Healthcare Analyst

About Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota

At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, we are committed to paving the way for everyone to achieve their healthiest life. We are looking for dedicated and motivated individuals who share our vision of transforming healthcare. As a Blue Cross associate, you are joining a culture that is built on values of succeeding together, finding a better way, and doing the right thing.

If you are ready to make a difference, join us.

This position is responsible for assisting and contributing to the strategic needs of the company through the application of analytics to business questions and initiatives. Additionally, the position will change/develop current systems for improved decision making, and help support others in the creation, development, and testing of new models. The position will work closely with coworkers and internal business partners to clarify requirements, analyze data, and produce meaningful and defensible results.

• Analyze and interpret data to identify trends, generate insights, and develop reports that support informed business decision-making.
• Support business improvements and strategic initiatives by evaluating processes, proposals, products, and systems, and providing actionable recommendations based on data and research.
• Serve as a trusted business partner and resource by helping teams solve problems, assess impacts to cost and quality, and drive projects forward with minimal oversight.

• Uses databases for analysis and dissemination of information.
• Performs analysis of the data, interprets findings and writes reports related to methods and findings.
• Researches, analyzes data, and provides interpretation of outcomes.
• Assists with and may implement improvements to process, analysis, and research methods.
• Supports team to understand and interpret the impacts to cost and quality of proposals using relevant data sources and analytic methods.
• May assist in the implementation of new products and systems by providing actionable information and recommendations that evaluate the impact of the proposed products and systems.
• Assists with issues that may arise on multiple tasks or projects with limited management involvement.
• Acts as a resource for other members of the department and company on business issues.
• Performs additional responsibilities consistent with the scope and level of the role, as assigned.

• 3+ years of related data analytics professional experience.
• Bachelor's degree; in lieu of a degree, an additional two years of relevant experience beyond the qualifications listed above may be accepted.

• Experience using business intelligence and reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, Quick Sight, Tableau, SSRS) to develop dashboards, reports, and data-driven insights that support decision-making.
• Working knowledge of healthcare or managed care environments, including claims processing, provider systems, reimbursement models, and regulatory requirements such as HIPAA.
• Ability to quickly learn new tools and concepts, with a proactive, adaptable, and continuous improvement mindset.
• Ability to tailor communication to varied audiences, actively listen to uncover requirements, and ensure accurate and timely information exchange.
• Ability to analyze information, identify patterns and root causes, and collaborate with partners to implement practical solutions.
• Ability to leverage technology to tailor communications to varied audiences, listen to uncover needs, analyze root causes, and collaborate on practical solutions.
• Ability to effectively organize work, balance competing priorities, and manage time across multiple responsibilities and deadlines.

Hybrid

Role designation definition:

• Teleworking is working full time remote.
• Hybrid is a minimum of 2 days onsite.
• Onsite is full-time onsite.

Anchored in Connection

Our hybrid approach is designed to balance flexibility with meaningful in-person connection and collaboration. We come together in the office two days each week - most teams designate at least one anchor day to ensure team interaction. These in-person moments foster relationships, creativity, and