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# Analyst I - REMOTE at Health Services Advisory Group, Inc.

- **Company:** Health Services Advisory Group, Inc.
- **Location:** Remote
- **Compensation:** $70k–$75k
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** remote
- **Posted:** 2025-10-02
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-20
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/hsag/2937f26a-3e66-4d42-ba61-c26e5b52f488

## Job description

Are you passionate about improving the quality of healthcare? Are you ready to leverage your talents to make healthcare better for everyone? Do you want the opportunity to give back to your community? Do you want to have fun at work?

Then join the growing team at Health Services Advisory Group (HSAG) that is transforming the delivery of healthcare in the United States!

Summary HSAG is nationally recognized as an industry leader in healthcare data analytics, healthcare quality measurement, measure development, and survey research. We are seeking talented, intellectually curious individuals who are interested in beginning or advancing a career in healthcare analytics as an Analyst I within HSAG’s Data Science & Advanced Analytics division. The Analyst I works with experienced analysts, data scientists, project managers, and healthcare professionals to transform complex healthcare data into meaningful and actionable information. This position provides an opportunity to develop technical skills while contributing to projects designed to improve healthcare quality, outcomes, equity, and efficiency. At HSAG, our work supports positive change across the healthcare system. The Analyst I will contribute to that mission by applying quantitative methods, developing reliable analytical products, and communicating findings that help healthcare decisionmakers better understand performance and identify opportunities for improvement. Description The Analyst I position is a key contributor to cutting-edge analytic work that spans the broad spectrum of healthcare data projects at HSAG. Driven by intellectual curiosity and a passion for healthcare quality, the Analyst I position supports innovative analytic plans that are intended to provide healthcare decision and policy makers with the necessary information to transform healthcare. HSAG analysts within the Data Science & Advanced Analytics division assist in designing a wide array of analytic studies and participate in all phases of the research design process. Analysts may work with a wide array of data to facilitate data exploration, including (but not limited to) the following data types: survey case review medical and prescription drug claims and encounters eligibility demographic clinical electronic health record registry vital statistics operational Details regarding potential project assignments and key sources of data will be discussed with candidates during the interview process. Essential Competencies, Duties and Responsibilities The Analyst I is expected to perform the following responsibilities with appropriate guidance and oversight: Analytical and Technical Responsibilities Serve as an engaged and collaborative member of HSAG’s Data Science & Advanced Analytics division. Develop an understanding of common healthcare data sources, structures, terminology, uses, and limitations. Apply established statistical, epidemiological, and analytical methods to address defined project questions under the guidance of senior staff. Write, test, and maintain accurate and efficient statistical programming code. Use SAS, Python, and other approved analytical tools to access, combine, transform, analyze, and summarize data under the direction of senior staff. Work with relational databases and use structured query methods to retrieve and evaluate data. Prepare analysis-ready datasets by cleaning, recoding, joining, aggregating, and restructuring source data. Conduct descriptive analyses and support the development of appropriate statistical models. Implement approved analysis plans, programming specifications, and data validation procedures. Perform quality-control reviews, including record counts, frequency reviews, reasonableness checks, reconciliation activities, and independent verification of analytical results. Investigate proactively unexpected findings, data anomalies, and discrepancies, and communicate concerns to senior project staff. Cross-reference results against source documentation, technical specifications, prior reporting periods, or independently generated outputs. Produce accurate tables, charts, figures, data files, summaries, and other analytical deliverables. Maintain clear and reproducible documentation of data sources, programming logic, assumptions, analytical methods, and quality-control activities. Follow applicable organizational requirements for data privacy, security, confidentiality, and appropriate use of healthcare information. Project and Team Responsibilities Complete assigned analytical tasks accurately and within established project timelines. Manage multiple assignments by organizing work, monitoring deadlines, and communicating status to project leadership. Participate actively in project meetings, technical discussions, peer reviews, training sessions, and division activities. Collaborate effectively with other analysts, data scientists, project managers, clinicians, researchers, and other internal and external partners. Seek clarification when project requirements, source data, specifications, or expected outputs are unclear. Incorporate feedback from senior staff and demonstrate continuous improvement in technical and professional performance. Identify potential risks to analytical quality, schedules, or deliverables and communicate them promptly to the appropriate team member. Contribute to the development and refinement of standardized processes, reusable programming, documentation, and analytical tools. Communication and Professional Responsibilities Translate analytical results into clear, accurate, and audience-appropriate findings. Assist in preparing technical reports, presentations, written summaries, and customer deliverables. Present analytical methods and findings to internal teams and, when appropriate, customers or other stakeholders. Explain technical information clearly to individuals with varying levels of analytical expertise. Demonstrate professionalism, responsiveness, dependability, and sound judgment in interactions with colleagues and customers. Protect confidential, proprietary, and sensitive information. Represent HSAG professionally and consistently in all work-related interactions. Education and/or Experience Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative, analytical, public health, health services research, or related discipline. Relevant disciplines may include statistics, mathematics, economics, epidemiology, biostatistics, data science, computer science, health informatics, public policy, or a closely related field. Completion of college-level coursework in statistics and other quantitative or analytical methods. Academic, internship, research, or professional experience using data to answer defined questions, evaluate patterns, or produce analytical findings.

