KNG Health Seeking Programmer/Data Analyst

KNG Health Consulting, LLC, a health economics and policy consulting company, has been serving clients across all sectors of the healthcare industry since 2007. Our analysts bring experience from the private, public, and academic sectors. KNG Health is an employee-driven organization focused on investing in our staff and promoting teamwork and idea sharing. Employees have the opportunity to influence the direction of the company and the type of research we do. Our collaborative company culture and focus on innovation motivate us to create the best possible solutions for our clients.  At the same time, our small size gives us the latitude to be flexible and responsive if our clients’ needs change.  This is a unique opportunity to be a key contributor in a small, dynamic company. The work environment is collegial and productive.

Position Summary

KNG Health is seeking a programmer/data analyst with experience in working with large healthcare datasets using SAS or Stata. The programmer/data analyst will work closely with other researchers at KNG Health to develop analysis plans, manipulate multiple complex datasets, build databases, and code programs to generate results that are useful to clients. The programmer/data analyst will also be responsible for reviewing and documenting code, improving processes and efficiency, and working collaboratively with team members to continually refine code and coding practices.

The programmer/data analyst will develop and conduct studies on Medicare payment policies, alternative payment models, value-based payment systems, Medicare Advantage, Medicaid, and health insurance coverage. These studies will be performed for federal and state governments, national provider associations, pharmaceutical and medical device companies, and foundations.

The position is for full-time work at KNG Health offices in North Bethesda, Maryland (a suburb of Washington D.C.). KNG Health is following a hybrid schedule with staff working in the office at least some days during the week.

Skills and Experience

Strong candidates will have the following skills and experience:

• BS/BA or advanced degree in data science, computer science, statistics, or related field with at least 1-3 years of programming experience in a professional environment;
• Experience working with large data sets, e.g., Medicare claims, Medicare Advantage encounter data, and/or TMSIS data;
• Programming proficiency in SAS and/or Stata; Experience with SQL, Python, and/or R is a plus.
• Knowledge of Medicare payment systems, Medicare Advantage, alternative payment models, and/or value-based payment approaches;
• Excellent communication and writing skills;
• