analytics to support strategic plans
• Assist clients in assessing business and technical requirements related to the implementation of program initiatives
• Have an understanding of MMIS claims datasets and Medicaid reimbursement
• Research and stay abreast of states' healthcare transformation efforts
• Perform data and qualitative research activities to address state research needs
• Responsible for supporting financial planning, modeling, analysis, and forecasting, assisting in financial assessment, preparing financial and other reports, and researching financial trends
• Document and communicate findings and support development of recommendations and follow-up steps to respond to findings
• Identify and collaborate with broad range of healthcare stakeholders
• Participate in analysis of client-identified issues or problems
• Manage projects and engagements of various sizes and durations
• Supervise and support the development of staff
• Effectively manage client interaction and managing client expectations
• Provide subject matter expertise, as requested and appropriate
• Help develop business with new clients, as requested
• Participate in non-client related firm-building activities

What You Will Need:

• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited University
• At least 3+ (THREE) years of previous work experience
• Experience in the health care data analytics industry specifically working with Base SAS
• Medicaid claims data experience - experience in analyzing Medicaid claims data using Base SAS in a professional setting
• Strong attention to detail and deliverable preparation
• Strong interest in state health agencies and healthcare reform, e.g., Medicaid, public health, health insurance, and health reform organizations (legislative, executive, governor's office)
• Ability to travel to meet client needs (10-20%) as required

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• For specific roles, excellent quantitative analysis skills, with training in advanced data analytics, use of Power BI, Tableau or Spotfire
• Proficient in SQL
• Superior written and oral communication skills
• A strategic problem solver
• Demonstrated ability to self-manage task execution and manage discreet task / project / initiative functions.
• Working knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access as well as the ability to conduct research through use of the internet and other information sources
• The ability to work overtime as necessary
• Assure high-quality client work product

The annual salary range for this position is $98,000.00-$163,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life
• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Student Loan PayDown
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
• Skills Development & Certifications
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
• Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

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