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Mercer

Senior Government Data Consultant

Mercer, Atlanta, Indiana, United States, 46031


At Mercer, our purpose is to make a positive difference in people’s lives by helping advance their health, wealth, and careers.

Mercer is seeking candidates for the Government Data Consultant position. Our primary offices are located in Phoenix, Atlanta, DC, and Minneapolis.

Senior Government Data Consultant

We will count on you to:

Utilize SAS programming software to interpret, validate and analyze large health care data sets

Participate in initial meetings with client or project lead to define the scope of the project and provide insight and expertise including knowledge of the capabilities and flexibility of various approaches

Define the data process based on project scope, insight from the project lead and direction from the project's senior actuarial staff

Understand the reasons and impacts of data anomalies and exceptions on the analysis, formulate solutions, and communicate to client teams

Perform technical peer review for data analysis projects

Act as a mentor for junior staff

What is in it for you?

Be on the cutting edge of health care reform. Mercer GHSC partners with states and the Federal government on implementing a wide variety of healthcare and human services issues, including actuarial, data/systems analysis, clinical, policy, pharmacy, operations, and procurement.

On day one you'll be eligible for medical, dental, and vision care benefits in addition to a generous PTO package, as well as time off for community service.

What you need to have:

BA/BS or equivalent experience required

Minimum seven years of industry experience required

Thorough understanding of health care data

Experience using SAS, SQL or equivalent programming language

What makes you stand out:

Experience with Medicaid programs and associated health care data, preferably in a consulting environment

Previous leadership experience strongly preferred

Excellent interpersonal skills; strong oral and written communication skills

Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks in a demanding work environment

Strong critical thinking and analytical problem-solving skills

To learn more about Mercer’s GHSC practice, please visit www.mercer-government.mercer.com

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