Decision Scientist - Healthcare Actuary at CVS Health

Hartford, Connecticut, United States

CVS Health Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
HealthcareIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Business Analytics, Economics, Physics, Engineering, or related discipline
  • 3+ years Health Insurance Actuarial experience, including proven ability to communicate and consult effectively with internal or external clients
  • 3+ years of professional experience in data analytics, BI, data engineering or applied data science
  • 3+ years of experience with SQL and/or Python/R
  • Fewer years of experience may be acceptable with a related Master's degree and appropriate scholastic experience
  • 3+ exams passed towards Society of Actuaries accreditation
  • Preferred Qualifications
  • Master's degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Business Analytics, Economics, Physics, Engineering, or related discipline
  • 4+ years of professional experience in data analytics, BI, data engineering or applied data science
  • 4+ years of experience with SQL and Python/R
  • Associate of the Society of Actuaries or Fellow of the Society of Actuaries

Responsibilities

  • Develops, validates and executes algorithms and predictive models to investigate problems, detect patterns and recommend solutions
  • Explores, examines and interprets large volumes of healthcare utilization data in various forms
  • Performs analyses of predominantly structured data to solve moderately complex business problems, utilizing advanced statistical techniques and mathematical analyses
  • Develops data structures and pipelines to organize, collect and standardize data that helps generate insights and addresses reporting needs
  • Uses data visualization techniques to effectively communicate analytical results and support business decisions
  • Creates & evaluates the data needs of assigned projects and assures the integrity of the data
  • Documents projects including business objectives, data gathering and processing, detailed set of results and analytical metrics
  • Gain extensive experience with SQL, Python, Spark & Cloud computing (AWS, GCP, MS Azure)

Skills

Actuarial Science
Data Science
Machine Learning
Predictive Modeling
Risk Prediction
Statistical Analysis
Healthcare Data
Data Pipelines
Python
SQL

CVS Health

Comprehensive pharmacy and healthcare services

About CVS Health

CVS Health operates a large network of retail pharmacies and walk-in medical clinics across the United States, providing a variety of health-related products and services. Their offerings include prescription medications, over-the-counter health products, and beauty items, as well as pharmacy benefits management and specialty pharmacy services. CVS Health's integrated business model allows them to serve individual consumers, businesses, and communities effectively, with a focus on improving health outcomes and reducing healthcare costs. Unlike many competitors, CVS Health combines pharmacy services with medical care, making it easier for patients to access quality healthcare. The company's goal is to enhance access to healthcare and support individuals in achieving better health.

Woonsocket, Rhode IslandHeadquarters
1963Year Founded
DEBTCompany Stage
Healthcare, Consumer GoodsIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Company Equity
Wellness Program
Professional Development Budget
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays

Risks

Legal challenges related to opioid prescriptions could harm CVS's reputation and finances.
The DOJ's intervention in a whistleblower lawsuit may increase legal costs for CVS.
The Horizon Organic Milk recall exposes potential vulnerabilities in CVS's supply chain.

Differentiation

CVS Health operates over 9,600 retail pharmacies and 1,100 walk-in clinics nationwide.
The company integrates pharmacy benefits management with specialty pharmacy services for comprehensive care.
CVS Health offers tailored medication plans through personalized medicine and pharmacogenomics.

Upsides

Expansion of telehealth services allows CVS to reach more patients remotely.
Increased consumer interest in wellness boosts demand for CVS's health-related products.
The trend towards value-based care aligns with CVS's integrated healthcare approach.

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