Healthcare Data Analyst, Dentaquest

You are as unique as your background, experience and point of view. Here, you’ll be encouraged, empowered and challenged to be your best self. You'll work with dynamic colleagues - experts in their fields - who are eager to share their knowledge with you. Your leaders will inspire and help you reach your potential and soar to new heights. Every day, you'll have new and exciting opportunities to make life brighter for our Clients - who are at the heart of everything we do. Discover how you can make a difference in the lives of individuals, families and communities around the world.
DentaQuest manages dental and vision benefits for more than 33 million Americans. Our outcomes-based, cost-effective solutions are designed for Medicaid and CHIP, Medicare Advantage, small and large businesses, and individuals. With a focus on prevention and value, we aim to make quality care accessible to improve the oral health of all.
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Location: We welcome applicants from anywhere in the U.S.
At Sun Life, we look for optimistic people who want to make life brighter for our Clients. We understand the value of diverse cultures, perspectives, and identities, and want you to bring your full and authentic self to work. Every day, you’ll be empowered and challenged by working with dynamic colleagues to find new and innovative ways to make Sun Life the best benefits company in America.
The opportunity:
The Healthcare Data Analyst is responsible for conducting analysis directed at improving health outcomes. This includes writing programs to pull data and create analytic datasets, assisting Sr. Analysts with data requests, running analyses, generating data reports, and effectively communicating recommendations and/or results in written and oral presentations. This person will run cost and quality models, campaign models, benchmark analysis and report on provider quality of care, utilization, and access to care. This individual will also work with other areas of the company, including sales, database, marketing and operational units to optimize the use of analytics in operations and outreach, while recommending strategies for improvement wherever possible.
How you will contribute:

• Quality and cost performance scoring
• RFP analysis
• Other duties as assigned.
• Use SAS, Python, R and other tools to analyze current cost management practices and help to define best practices for:
• Program evaluation
• Assist Senior Analysts with data requests, running analyses and generating data reports.
• Adhere to Sun Life business processes.
• Participate in special projects as needed or requested.
• Provider and patient profiling
• Support analysis of dental programs to identify key cost and quality drivers and trends across all dental products in all markets.
• Analyze provider networks to identify strategies to improve access and profitability in a manner that is consistent with quality, cost effective care.
• Risk modeling
• Effectively communicate results in written and oral presentations.
• Cost and quality outcomes
• Evaluate and suggest changes necessary to optimize processes and efficiencies.

What you will bring with you:

• Ability work well with others.
• Knowledge of health care industry is preferred.
• Experience with database and business intelligence tools such as SAS, Python, R, Tableau, Cognos, MS Report Manager and Report Builder.
• Experience designing and implementing complex algorithms and/or quality metrics.
• Strong foundation in statistical theory and practice required.
• Excellent PC skills with proficiency in Excel essential.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to meet multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and solve complex problems.
• Strong customer service and analytical skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Math, Finance, Economics or business-related field or equivalent experience.
• Strong time management and business process skills.
• 3-5 years' experience in data management, analysis and reporting to include experience with combining clinical and financial data.

Do you see yourself in this role even if you haven’t checked all the boxes above? We welcome all talented candidates and are committed to a culture that represents diversity in all forms. If you think you might thrive in this setting, we would love to hear from you.
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Life is brighter when you work at Sun Life

• Excellent benefits and wellness programs to support the three pillars of your well-being – mental, physical and financial – including generous vacation and sick time, market-leading paid family, parental and adoption leave, a partially-paid sabbatical program, medical plans, company paid life and AD&D insurance as well as disability programs and more
• Great Place to Work® Certified in Canada and the U.S.
• A flexible work environment with a friendly, caring, collaborative and inclusive culture
• Named as a “Top 10” employer by the Boston Globe's “Top Places to Work” two years running
• Retirement and Stock Purchase programs to help build and enhance your future financial security including a 401(k) plan with an employer-paid match as well as an employer-funded retirement account

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
If you are a California resident, the salary range for this position is:

• Southern region: $75,000 - $112,500 annually
• Central region: $79,100 - $118,000 annually
• Northern region: $84,600 - $126,900 annually

If you are a Colorado resident, the salary range for this position is $71,600 - $107,400 annually.
If you are a New York resident, the salary range for this position is $84,600 - $126,900 annually.
If you are Washington resident, the salary range for this position is $79,100 - $118,000 annually.
We consider various factors in determining actual pay including your skills, qualifications, and experience. In addition to salary, this position is eligible for incentive awards based on individual and business performance as well as a broad range of competitive benefits.
Sun Life Financial is a leading provider of group insurance benefits in the U.S., helping people protect what they love about their lives. More than just a name, Sun Life symbolizes our brand promise of making life brighter -for our customers, partners, and communities. Join our talented, diverse workforce and launch a rewarding career. Visit us at www.sunlife.com/us to learn more.
At Sun Life we strive to create a flexible work environment where our employees are empowered to do their best work. Several flexible work options are available and can be discussed throughout the selection process depending on the role requirements and individual needs.
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At Sun Life we strive to create a flexible work environment where our employees are empowered to do their best work. Several flexible work options are available and can be discussed throughout the selection process depending on the role requirements and individual needs.
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran