Statistical Modeling Analyst

Exemption Status:

United States of America (Exempt)

Exemption Status:

$71,614 - $95,784 - $119,953

“Pay scale information is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, nor a promise of any specific pay for any selected candidate or employee, which is always dependent on actual experience, education, qualifications, and other factors.  A full review of our comprehensive pay and benefits will be discussed at the offer stage with the selected candidate.”

MedImpact Healthcare Systems, Inc. is looking for extraordinary people to join our team!

Why join MedImpact? Because our success is dependent on you; innovative professionals with top notch skills who thrive on opportunity, high performance, and teamwork. We look for individuals who want to work on a team that cares about making a difference in the value of healthcare.

At MedImpact, we deliver leading edge pharmaceutical and technology related solutions that dramatically improve the value of health care. We provide superior outcomes to those we serve through innovative products, systems, and services that provide transparency and promote choice in decision making. Our vision is to set the standard in providing
solutions
that optimize satisfaction, service, cost, and quality in the healthcare industry. We are the premier Pharmacy Benefits Management solution!

Job Description

Summary: The Statistical Modeling Analyst is responsible for analyzing data and producing analytics and reporting related to Rebate Strategy Analytics. The analyst supports the Rebate Strategy Analytics team by providing technical assistance and analytical consultation.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Applies data-mining, statistical and advanced modeling techniques to identify drug trends

• Identifies and creates behavior and risk profiles for pharmacies and prescribers to model behaviors that could signify fraud, waste and abuse.

• Conducts and develops various forms of statistical analyses to effectively identify patterns among data.

• Communicates model findings as well as recommendations to management and internal stakeholders.

• Performs ad-hoc analyses as requested by business owners with special focus on product pricing, product ROI, and opportunities to optimize rebates.

• Produces monthly/periodic reporting to support internal/external client needs as well as the detection of opportunities for the Rebate Analytics department.

• Effectively interacts with internal and external clients by communicating complex analytic findings in an easy-to-understand manner.

Supervisory Responsibilities        

No supervisory responsibilities.

Client Responsibilities

This is an internal and external client facing position that requires excellent customer service skills and interpersonal communication skills (listening/verbal/written).  One must be able to; manage difficult or emotional client situations; Respond promptly to client needs; Solicit client feedback to improve service; Respond to requests for service and assistance from clients; Meet commitments to clients.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

                       

Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics, Computer Science, Finance, Operations Research, Biostatistics, Applied Math, Actuarial Studies, or a similar field of study (or equivalent combination of education and experience) required. Master’s or advanced degree preferred. Must have 1 years’ experience working with analytics, data-mining, and/or statistical analysis; or equivalent combination of education and job related experience.

Desired experience will include:

• A broad knowledge of statistical and health analytical principles.

• Baseline knowledge and basic familiarity with developing, testing and validating models utilized for outlier detection.

• Baseline knowledge and basic familiarity with application of supervised and unsupervised models.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual must have experience and be proficient with:

• Analytical programming tools, specifically SAS and SQL

• Statistical programming and modeling in SAS, R, Python, and/or other statistical software

• Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Word)

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

None required

Other Skills and Abilities                                                    

• Ability to resolve complex issues while evaluating risks and determining alternatives for both the client and company.

• Self-starter, natural problem solver, and curious about learning and applying new analytical techniques to existing problems.

• Consistently demonstrates progressive thinking based on an understanding of the company’s processes and procedures and the client’s needs, when presenting solutions.

• Has a “bottom-line” orientation with understanding of risk and liability exposure. High level technical skills and thorough understanding of business analysis

Reasoning Ability                                                    

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Mathematical Skills   

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.  Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.  Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

                                   

Competencies                                               

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures.

• Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals.

• Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.

• Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.

• Verbal Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.

• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Work Location

This position works on-site at the San Diego Headquarters for purposes of providing adequate support to internal clients; being available for face-to-face interactions and coordination of work with other employees, colleagues, clients, or vendors; as well as for facilitation of quick and effective decisions through collaboration with stakeholders.  Remote work may be an option with management approval and agreement.  

Working Hours

This is an exempt level position requiring one to work the hours needed to get the job done.  Therefore one must have the flexibility to work beyond traditional hours and be able to work nights, weekends or on holidays as required.  This may be changed from time to time to meet the needs of the business.  Typical core business hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm.

Travel - This position may require occasional travel and attendance at local conferences and meetings.

The Perks:

• Medical / Dental / Vision / Wellness Programs
• Paid Time Off / Company Paid Holidays
• Incentive Compensation
• 401K with Company match
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Bonus

To explore all that MedImpact has to offer, and the greatness you can bring to our teams, please submit your resume to www.medimpact.com/careers

MedImpact, is a privately-held pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) headquartered in San Diego,
California. Our solutions and services positively influence healthcare outcomes and expenditures, improving the position of our clients in the market. MedImpact offers high-value solutions to payers, providers and consumers of healthcare in the U.S. and foreign markets.

Equal Opportunity Employer, Male/Female/Disabilities/Veterans

OSHA/ADA:

To perform this job successfully, the successful candidate must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Disclaimer:

The above
statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and
skills required of personnel so classified.