Lead Analyst, Advanced PDM

Molina Healthcare; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 77,000 - 172,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a Lead Analyst in Albany, NY, to lead data analysis initiatives, mentor analysts, and optimize business processes. This role requires strong leadership skills, technical expertise in data analysis, and the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have over 7 years of experience and a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. Competitive compensation and benefits package offered.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of business analysis experience.
• Advanced proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques.
• Experience training and supporting other individual contributors.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and understand business processes to identify areas for improvement.
• Lead and support cross-functional projects ensuring adherence to timelines.
• Establish best practices and communicate them with leaders and analysts.

Skills

Leadership skills

Technical expertise

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, healthcare management, or a related field

Tools

Excel

SQL

Job description

Job Summary

The Lead Analyst, Advanced Provider Data Management is responsible for analyzing and understanding business processes, identifying areas for improvement, and developing solutions to optimize performance. This position requires leadership skills, technical expertise, and the ability to mentor and support other analysts. The Lead Analyst often acts as a liaison between the business units and IT, ensuring that technical solutions align with business goals.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Lead others by providing training, support, and ongoing feedback for skill development and to ensure accurate and timely data analysis and delivery.
• Establish departmental best practices; document and communicate them with leaders and analysts.
• Lead discussions with stakeholders to understand business objectives, gather requirements, and translate them into comprehensive business and functional specifications.
• Analyze complex healthcare data sets to identify trends and patterns. Communicate insights and recommendations that drive informed decision-making and process improvements.
• Identify inefficiencies in existing departmental processes; develop new solutions and drive key stakeholders to adopt and execute those solutions.
• Lead and support cross-functional projects from initiation to completion, ensuring adherence to timelines and quality standards.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders ensuring alignment and collaboration across departments.
• Develop and present key metrics, performance indicators, and actionable insights to stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

Job Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, healthcare management, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• 7+ years of business analysis experience
• Advanced proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques, such as Excel or SQL
• Experience training and supporting other individual contributors
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with stakeholders at all levels

PREFERRED EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, healthcare management, or a related field

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Healthcare industry experience strongly preferred

To all current Molina employees: If you are interested in applying for this position, please apply through the intranet job listing.

Molina Healthcare offers a competitive benefits and compensation package. Molina Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/D/V.

Pay Range: $77,969 - $171,058 / ANNUAL

*Actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level.