Job Overview
Company:
Location:
Base Pay:
 $63,360 - $79,600 /Year
Other Pay:
Employee Type:
 Full-Time
Industry:
 Healthcare - Health Services
Insurance
Managed Care
Manages Others:
 No
Job Type:
 Health Care
Insurance
Req'd Education:
 4 Year Degree
Req'd Experience:
 At least 3 year(s)
Req'd Travel:
 Negligible
Relocation Covered:
 No
Reference ID:
27745002_309410927
 
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company overview

Aetna is one of the nation’s leading diversified health care benefits companies, serving members with information and resources to help them make better informed decisions about their health care.

Aetna offers a broad range of traditional and consumer-directed health insurance products and related services, including medical, pharmacy, dental, behavioral health, group life, long-term care and disability plans and medical management capabilities. Our customers include employer groups, individuals, college students, part-time and hourly workers, health plans and government-sponsored plans.

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Informatics Analyst- Health Data Analytics- SAS Analyst
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job description

ABOUT OUR COMPANY
We are a company built on excellence. We have a culture that values growth, achievement and diversity and a workplace where your voice can be heard.


JOB GROUP SUMMARY
The dedication of talented and caring health care professionals drives the delivery of high quality, cost effective products and services. They make it possible for members to get the right health care treatment for their needs and for Aetna to keep its competitive edge.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Completes analysis of integrated healthcare data using descriptive and inferential statistics to create utilization, quality and cost containment summary information to assist in decision support.
  • Performs research and custom analysis of complex healthcare claims, pharmacy and lab data and provides data summaries and reports.
  • Performs all aspects of data analyses (i.e., data acquisition, data management, programming and documentation) and identifies data issues and makes recommendations on research design and analysis.
  • Transforms claims and other data into meaningful measures of quality and performance.
  • Evaluates, writes and presents reports and makes recommendations based on project findings.
  • Illustrates complex information in a clear and concise manner.
  • Creatively translates information using business knowledge.
  • Interprets, analyzes and presents key findings to key internal and external customers.
  • May mentor and provide guidance or expertise to team members to develop a talented and energetic team.

    EDUCATION:
    Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. 


    • job Requirements

    REQUIRED SKILLS:
  • Strong SQL and SAS programming skills (e.g., SAS Base, SAS STAT, SAS Macros).
  • Strong reporting skills using Excel and Word.
  • Familiarity with complex databases and UNIX or mainframe environments.
  • Ability to understand, run and execute previously written SAS in documenting the steps in all data processing tasks.
  • Some experience with SAS/IntrNet, HTML, or Web development a plus.
  • Turning Data into Information; Leveraging Technology.
  • Use technology to develop efficient, creative solutions for analysis, problem-solving and customer solutions.
  • Provide the business with guidance on appropriate selection of metrics to isolate and quantify program performance.
  • Develop algorithms to extract data from multiple sources and link data from various tables to create data sets for use in specific analyses.
     
    FUNCTIONAL WORK EXPERIENCES
  • Information Management: Business Information Analysis
  • Clinical/Medical: Consultative Informatics
  • Information Management: Data Acquisition, Data Management, Programming and Documentation
  • Information Management: Provides very complex programming and analytical support for medical cost trend analysis and strategic planning.
  • Information Management: Applied Research and Statistical Analysis

    We value leadership, creativity and initiative.  If you share those values and a commitment to excellence and innovation, consider a career with Aetna.

    We conduct pre-employment drug and background testing.
    Aetna does not permit the use of tobacco related products or drugs in the workplace. No agencies, please.
     
    Aetna is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. M/F/D/V

    Aetna is committed to maintaining an environment in which all employees are treated equitably and given the opportunity within the context of the business to achieve their potential. Aetna's Affirmative Action responsibilities extend to women, minorities, persons with disabilities and veterans. Company policy also provides for equal opportunity for qualified individuals regardless of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or marital status. 

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