Data Analyst - West Hills, CA (San Fernando Valley) - Full-time / Part-time

The Data Analyst is responsible for conducting and documenting moderate to complex data analysis projects. Also is responsible for help with the planning and implementing projects that drive efficiency and quality within the Revenue Services department. Ideal candidate must be able to manipulate, analyze, and interpret data using Access, Excel, SQL and VBA and able to provide answers to business questions and Billing issues found through analyzing data.
 
Primary Responsibilities:


Manipulate, analyze, and interpret large amounts of data using Access, Excel, SQL and VBA

Automate processes and reports

Recognize inefficiencies in processes (operational or technical)

Design solutions to address billing issues

Pull Ad-hoc reports from various billing systems

Perform Data validation of data to ensure accuracy and quality

Data mining for advanced analysis of data presented in reports for management

Analyze insurance medical billing denials to identify trends

Recommend solutions to decrease Bad Debt and increase cash for receivables from laboratory tests

Assist Billing department in the resolution of billing issues

Provide feedback to Senior Management regarding contractual issues impacting Revenue Services

Collaborate with other business units and departments on analysis projects
 
Please note:  This position is located in our West Hills, CA office in the San Fernando Valley

Required Qualifications:


Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science or Finance or related field

1-2 years of experience in data analysis & data manipulation

Advanced level of proficiency with Excel 
Preferred Qualifications:


Experience with SQL based reporting tools (SQL Server Reporting Services, etc.)

Experience with VBA and Access

Experience with Insurance Health Plans or HMOs

Experience with medical billing

1+ years of experience with project methodology (requirements, design, development, test and implementation)

Experience gathering requirements from the client / business and documenting

Experience in process improvement

Ability to communicate analysis including trends and opportunities to clients and the business in writing and verbally

Ability to problem solve including multiple priorities and research conflicting and/or inaccurate data

Ability to work to consistent high standard under pressure

Ability to work under fast paced environment and adapt to ever changing priorities

Previous experience implementing cross-functional initiatives. 

High degree of accuracy and attention to detail

Demonstrate problem-solving and strong analytical skills

Able to multitask on multiple small to complex projects/ tasks and meet deadlines 
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