IEHP · 22 hours ago
Data Scientist II
Rancho Cucamonga, CA, US
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
4+ years expIEHP is committed to healing and inspiring the human spirit, and they are seeking a Data Scientist II to model complex problems and provide insights using statistical and algorithmic techniques. The role involves collaborating with business stakeholders and data science developers to enhance data insights and support business operations.
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Responsibilities
Lead and drive cross-functional data science projects from beginning to end, which include building relationships with partner teams, framing and structuring questions, collecting, and analyzing data
Apply descriptive and predictive analytics to help drive insights and business decisions
Apply a diverse set of tactics such as statistics, quantitative reasoning, and machine learning to research and produce insights
Work with data engineering and data solutions teams to ensure proper data tracking is set up for features and support debugging and development of new ETL processes
Build deep-dive analyses and eventual machine learning models to better forecast risk across the portfolio for our contracts and claims activity
Support business operations, finance, quality systems, and other internal teams by building analytics and reporting to understand overall business performance and increase organizational efficiencies
Manage tests for specific providers and generate data to build out case studies and messaging strategies
Designs experiments, test hypotheses, and build models
Conducts data analysis and create moderately complex algorithms
Work with Institute stakeholders to identify the business requirements and the expected outcomes
Work with and alongside business analysts by suggesting other products of interest to the client
Models and frames business scenarios that are meaningful and which impact on critical business processes and/or decisions
Collaborate with Institute subject matter experts to select the relevant sources of information
Recommend ongoing improvements to methods and algorithms that lead to findings, including new information
Provide on-going tracking and monitoring of performance of decision systems and statistical models
Communicate analysis and decisions to high-level stakeholders and executives in verbal, visual, and written formats
Collaborate with business leaders, subject matter experts, and decision makers to develop success criteria and optimize new solutions, features, policies, and models
Demonstrate a commitment to support IEHP’s strategic priorities to become a 5-Star Health Plan and incorporate LEAN principles into daily work
Ensure the privacy and security of PHI (Protected Health Information) as outlined in IEHP's policies and procedures relating to HIPAA compliance
Perform any other duties as required to ensure Health Plan operations and department business needs are successful
Qualification
Required
Minimum of four (4) years of experience in analytics, data science, and business intelligence
Experience in developing algorithms, predictive analytics, or statistical models and using statistical packages are required
Experience in analyzing large data sets that have complex (i.e., unstructured, structured, and semi-structured) designs is also required
Bachelor's degree in a related field or any non-related field along with a certification in data science from an accredited institution is required
Strong understanding of Machine Learning theory with significant applied experience
Familiarity with basic principles of distributed computing and/or distributed databases
Knowledge of one or more business/functional areas
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Strong analytic and critical thinking skills. In addition to advanced analytic skills, this role is also proficient at integrating and preparing large, varied datasets, architecting specialized databases, and computing environments, and communicating results
Strong written and verbal communication skills. Excellent interpersonal/ communication skills
Strong scientific Python skills using pandas, scikit-learn, and statistical models, as well as strong understanding of model deployment patterns
Proven ability to facilitate cross-functional projects that depend on the contributions of others in a variety of disciplines
Ability to multi-task while maintaining careful attention-to-detail
Ability to handle multiple projects, data input, and strong problem-solving capability
Proven ability to manipulate large datasets and use database and general-purpose programming language (such as Hadoop MapReduce, Python, JavaScript, or other big data frameworks, Java)
Demonstrable ability to quickly understand new concepts-all the way down to the theorems- and to come out with original solutions to mathematical issues
Ability to build relationships and influence across the organization
Independent self-starter who is driven to success, takes great pride in accomplishments, and works with a sense of urgency to meet deadlines and address competing priorities
Preferred
Experience in the areas of medical or health services is preferred
Benefits
Competitive salary
State of the art fitness center on-site
Medical Insurance with Dental and Vision
Life, short-term, and long-term disability options
Career advancement opportunities and professional development
Wellness programs that promote a healthy work-life balance
Flexible Spending Account – Health Care/Childcare
CalPERS retirement
457(b) option with a contribution match
Paid life insurance for employees
Pet care insurance
Company
IEHP
With a mission to heal and inspire the human spirit, Inland Empire Health Plan (IEHP) is one of the top 10 largest Medicaid health plans, the largest not-for-profit Medicare-Medicaid public health plan in the country, and for the fourth year in a row, certified as A Great Place To Work®.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$32.38M2021-02-04Grant· $32.38M
Leadership Team
Susie White
Chief Operating Officer
Katherine A. Kang
Vice President, HR Strategic Initiatives and Business Partners
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