Data Analyst I

About the job

Summary Analyzes current operational functions and offers and implements improvements. Maintains databases and extracts data for analysis. Runs and reviews reports, analyzing results in support of operational functions.

Description Logistics: BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina Location: This role is located at 4101 Percival Road, Columbia, SC 29229. This is an onsite role from 8:00am - 5:00pm Monday through Friday.

Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for sponsorship now or in the future.

Position Purpose Analyzes current operational functions and offers and implements improvements. Maintains databases and extracts data for analysis. Runs and reviews reports, analyzing results in support of operational functions.

What You’ll Do

• Extracts data from multiple systems and departments using various data manipulation and extraction techniques for regular, cyclical, and ad hoc reporting.
• Performs research, analyzes reports, and creates statistical models for presentation/review. Summarizes findings and communicates results to management.
• Identifies operational inadequacies and uses various skills and resources to retool processes.
• Communicates with other areas regarding outcomes and reporting.

Work Environment: Typical office environment. Some travel between buildings and out of town.

Required Education

To Qualify for This Position, You’ll Need:

• Bachelor's degree in a job-related field

Degree Equivalency

• Total 4 years job-related work experience

OR

• Associate's degree and 2 years job-related work experience

Required Skills And Abilities

• Good organizational, customer service, communications, and analytical skills.
• Ability to use complex mathematical calculations and understand mathematical and statistical concepts.
• Knowledge of relevant computer support systems.

Required Software And Tools

• Microsoft Office.
• Ability to acquire programming skills across various software platforms.

We Prefer That You Have

• Salesforce experience
• Background in insurance and sales
• 2 Years-Related research and analysis experience.
• Negotiation or persuasion skills.
• Ability to acquire or knowledge of ICD9/CPT4 coding.
• SAS and/or DB2, or other relational database.

What We Can Do For You

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Subsidized health plans and free vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Paid annual leave - the longer you work here, the more you earn.
• Nine paid holidays
• On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations
• Wellness programs and a healthy lifestyle premium discount
• Tuition assistance
• Service recognition

What To Expect Next

After submitting your application, our recruiting team members will review your resume to ensure you meet the qualifications. This may include a brief telephone interview or email communication with our recruiter to verify resume specifics and salary requirements. Management will be conducting interviews with those candidates who qualify with prioritization given to those candidates who demonstrate the preferred qualifications.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and our subsidiary companies maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment to promote employment opportunities for persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other legally protected status. Additionally, as a federal contractor, the company maintains affirmative action programs to promote employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all phases of the employment process and to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, pregnant individuals, individuals with pregnancy-related conditions, and individuals needing accommodations for sincerely held religious beliefs, provided that those accommodations do not impose an undue hardship on the Company.

If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email mycareer.help@bcbssc.com or call 800-288-2227, ext. 47480 with the nature of your request. We will make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

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