Lead Data Analyst – Healthcare Analytics

Centene Corporation

Lead Data Analyst analyzing healthcare claims and member data for Centene. Delivering insights that reduce care costs and improve clinical outcomes across state-based health plans.

Posted 8/19/2026full-timeRemote • Florida, Montana, North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $87,700 - $157,800 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in data analysis and management, utilizing SQL and analytics tools to drive business decisions and improve clinical outcomes. Proven ability to lead projects, mentor teams, and communicate insights effectively to diverse stakeholders.

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SQL QueryingData AnalysisHealthcare AnalyticsBusiness Intelligence ToolsMentoring Analysts

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Hard Skills

Data ManagementData VerificationStatistical TechniquesTrend AnalysisRoot-Cause AnalysisTable CreationQuery OptimizationStored ProceduresPython ProgrammingR Programming

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationProblem-SolvingLeadershipMentoring

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerBIAnalytics ToolsEnterprise Reporting Tools

Industry Keywords

Healthcare AdministrationPublic HealthHealth InformaticsChange ManagementCost Reduction

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analyze integrated and extensive datasets to extract value and influence business decisions
Collaborate with business stakeholders to identify value, develop solutions, and deliver insights that reduce cost of care and improve clinical outcomes
Interpret and analyze claims, provider, member, and encounters data
Identify and assess the business impact of trends
Develop, maintain, and troubleshoot complex scripts and reports using SQL, Microsoft Excel, or other analytics tools
Lead enterprise-wide projects and strategic initiatives, translating business goals into actionable solutions
Identify and resolve data, process, and technical issues and communicate root causes with stakeholders
Partner cross-functionally and communicate findings to non-technical business partners
Engage with business leaders to understand market-specific levers and constraints
Leverage enterprise reporting tools to deliver data-driven insights and recommendations
Research business problems and identify opportunities for cost and utilization improvements through quantitative analysis
Present insights and recommendations to internal and external stakeholders, incorporating feedback
Facilitate collaboration between state-based health plans and business units including IT, Finance, Network Development, and Payment Integrity
Serve as a business leader and subject matter expert for data domains
Consolidate and review analyses and recommendations from business partners
Mentor analysts on analytic best practices
Delegate tasks and provide guidance and validation

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future
Bachelor’s degree in business, economics, statistics, mathematics, actuarial science, public health, health informatics, healthcare administration, finance or related field or equivalent experience
6+ years of experience working with large databases, data verification, and data management or 5+ years IT experience
Experience with table creation and indexing, query optimization, and utilization of stored procedures
Working knowledge of SQL/querying languages
Preferred knowledge of programmatic coding languages such as Python and R
Knowledge of statistical, analytical, or data mining techniques including basic data modeling, trend analysis, and root-cause analysis preferred
Experience in change management processes and procedures preferred
Preferred knowledge of modern business intelligence and visualization tools including Microsoft PowerBI
Healthcare analytics experience preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

competitive pay
health insurance
401K and stock purchase plans
tuition reimbursement
paid time off plus holidays
a flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedules
Total compensation may also include additional forms of incentives