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Associate Accreditation Research Analyst
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Organization: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
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Job Description:
BlueCross and BlueShield of Tennessee
Chattanooga, TN
The mission of the Medical Informatics Division (MI) is to support all BCBST business units by conducting research, and developing tools and processes that improve the outcomes, quality, access to, cost and utilization and management of health care. MI achieves this mission through analysis and health services and other types of research designed to (1) improve clinical practice, (2) improve BCBST's ability to provide access to and deliver high quality, high-value health care, and (3) provide policy makers with the ability to assess the impact of system changes on outcomes, quality, access, cost, and use of health care resources. The candidate chosen for this position will serve to support the mission of the MI division.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
The incumbent will work closely with consultants, senior researchers, and business unit staff to support the MI mission through the following major activities:
• Quality and Outcomes Improvement, Management and Research Initiatives
• HEDIS
• Surveys
• EPSDT/ TENNderCARE
• Epidemiological/Geospatial Studies, Evaluations, Investigations, and Surveillance Programs
• Research Studies
• Statistical Analyses
• Report and Tool Development
1. Assist consultants and senior researchers with developing the above-mentioned activities and programs.
2. Be responsible for maintaining production of reports related to the above-mentioned activities, conduct analyses, and provide recommendations based on data contained in the report.
3. Produce visual explanations and conduct research studies related to the above-mentioned activities.
Please apply via our career site at:
https://www.bcbst.com/about/careers/openings/
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Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative/research discipline and two or more years of data analyses or research experience in a managed health care environment OR Advanced degree in a quantitative/research discipline
• Basic knowledge of statistics and experience using SAS, including data extraction, data preparation and working with large databases
• Working knowledge of MS Office products
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written are essential
• Prior exposure to clinical concepts/coding and familiarity with regulatory guidelines and requirements (NCQA, CMS, EQRO, URAC etc.) is desirable
• Proven problem solving ability and experience in managing multiple assignments with critical deadlines; teamwork and leadership qualities are a plus
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| Job Category: |
Informatics |
| Job Status: |
Full Time |
| Location:
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Chattanooga, Tennessee
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| Start Date:
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ASAP |
| Salary:
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Undisclosed |
| Contact:
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Shirley Tiedeman |
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| Reference:
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0901077 |
| Date Posted:
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8/26/2009 4:54:14 PM |
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