Public Consulting Group (PCG) is a leading public sector solutions implementation and operations improvement firm that partners with health, education, and human services agencies to improve lives. Founded in 1986 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, PCG employs over 2,500 professionals in more than 40 offices worldwide—all committed to delivering solutions that change lives for the better. The firm has extensive experience in all 50 states, clients in six Canadian provinces, and a growing practice in Europe. PCG offers clients a multidisciplinary approach to meet challenges, pursue opportunities, and serve constituents across the public sector.

The Healthcare Data Analyst will be part of the Bureau of Performance Management and Quality Improvement, as part of the data distribution team. The team is responsible for CMS reporting requirements, as well as internal and external recurring reports.

Desired Characteristics:

• Knowledge of NYS Medicaid and/or health insurance claims data
• Experience working with large datasets
• Excellent analytical and communication (both written and verbal) skills.
• Strong attention to detail and problem solving with the demonstrated ability to complete multiple competing tasks.
• The ability to work independently, as well as in a team environment.
• The demonstrated ability to think creatively and strategically with ability to present data driven or narrative findings or responses to appropriate stakeholders in a timely manner.
• Proficient in the use of SQL, R or Python, Tableau and Microsoft applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Qualifications

• 2 years of SAS or SQL experience
• Employees must follow established work schedules. The usual work schedule is 37.5 hours per week, Monday through Friday. Normal work hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. unless otherwise specified by the supervisor, this includes a half hour unpaid lunch break. Total work hours must equal 37.5 hours per week.