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Penn State Health Corporation

Location: US:PA:Hershey
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 1.00
Shift: Day
Hours: 8:00a - 4:00p

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Responsible for providing data driven analytical support to the leadership of Penn State Health System in the day to day activities required in all areas of strategic planning and business development relative to developing, directing and communicating new or expanded clinical and business opportunities. Facilitates the development and maintenance of data collection, analysis and reporting on internal data and external market and environmental data to assist leadership in making sound business decisions. The Analyst is responsible for the overall development, analysis, reporting, dissection and distribution of relevant data, sets, metrics and other related material utilizing the databases and tools established by Penn State Health for strategic planning and business planning. The Data Analyst must be organized and understand complex data systems and be able to translate data into operational efficiencies, financial plans, business plans, and strategic recommendations to Senior Leadership. The Analyst must be able to work independently, and be able to decipher program and government regulations related to data use and management. The Analyst reports to the Director of Strategic Planning within the department of the Chief Strategy Officer.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor degree required

A degree in Business, Healthcare Management, Economics, or a Quantitative Discipline is preferred

Strong communication skills, presentation skills, and proficiency in quantitative analysis is required

Proficiency in Power Point, Access, and Advanced Excel skills required (Pivot Tables, VLookups, Nested If statements, etc.)

Knowledge of SQL and/or SAS is preferred

Ability to query data using a variety of Business Intelligence Tools required (i.e. MicroStrategy, Tableau, PowerPivot)

Knowledge of PHC-4 Inpatient and Aggregate Claims data preferred

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work under pressure required 

Ability to adapt and respond to unexpected changes required

Preferred Qualifications:

Master degree (MHA/MBA)

If chosen for this position, you may required to pass a Post Offer Employment Physical Exam in accordance with the measurements listed in the Work Task Analysis (WTA) report. This job description is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

Penn State Health is fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is unapologetically expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, martial status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please call 717-531-8440 between the hours of 7:30 AM and 4:30 PM, Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday, email hrsolutions@pennstatehealth.psu.edu or download our Accommodation Instructions for Job Applicants PDF for more detailed steps for assistance.