Health Care Data Management Associate/Consultant

About the role

The Data Manager is responsible for developing databases in support of client requirements, evaluation & processing of client data feeds and generating production deliverables.

As a member of our Data Management team, you will be expected to

• Work closely with the client manager and account team to identify and understand the clients' healthcare information needs.
• Assure that data management projects are delivered on time, within scope of client use and within budget.
• Develop, maintain and document database design and data enhancement specifications, and present these to the client.
• Design, maintain, execute and document database tests and support user acceptance testing.
• Instruct clients on database structure, data quality, documentation, and software applications.
• Recognize and manage out-of-scope activities so appropriate actions can be taken. For each update, execute all DM test cases, document results, obtain supervisor sign-off, and work on resolving failed test cases prior to proceeding with the update.
• Identify root cause of data quality issues, complete complex data investigations and resolve data quality issues during testing.
• Gain understanding of tools, such as DataStage or other Data investigation tools.
• Participate in client internal as well as external meetings, Provides status reports and follow up information to internal team.

Desired Skills & Experience

• Bachelors’ degree (in healthcare related field, mathematics, engineering, or Information Systems) or 3-5 years experience in data processing and healthcare claims or equivalent experience.
• Familiarity with Microsoft SQL and databases
• Ability to apply basic healthcare and market (e.g. Medicaid, Employee Benefits) knowledge
• Demonstrates high sense of urgency on day-to-day responsibilities by responding to tasks and resolving issues in a timely manner
• Some quantitative experience or education
• Strong PC skills with experience using Microsoft Office applications.
• Willingness to travel.

The Soft Skills listed below are not quantifiable

• Follows directions necessary to perform routine, repetitive tasks.
• Strong problem-solving ability.
• High attention to detail.
• Self-starter with good ability to work in a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and complete work within allocated time frames.

Additional Information

According to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), the H-1B visa cap has been met for the 2014 fiscal year (October 1, 2013-September 30, 2014).

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.