Medicaid - Data Scientist

Location: Tallahassee, Florida (On-site only) Required Experience: Five (5) or more years of experience in data analysis, preferably in healthcare or Medicaid. Strong proficiency in SQL/SAS, with working knowledge of Python for analysis, and automation tasks. Three (3) years of experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau Strong understanding of healthcare data, especially Medicaid or claims-based data. Preferred Qualifications: Experience working with state or federal healthcare programs. Knowledge of Medicaid managed care, long-term services and supports (LTSS), or waiver programs. Job Responsibilities: Analyze Medicaid claims, eligibility, provider, and encounter data to identify trends Support program evaluation, policy analysis, and operational decision-making through data insights. Design and maintain dashboards and reports using tools like Power BI or Tableau. Ensure work aligns with Agency’s regulations, including HIPAA and state data governance standards. Support special projects, audits, and federal reporting initiatives as needed. Assist with recurring reports, data pipelines, and reporting logic Develop data extracts for federal and state reporting requirements, including CMS submissions Apply machine learning methods to improve forecasting and risk stratification models. Job Type: Contract Base Pay: $60.00 - $75.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Work Location: In person