SAS Analyst

Our client, a leading healthcare organization dedicated to advancing patient care and safety, is looking for a contract Data Analyst. This is a fully remote role.

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Data Analyst to support the Community Health Regulatory Reporting team in transitioning data from the current system to a new data entry and storage system. This is a critical role that involves working closely with the IT team, consultants, and various stakeholders to develop, implement, and optimize processes for managing data related to three key regulatory reports. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in SAS programming, data migration, and experience working with Workiva and Databricks, although a willingness to learn new tools is also highly valued.

Contract Duration: 12-Months

Required Skills & Experience
• BS/MS degree required.
• Proficiency in SAS programming, Ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate and report progress.
• Proven ability to maintain clear documentation and track issues.
• 5+ analytic years of experience
• SAS programming and general understanding of data integration, data warehouses, and data entry systems.
• Clear communication and documentation skills.
• Curiosity and willingness to learn something new!

Desired Skills & Experience
• Experience working with Databricks and/or Workiva.
• Experience with data migration and data integration

What You Will Be Doing

Daily Responsibilities
• Help transition data from current system into a new data entry system (Workiva) and assisting IT team with developing data warehouse within Databricks.
• Develop, test, and execute SAS programs.
• Maintain clear and concise documentation of all work processes, challenges, and solutions.
• Provide regular updates and maintain open communication about the status of the project.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure data migration meets program requirements and timelines.
• As a Data Analyst, you will be responsible for assisting in the transition of data from legacy systems into Workiva, a platform used for data entry and regulatory reporting. This includes helping to design and visualize a data entry tool within Workiva, collaborating with a consultant group to build these tools, and ensuring the integration of this data entry system with the broader Databricks data warehouse.
• Your role will involve supporting the development of the data architecture and ensuring that data flows efficiently from Workiva into Databricks and the data is accurate (as reported).
• You will work closely with the data lead and IT team to help model data within Databricks and develop the necessary SAS code to extract data from the warehouse for reporting and analysis.
• A key component of this role will be maintaining clear documentation of processes, issues, and solutions, ensuring that all changes made to the system are well-documented and communicated across teams.
• You will also play an important role in training the larger Community Health team on how to enter data in Workiva, generate reports, and extract data from the data warehouse, ensuring they are equipped with the skills to effectively use these systems.
• To succeed in this role, you will need to be able to work independently while collaborating with various teams.
• You must have strong communication skills to keep all stakeholders informed about project progress, critical issues, and potential solutions.
• Additionally, you will need to possess a strong ability to learn new technologies and processes, particularly as you engage with Workiva, Databricks, and the integration between these platforms.
• This position offers an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of transforming data management and reporting within the community health space.