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Data Manager Healthcare:
Overview:
Our direct client, a fast-growing healthcare and data analytics firm based in the Boston area is seeking to bring on an experienced Data Analyst Manager to lead a dynamic, multinational data team. This role offers the opportunity to provide leadership, strategic insight, and hands-on expertise in healthcare data analysis while helping shape the future of data-driven solutions in the healthcare industry.
The ideal candidate will bring not only strong technical skills in data analysis but also a deep understanding of the healthcare system including its business models, operations, and regulatory landscape ensuring technical solutions are aligned with real-world healthcare challenges.
This is a hybrid position requiring 3 4 days per week onsite at the company s Boston, MA office and reports directly to the Vice President of Data.
Responsibilities:
Lead and mentor a team of Healthcare Data Analysts and QA Engineers, including offshore staff.
Partner with cross-functional teams to solve complex healthcare data challenges.
Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, providing technical solutions and resolving data-related issues.
Translate customer business needs into technical and operational requirements for the data team.
Promote and implement best practices in data processes, team collaboration, and system performance.
Monitor compliance with functional requirements, system standards, and data governance policies.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor s Degree or equivalent professional experience.
7 years of experience in healthcare data analysis.
Strong knowledge of SQL and advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, charts).
Deep understanding of healthcare data standards including ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS, LOINC, SNOMED.
Strong business understanding of the healthcare industry including healthcare delivery models, claims and billing workflows, payer-provider dynamics, and regulatory compliance.
Experience working with Electronic Health Records (Epic, Cerner, Meditech, or similar).
Familiarity with healthcare compliance and data privacy regulations (HIPAA, GDPR, HITECH).
Experience analyzing claims data from Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurers.
Knowledge of HEDIS quality measures and CMS data.
Strong communication and collaboration skills across technical and non-technical teams.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications:
7 years of experience working with healthcare data.
Experience with Snowflake or similar cloud data platforms.
Prior experience leading offshore or distributed data teams.
Familiarity with Agile, Scrum, or Lean methodologies in data projects.
Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure.
Benefits:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
401K with company matching, tuition assistance, FSA, and HSA options.
Generous paid time off and company holidays.
Flexible hybrid work schedule supporting work-life balance.
Career growth in a collaborative, innovative, and supportive environment.
If you're a data leader with a passion for healthcare and a sharp understanding of both its data and business landscapes and you re ready to work hands-on with senior leadership we d love to hear from you. Apply today!
