Sr. Data Analyst - Medical data / SAS required

UnitedHealth Group is an innovative leader in the health and well-being industry, serving more than 55 million Americans. Through our family of companies, we contribute outstanding clinical insight with consumer-friendly services and advanced technology to help people achieve optimal health.UnitedHealthcare, a UnitedHealth Group company, provides network-based health and well-being benefits and services for employers and consumers nationwide. We use our strength, diversity and innovation to improve the lives of the more than 18 million people who receive our unique products and services. And our endless pursuit for excellence in everything we do extends to your career as well. Join us today for an inspired and purposeful mix of professional growth opportunities and personal rewards. We are currently seeking a new Senior Data Analyst to join us at our Cypress, CA location. The chosen candidate will utilize their SAS skills to gather data and compile user-friendly reports. This is a prime opportunity for an individual with a background in data analysis to gain exposure and interact with many different levels of our world-renowned Fortune 100 Company. If you would like to become a mentor to others, enjoy future growth opportunities and all the benefits that only a healthcare industry leader can offer, we encourage you to apply today. Primary responsibilities include: Utilizing SAS and SQL to convert business requirements and data into reports Connecting to large databases and compiling reports as requested Collaborating with Business Analysts and manipulating data to create user-friendly reports Performing research and analysis on data to identify issues and discrepancies Acting as lead/mentor to junior members of the teamThe chosen candidate must have a demonstrated background in data analysis and proficiency with SAS programming. Excellent communication skills are also required, along with solid MS Excel/Access skills. Experience with SQL queries is mandatory. A background in the healthcare industry is preferred as is a Bachelor’s degree. UnitedHealth Group offers a full range of comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental and vision, as well as a matching 401k and an employee stock purchase plan.  Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V. Keywords: analyst, data, data entry, data processor, data reporting analyst