Data Scientist

About the Company Medicaid is committed to providing quality healthcare services to its members while ensuring the efficient use of resources. Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve through innovative solutions and a culture of collaboration. About the Role The Data Scientist will play a crucial role in analyzing Medicaid data to provide insights and support decision-making processes. This position requires a blend of technical expertise and collaboration with various teams to enhance reporting and analytics capabilities. Responsibilities • Provide technical expertise to further the development of reports as well as evaluate and recommend tools for data reporting and analysis. • Assist in the development of scalable, organization-wide dashboards and reporting. • Utilize DOM claim and clinical data to perform advanced analysis to identify patterns, trends and insights using advanced analytical tools and methods. • Collaborate with DOM technical and non-technical teams to develop and document production of reports generated for Centres for Medicare & Medicaid Services and other external entities. • Identify possible gaps and recommend solutions for existing data and reporting/analytics solutions. • Review reporting produced by external entities to ensure that methods and presentation are sound, accurate, and consistent with DOM expectations. • Support data literacy initiatives to educate DOM users on the availability of and potential use cases for DOM data. • Participate and contribute data and analytics expertise in agency projects as needed. • Identify and assist with the evaluation of project opportunities, risks, and impact to other areas. • Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Education details: A degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field is preferred. Required Skills • Proficiency in data analysis and statistical tools. • Experience with data visualization tools. • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Preferred Skills • Familiarity with Medicaid data and reporting requirements. • Experience in a healthcare setting. Pay range and compensation package Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. Equal Opportunity Statement Medicaid is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.