## Preferred

Master’s degree in a quantitative, analytical, public health, or healthcare-related discipline. Experience working with healthcare, public health, administrative, clinical, survey, or research data. Experience contributing to analytical projects in an academic, government, healthcare, consulting, or research environment. Experience preparing analytical results for technical and nontechnical audiences. Equivalent combinations of education and relevant experience may be considered, consistent with organizational requirements. Other Qualifications Technical Qualifications Foundational knowledge of statistical concepts and quantitative research methods. Knowledge of statistical programming in at least one language or analytical environment, such as SAS, SQL, R, or Python. Ability and willingness to develop proficiency in SAS programming. Experience working with relational databases or structured datasets. Ability to review, clean, manipulate, analyze, and validate data. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word. Familiarity with Microsoft PowerPoint and data visualization concepts. Ability to understand and follow technical specifications, programming requirements, and analytical protocols. Commitment to producing accurate, validated, well-documented, and reproducible analytical work. Professional Qualifications Strong analytical reasoning and problem-solving skills. Careful attention to detail, data accuracy, and analytical quality. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and concisely. Ability to learn new data sources, analytical methods, programming techniques, and healthcare subject matter. Ability to manage multiple assignments, organize competing priorities, and meet established deadlines. Ability to work independently while knowing when to seek direction or escalate concerns. Ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary and geographically distributed teams. Openness to constructive feedback and a demonstrated commitment to professional growth. Sound judgment when handling confidential, proprietary, or sensitive information. Demonstrated professionalism, dependability, initiative, and accountability.

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Disclaimer This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, management reserves the right to revise the position or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (e.g., emergencies, changes in personnel, work load, rush jobs requiring non-regular work hours, or technological developments).

HSAG is an EEO Employer of Veterans protected under Section 4212. If you have special needs and require assistance completing our employment application process, please feel free to contact us.

EOE M/F/Veteran/Disability

## About Health Services Advisory Group, Inc.

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Health Services Advisory Group, Inc. (HSAG) is a privately held healthcare quality improvement organization that provides external quality review, data analytics, and survey services to Medicare, Medicaid, and other health programs.
- **Entity Type**: Private (no disclosed funding rounds; appears bootstrapped or organically funded)
- **Headquarters**: Phoenix, Arizona, United States
- **Founded**: 1979
- **Founders**: A group of medical professionals (exact names not publicly listed)

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Healthcare quality improvement / Healthcare advisory services
- **Target customers**: Government agencies (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services), state Medicaid programs, hospitals, nursing homes, physician practices, managed care organizations — primarily B2G and B2B within the healthcare ecosystem.
- **Mission statement**: “To be a positive force in health care by providing helpful information and quality expertise to those who deliver and those who receive health services.”

