Quality Improvement Data Analyst

Alignment Health

. Perform routine and ad-hoc analyses across operational datasets to uncover trends, variance drivers, root causes, and performance risks .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $70,823 - $106,234 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in data analysis and business intelligence, with proficiency in SQL and experience using BI platforms like Power BI or Tableau. Capable of translating complex data insights into actionable business recommendations while supporting compliance and regulatory reporting.

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Data AnalysisSQL ProficiencyBusiness Intelligence PlatformsAnalytical Model DevelopmentHealthcare Compliance Experience

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisSQLAnalytical ModelingForecasting ToolsProcess ImprovementData Quality ChecksKPI FrameworksAutomationLean/Six SigmaData Governance

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-SolvingCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Power BITableauLooker

Industry Keywords

Medicare AdvantageHEDISCAHPS/HOS SurveyValue-Based CarePayer Operations

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonSQLTableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform routine and ad-hoc analyses across operational datasets to uncover trends, variance drivers, root causes, and performance risks
Design, build, and maintain dashboards and reporting tools
Partner with Operations, Finance, IT, Quality, Compliance, and Product teams to investigate issues and develop data solutions
Translate analytical findings into business implications and recommendations
Support standardized data definitions, data quality checks, and KPI frameworks
Serve as an analytics resource and data steward for new systems, workflows, process redesign, and operational transformations
Develop analytical models and forecasting tools for capacity planning, performance improvement, and strategic initiative evaluation
Identify opportunities to automate data collection, reporting, and workflow processes
Create visual storytelling artifacts for technical and non-technical audiences
Support regulatory, compliance, and audit-related reporting
Perform other duties and projects as assigned
Individual contributor role with no supervisory responsibilities

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years of experience in data analysis, business intelligence, or operations analytics
Experience using data to support process improvement, operations strategy, or performance management
Understanding of calculation methodology and technical specifications related to Star Rating (HEDIS, CAHPS/HOS Survey, Admin, Part D) and overall Medicare Advantage Quality Programs
Bachelor’s degree in Data Analytics, Business, Information Systems, Economics, Public Health, or a related field, or 4+ years of direct relevant experience in place of the degree
Proficiency in SQL for data extraction and manipulation
Experience with a Business Intelligence platform (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Looker)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to translate data into meaningful insights
Ability to communicate complex concepts to technical and non-technical audiences
Understanding of workflows, KPIs, SLAs, and process improvement
Preferred: healthcare, insurance, or regulated-environment experience
Preferred: cross-functional or matrixed organization experience
Preferred: formal training in data analysis, data management, Lean/Six Sigma, or BI tools
Preferred: Python, R, or advanced analytics tools
Preferred: data governance or master data management principles
Preferred: automation, workflow optimization, or scalable data pipelines
Preferred: Medicare Advantage, value-based care, or payer operations familiarity