Senior Data Analyst

The Senior Data Analyst performs research and analysis; works to improve data quality, data collection and analysis processes; develops data modeling methodologies and report design to meet diverse and changing business needs. Participates and leads strategic and tactical projects with company and business partners, external business partners and/or clients. Acts as a liaison and/or consultant with internal and external business partners on data integrity and/or software tools.

Performs advanced data analysis including sampling, modeling, and evaluation of statistical metrics

Performs project conceptualization, design, methodology, data mining, analysis, risk adjustment, presentation of report results, and development of business recommendations

Researches and evaluates trends, forecasts, interventions, and impacts. Formulates recommendations and provides information for decision and project support

Develops recommendations for key messages to external workgroups and strategic business partners and/or clients

Identifies outreach opportunities and participates in efforts to educate business partners and other key stakeholders

Works closely with Executives and Management as well as corporate committees on policy development, project proposals, corporate strategies, and/or performance metrics enhancing decision-making capabilities

Provides consultation on system design and analysis to achieve business objectives
Serves as a mentor to others, particularly in the areas of data analysis, eyecare industry research, resolution of complex business and technical problems, and technical skill development

Job Specifications

Typically has the following skills or abilities:

Bachelor’s degree in economics, statistics, information systems or other related fields, or equivalent experience

4+ years’ experience using analytic tools to perform statistical analysis

4+ years of programming experience using various systems

4+ years of experience in study design, data mining, data modeling and statistical methodologies

Demonstrated ability to proactively develop, communicate, and recommend solutions based upon analysis performed

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to network, negotiate, and build relationships with internal and external business partners and to express complex analytical and technical information to a variety of audiences at all levels

Ability to act as a mentor and/or technical expert for the team and business partners

Proficiency in manipulation, interpretation, and analysis of large databases and report production and automation

Experience in the Health Care industry with knowledge of medical claims coding is preferred

Proficiency with Microsoft Suite applications such as; Excel, Access, Visual Basic, etc.

Must be an independent self-starter and possess excellent organizational skills

Ability to multi-task and work in a team environment

Proven ability to effectively communicate information to a wide variety of technical and non-technical individuals or groups at all levels of the organization

Regularly exercises discretion and independent judgment in the performance of his/her job duties

Preferred Skills

Experience with principals of data management, reporting, and analysis supporting external and internal partners

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Compensation range for the role is listed below. Applicable salary ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. As a part of the compensation package, this role may include eligible bonuses and commissions. For more information regarding VSP Vision benefits, please click here. 

VSP Vision is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to age, gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability or protected veteran status.  We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

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