[Remote] Data Scientist, Revenue Cycle

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. City of Hope is a transformative organization dedicated to making a difference in the fight against cancer and other life-threatening illnesses. They are seeking a Data Scientist to analyze large datasets and generate insights that support revenue cycle optimization, collaborating with various teams to improve financial performance and operational efficiency.ResponsibilitiesPartner with revenue cycle, finance, and operational leaders to drive data-informed decision making across billing, coding, and collectionsAnalyze large datasets from EHR, billing, claims, and financial systems to identify revenue leakage and optimization opportunitiesDevelop and deploy predictive models to improve denials management, cash collections, and reimbursement outcomesDesign and implement pilots to test and optimize revenue cycle strategies in real-time environmentsBuild dashboards and visualizations to monitor KPIs such as AR days, denial rates, and net revenue performanceTranslate complex data findings into actionable insights for operational and executive stakeholdersIdentify trends and patterns related to payer performance, coding accuracy, and claim adjudicationLead analytics projects that support revenue cycle transformation and process improvement initiativesCollaborate cross-functionally with IT and clinical teams to enhance data quality and reporting capabilitiesSkillsMaster's degree with 0+ years of experience, or Bachelor's degree with 3+ years of relevant experienceExperience with data analytics, statistical modeling, and machine learning techniquesProficiency in at least one programming language such as Python, R, Java, or C/C++Strong experience with SQL and working with relational databases (e.g., Snowflake), along with data visualization tools such as TableauExperience with machine learning methods (e.g., Random Forest, XGBoost, LightGBM) and deep learning techniques (e.g., CNN, RNN, LSTM)Demonstrated ability to extract, analyze, and interpret data to develop predictive models and drive financial outcomesExperience creating data visualizations and communicating insights to non-technical audiencesStrong problem-solving skills with the ability to manage complex, cross-functional projectsFamiliarity with healthcare revenue cycle data, EHR systems (EPIC), claims, billing, and payer workflows requiredExperience with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure and modern data science tools preferredCompany OverviewCity of Hope is a cancer research and treatment non-profit organization specializing in diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. It was founded in 1913, and is headquartered in Duarte, California, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://www.cityofhope.org.