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DescriptionResearch Analyst - RemoteUnder the direction of the Head of Providence Health Plan (PHP) Payment Integrity (PI), the Research and Development (R&D) Analyst is responsible for identifying, developing, and implementing solutions to improve the accuracy and integrity of claims payments across the Plan. This role focuses on preventing and reducing unnecessary spending by scoping PI initiatives, analyzing claims data, developing a thorough implementation assessment plan, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to optimize the payment processes. This is accomplished by leveraging a deep understanding of Providence Health Plan infrastructure, claims edit and processing platforms, Plan policy, regulatory/compliance, benefit, and contracting functions to synthesize meaningful and actionable PI initiative recommendations.Providence Health Plan caregivers are not simply valued – they're invaluable. Join our team at Providence Health Plan Partners and thrive in our culture of patient‑focused, whole‑person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.Remote Work LocationsOregonWashingtonCaliforniaRequired QualificationsBachelor's Degree, or 3 years equivalent experience.3 years experience with performance improvement/organizational change tools.3 years experience working with large data sets and analytics teams.3 years claims processing experience within the health insurance industry.Experience with reimbursement methodologies, including the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), provider contracts, and medical coding practices.Healthcare experience in project coordination encompassing operations analysis, outcomes measurement methodology, data management and quality improvement process design.Salary Range by LocationCalifornia: Humboldt: Min: $33.05, Max: $51.30California: All Northern California - Except Humboldt: Min: $37.08, Max: $57.56California: All Southern California - Except Bakersfield: Min: $33.05, Max: $51.30California: Bakersfield: Min: $31.71, Max: $49.22Oregon: Non-Portland Service Area: Min: $29.56, Max: $45.88Oregon: Portland Service Area: Min: $31.71, Max: $49.22Washington: Western: Min: $33.05, Max: $51.30Washington: Southwest - Olympia, Centralia & Below: Min: $31.71, Max: $49.22Washington: Eastern: Min: $28.21, Max: $43.80Washington: South Eastern: Min: $29.56, Max: $45.88BenefitsOur best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. We believe diversity makes us stronger, so we are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workforce, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement.#J-18808-Ljbffr