## Products & Services
- **QIN-QIO Services (Quality Innovation Network – Quality Improvement Organization)**: HSAG works under federal contracts to improve the effectiveness, efficiency, economy, and quality of services delivered to Medicare beneficiaries in Arizona and California.
- **EQRO Services (External Quality Review Organization)**: Conducts health plan-specific reviews of quality of care, timeliness, and access for Medicaid managed care, behavioral health, and prepaid inpatient health plans across multiple states.
- **Data Science & Advanced Analytics**: Provides outcomes measurement, satisfaction surveys, and quality improvement interventions through the Survey, Research & Analysis Division.
- **Audit & Validation Services**: Offers audit services for managed care organizations, including MIPS attestation assistance and compliance reviews.
- **Healthcare Policy & Quality Measurement (HPQM)**: Provides clinical and analytical expertise for quality measure development and healthcare policy evaluation.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation**: Not disclosed (private company)
- **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue — approximately $45 million (source: ZoomInfo, likely 2024-2025 estimate). Total headcount reported as 305 (ZoomInfo, -1.6% YoY) or 511 (Built In, possibly broader definition). Conflicting headcount data exists; the lower figure likely reflects core employees, while the higher may include contractors or broader workforce.
- **Notable Clients/Contracts**: CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) as a QIN-QIO for Arizona and California; EQRO contracts for 15+ states including Arizona, California, Colorado, and others.
- **Growth Signals**: In May 2025, HSAG was awarded the CMS QIN-QIO 13th Statement of Work (13SOW) regional contract, extending its federal work. The company’s LinkedIn following grew 56.2% year-over-year, indicating increased brand visibility.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Deep government expertise**: 40+ years of experience working directly with CMS and state Medicaid agencies, creating high barriers to entry for competitors.
- **Dual role as QIN-QIO and EQRO**: Few organizations hold both designations, giving HSAG a unique vantage point across Medicare and Medicaid quality improvement.
- **Established trust and track record**: Helped Laguna Honda Hospital & Rehabilitation Center (the second largest nursing home in the U.S.) regain nursing home certification after two years of guidance.
- **Multi-state footprint**: Provides services in 16 states, with physical offices in Arizona, Hawaii, Florida, and California.

## Strategic Focus
- **Expanding federal and state contracts**: Recent award of the QIN-QIO 13SOW contract signals continued investment in Medicare quality improvement.
- **Broadening service offerings**: Introduction of MIPS Attestation Assistance Services (January 2025) and expansion of audit capabilities for managed care organizations.
- **Data-driven quality improvement**: Emphasis on advanced analytics and informatics to support federal and state program goals.

## Why Work Here
- **Work environment**: Hybrid and remote options available; job postings list “Remote” or “Hybrid” for many roles (e.g., Accounting Manager – Hybrid; Healthcare Auditor II – Remote).
- **Culture**: Employee rating of 3.4/5 on Indeed (208 reviews), with work-life balance rated 3.7 and compensation 3.7. Career development rated 3.4. Reviewers note exposure to a wide variety of Medicare and Medicaid contracts and good training in informatics and analytics.
- **Benefits**: Dental insurance, 401(k), pension plan, and family/childcare benefits reported (Built In). Salaries for recent postings: Healthcare Auditor II $80k–$90k/year; Health Plan Auditor I $62k–$70k/year.
- **Offices**: 4+ offices including Phoenix (HQ), Glendale (AZ), Tempe (AZ), Tampa (FL), and Kalaeloa (HI).
- **Mission-driven work**: Opportunity to directly impact healthcare quality for Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries across the country.

## Sources
1. [ZoomInfo - Health Services Advisory Group](https://www.zoominfo.com/c/health-services-advisory-group-inc/363315142)
2. [Built In - Health Services Advisory Group Careers](https://builtin.com/company/health-services-advisory-group)
3. [LinkedIn - Health Services Advisory Group](https://linkedin.com/company/health-services-advisory-group)
4. [Indeed - Health Services Advisory Group Reviews](https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Health-Services-Advisory-Group,-Inc.)
5. [The Org - Health Services Advisory Group](https://theorg.com/org/health-services-advisory-group)
6. [HSAG Careers Page (Lever)](https://jobs.lever.co/hsag)

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