Government Programs Data Analyst

Delta Dental of Michigan

Data Analyst supports Medicaid and dental program compliance through data reporting and analysis. Prepares submissions and oversees reporting accuracy while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Posted 4/30/2026full-timeOkemos • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

SQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Supports Medicaid and government-sponsored dental programs, including data reporting, compliance tracking, and analytical support
Prepares, validates, and submits state Medicaid reporting in accordance with contractual, regulatory, and compliance requirements
Supports Medicaid state compliance reporting, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and documentation standards are met
Oversees and tracks Secret Shopper reporting, including data collection, trend analysis, and performance tracking across reporting periods
Responds to ad hoc data requests from internal partners
Performs routine data analysis to identify trends, gaps, and potential compliance risks related to government program requirements
Assists with data quality checks, reconciliation, and issue resolution across multiple data sources
Maintains organized documentation supporting reported data, methodologies, and assumptions for audit and compliance purposes
Collaborates with cross-functional teams to understand data needs and translate business requirements into accurate reports
Participates in process improvement efforts to enhance reporting efficiency, accuracy, and repeatability

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in data analytics, business administration, health administration, information systems, statistics, or a related field
One year of experience gathering, analyzing, researching, verifying, and/or reporting data using software applications
Any suitable combination of education, training, or experience
Knowledge of spreadsheet and database applications
SQL or similar data query tools
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong analytical skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to manage multiple assignments with competing deadlines
Ability to identify and resolve problems using independent judgment
Experience working with data visualization tools is preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental and vision coverage
Short- and long-term disability
Life insurance
401(k) savings plans
Flexible spending accounts
Tuition reimbursement or educational assistance
Annual incentive compensation based on annual business goals
Eight hours of paid volunteer time each year
Access to an on-staff health coach and personal trainer
Other perks

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Hard Skills & Tools

data analysisdata reportingcompliance trackingtrend analysisdata quality checksreconciliationSQLdata visualization toolsstatistical analysisreport preparation

Soft Skills

strong verbal communicationstrong written communicationanalytical skillsindependent judgmentteam collaborationproblem-solvingtime managementorganizational skillsattention to detailprocess improvement