Tableau Developer - Healthcare Data Analytics

Job Overview: • We are seeking a highly skilled Tableau Developer to support the development of interactive dashboards and data visualizations for healthcare analytics. • The role will involve working with the MN APCD to analyze cost drivers, generate insights, and design user-friendly dashboards that comply with state standards. • The ideal candidate will have experience in data visualization, SQL-based data processing, and working with healthcare claims data. Key Responsibilities: 1. Dashboard Development & Data Visualization: • Develop interactive dashboards in Tableau to visualize healthcare spending trends, including inpatient and outpatient facility spending, pharmacy spending, and professional services. • Ensure that dashboards meet accessibility, usability, and responsiveness standards across multiple devices (computers, tablets, mobile). • Collaborate with stakeholders to define visualization requirements and improve user experience. • Conduct multiple iterations of dashboard designs based on feedback from the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH). 2. Data Preparation & Analysis: • Prepare and process data for analysis using SQL (AWS Redshift, PostgreSQL). • Create and manage data marts and upstream analytic files for dashboard integration. • Perform data cleaning, aggregation, and transformation to support healthcare cost analysis. • Develop automated data refresh mechanisms and ensure data integrity in dashboards. 3. Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement: • Work closely with MDH staff, MNIT, and other internal teams to align project goals and methodologies. • Participate in requirement-gathering sessions and provide expert guidance on Tableau capabilities. • Engage in meetings with accessibility reviewers, security teams, and Tableau administrators for dashboard deployment. 4. Technical Documentation & Support: • Document dashboard methodologies, data processing techniques, and design decisions. • Provide technical support for six months post-launch to ensure dashboard functionality and usability. • ssist MDH in preparing dashboards for public release on their website, ensuring compliance with state security and accessibility standards. 5. Compliance & Best Practices: • Ensure adherence to MNIT's architecture best practices and security policies. • Follow HIP nd HITECH regulations for handling sensitive healthcare data. • Support end-user acceptance testing and change control standards. Required Qualifications: • 5+ years of experience working with healthcare claims data for analytical purposes. • 3+ years of experience creating data marts or tables using SQL-based databases. • 3+ years of experience working with state health agencies or similar organizations on healthcare data analytics. • 1+ year of experience developing interactive dashboards using Tableau. • Strong knowledge of Tableau Server, Tableau Desktop, and data visualization best practices. • Proficiency in SQL (AWS Redshift, PostgreSQL) for data extraction and processing. • Understanding of healthcare data privacy and security regulations. Preferred Qualifications: • Experience with R or SAS for statistical analysis. • Familiarity with public health reporting and cost analysis methodologies. • Experience integrating Tableau dashboards with AWS-based cloud environments.