Government Programs Data Analyst III

The Government Data Analyst III position allows you the flexibility to work at home as long as you reside within a 50-mile radius of the Brooklyn, OH or Rossford, OH Medical Mutual offices.

Founded in 1934, Medical Mutual is the oldest and one of the largest health insurance companies based in Ohio. We provide peace of mind to more than 1.6 million Ohioans through our high-quality health, life, disability, dental, vision and indemnity plans. We offer fully insured and self-funded group coverage, including stop loss, as well as Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplement and individual plans.

Medical Mutual’ s status as a mutual company means we are owned by our policyholders, not stockholders, so we don’t answer to Wall Street analysts or pay dividends to investors. Instead, we focus on developing products and services that allow us to better serve our customers and the communities around us and help our members achieve their best possible health and quality of life.

Government Data Analyst III

Supports business decisions through the use of data mining and analytics and identifying and resolving routine to varied and/or more complex issues through the reconciliation of large data sets. Serves as a subject matter, data analytics, and regulatory reporting expert in assigned government programs functional area including but not limited to Medicare enrollment, revenue, government files processing, reconciliation, regulatory reporting, encounter data. Collaborates with peers in various internal departments and external parties to ensure timely and accurate data.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes data mining and analytical knowledge to understand large data sets. Develops reporting to meet business needs. Provides clear, easy to understand summary documents and reports for management. Creates and maintains technical specifications, unit test plans, and dataflow diagrams. Follows quality assurance guidelines including the documentation, review and approval of all project related artifacts.
• Prepares analysis to identify trends and issues, troubleshoot errors, and propose methods for resolution. Validates data against other data sources, requirements and/or technical specifications, and works with data exchange processes and workflows between Company, government entities, and delegated entities to ensure accurate and complete data.
• Collaborates with various departments to identify and resolve routine to more complex issues and errors that involve internal and external systems, government data, and regulatory guidance. Executes and may lead small to medium size data-related analytical projects to drive business decisions and efficiencies. Ensures timely and accurate reporting, correction of issues and errors, implements best practices, support audits and attestations.
• Participates in the development and implements data analytics, reconciliation, and reporting policies and procedures. Supports, trains and mentors more junior analysts. Functions well within a matrix organization (e.g.– supporting multiple leaders).
• Maintains up to date knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry best practices as it relates to data. Attends CMS training sessions and other appropriate industry meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Health Informatics, Healthcare or Business Administration, Statistics or related field. Advanced degree preferred.
• 3 years’ experience as a Government Programs Data Analyst or equivalent experience in statistical or data analysis.
• Health plan experience preferred.
• Medicare or Medicaid managed care experience preferred.

Professional Certification(s):

• Relevant Certification and/or Licensure preferred (or working towards).

Technical Skills and Knowledge:

• Strong knowledge of government programs regulations, requirements best practices.
• Knowledge of various data mining, reporting, and reconciliation tools and methodologies.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency with database reporting and query writing and Microsoft Office applications (especially Access and Excel), SAS, SQL, data visualization tools (Tableau, PowerBI), business objects, and data warehousing.
• Ability to write policies that are compliant with Federal laws.

Medical Mutual is looking to grow our team We truly value and respect the talents and abilities of all of our employees. That's why we offer an exceptional package that includes:

A Great Place to Work:

• We will provide the equipment you need for this role, including a laptop, monitors, keyboard, mouse and headset.
• Whether you are working remote or in the office, employees have access to on-site fitness centers at many locations, or a gym membership reimbursement when there is no Medical Mutual facility available. Enjoy the use of weights, cardio machines, locker rooms, classes and more.
• On-site cafeteria, serving hot breakfast and lunch, at the Brooklyn, OH headquarters.
• Discounts at many places in and around town, just for being a Medical Mutual team member.
• The opportunity to earn cash rewards for shopping with our customers.
• Business casual attire, including jeans.

Excellent Benefits and Compensation:

• Employee bonus program.
• 401(k) with company match up to 4% and an additional company contribution.
• Health Savings Account with a company matching contribution.
• Excellent medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance — insurance is what we do best, and we make affordable coverage for our team a priority.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program, which includes professional counseling, personal and professional coaching, self-help resources and assistance with work/life benefits.
• Company holidays and up to 16 PTO days during the first year of employment with options to carry over unused PTO time.
• After 120 days of service, parental leave for eligible employees who become parents through maternity, paternity or adoption.

An Investment in You:

• Career development programs and classes.
• Mentoring and coaching to help you advance in your career.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year, the IRS maximum.
• Diverse, inclusive and welcoming culture with Business Resource Groups.

About Medical Mutual:

Medical Mutual’s status as a mutual company means we are owned by our policyholders, not stockholders, so we don’t answer to Wall Street analysts or pay dividends to investors. Instead, we focus on developing products and services that allow us to better serve our customers and the communities around us.

There’s a good chance you already know many of our Medical Mutual customers. As the official insurer of everything you love, we are trusted by businesses and nonprofit organizations throughout Ohio to provide high-quality health, life, disability, dental, vision and indemnity plans. We offer fully insured and self-funded group coverage, including stop loss, as well as Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplement and individual plans. Our plans provide peace of mind to more than 1.2 million Ohioans.

We’re not just one of the largest health insurance companies based in Ohio, we’re also the longest running. Founded in 1934, we’re proud of our rich history with the communities where we live and work.

At Medical Mutual and its family of companies we celebrate differences and are mutually invested in our employees and our community. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse and nicotine testing.