About Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota

At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, we are committed to paving the way for everyone to achieve their healthiest life. We are looking for dedicated and motivated individuals who share our vision of transforming healthcare. As a Blue Cross associate, you are joining a culture that is built on values of succeeding together, finding a better way, and doing the right thing. If you are ready to make a difference, join us.

How Is This Role Important to Our Work?

We are looking for a Healthcare Analyst to contribute to the strategic needs of the company through the application of analytics to business questions in our Care Management and Provider teams. You will change/develop current systems for improved decision making, and help support others in the creation, development, and testing of new models. You will work closely with coworkers and internal business partners to clarify requirements, analyze data, and produce meaningful and defensible results for Blue Cross Blue Shield of MN!

A Day in the Life:

• Uses databases for analysis and dissemination of information for Care Management and Provider teams.
• Performs analysis of the data, interprets findings and writes reports related to methods and findings.
• Researches, analyzes data, and provides interpretation of outcomes.
• Assists with and help implement improvements to process, analysis, and research methods.
• Supports team to understand and interpret the impacts to cost and quality of proposals using relevant data sources and analytic methods.
• Assist in the implementation of new products and systems by providing actionable information and recommendations that evaluate the impact of the proposed products and systems.
• Assists with issues that may arise on multiple tasks or projects with limited management involvement.
• Acts as a resource for other members of the department and company on business issues within Care Management and Provider teams.

Nice to Have:

• Bachelor's degree.
• SQL experience
• Background in care management and/or healthcare provider data analytics
• Background in healthcare insurance

Required Skills and Experiences:

• 3+ years of related professional experience. All relevant experience including work, education, transferable skills, and military experience will be considered.
• 1+ years experience using programming and statistical software (e.g., SAS), use of various databases and other data sources, and performing analytics.
• Proficiency in Microsoft software applications such as Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access.
• Ability to perform and interpret statistical analyses.
• Ability to evaluate and interpret data.
• Strong problem solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and with an ability to interpret and communicate analytical information to individuals and groups with varying levels of analytics expertise.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team setting with individuals having diverse professional backgrounds including business, technical, and/or clinical.

Role Designation

Role designation definition: Teleworking is working full time remote. Hybrid is a combination of working onsite and remotely.  Onsite is full-time onsite.

Compensation and Benefits

Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position, including skills, ability, and knowledge the selected individual is bringing to the specific job.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package which may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Life insurance

• 401k

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)

• And more

To discover more about what we have to offer, please review our benefits page.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, we are committed to paving the way for everyone to achieve their healthiest life. Blue Cross of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains an Affirmative Action plan, as required by Minnesota law applicable to state contractors. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against based on any legally protected characteristic.

Individuals with a disability who need a reasonable accommodation in order to apply, please contact us at: talent.acquisition@bluecrossmn.com.

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