Government Healthcare Data Consultant

We are seeking a talented individual to join our Government Healthcare Consulting - Informatics team at Marsh. This role can be based in Phoenix, Minneapolis, Atlanta, or Seattle and offers a hybrid work arrangement, requiring a minimum of three days per week in the office.

Medicaid is a government-sponsored health insurance program in the United States designed to provide healthcare coverage to low-income individuals and families. As a consulting firm specializing in Medicaid, Marsh’s Government Healthcare Consulting team assists state governments in optimizing their Medicaid programs. Our team plays a vital role in managing and analyzing Medicaid claims data to enhance patient access to care, improve cost efficiency, and elevate the quality of services provided to these individuals.

As a **Sr.**Government Healthcare Data Consultant, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with experienced programmers, actuaries, and clinicians, contributing to meaningful projects that aim to positively impact the lives of individuals and families in need. Join us in making a difference!

We will count on you to:

• Utilize SAS programming software to interpret, validate and analyze large health care data sets

• Participate in initial meetings with clients or project leads to define the scope of the project and provide insight and expertise including knowledge of the capabilities and flexibility of various approaches

• Define the data process based on project scope, insight from the project lead and direction from the project's senior actuarial staff

• Understand the reasons and impacts of data anomalies and exceptions on the analysis, formulate solutions, and communicate to client teams

• Thrive and be motivated by an environment that embraces AI and technology-enabled tools

• Perform technical peer review for data analysis projects

• Act as a mentor for junior staff

What you need to have: 

• BA/BS or equivalent experience required

• Minimum 5 years’ experience using SAS (desired), SQL, or equivalent programming language

• Experience with healthcare claims data

• Strong analytical and mathematical skills

• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks in a demanding work environment

• Strong critical thinking and analytical problem-solving skills

What makes you stand out?

• Experience with Medicaid programs and associated health care data, preferably in a consulting environment

• Excellent interpersonal skills; strong oral and written communication skills

Why join our team:

• We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work and supportive leaders.

• We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have an impact on colleagues, clients, and communities.

• Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well-being.

Marsh (NYSE: MRSH) is a global leader in risk, reinsurance and capital, people and investments, and management consulting, advising clients in 130 countries. With annual revenue of over $27 billion and more than 95,000 colleagues, Marsh helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit marsh.com, or follow us on LinkedIn and X.

Marsh is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, veteran status (including protected veterans), or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by contacting reasonableaccommodations@marsh.com.

Marsh is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one “anchor day” per week on which their full team will be together in person.

The applicable base salary range for this role is $88,000 to $176,000.

The base pay offered will be determined on factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, education, and any applicable minimum wage requirements. Decisions will be determined on a case-by-case basis. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentives.

We are excited to offer a competitive total rewards package which includes health and welfare benefits, tuition assistance, 401K savings and other retirement programs as well as employee assistance programs.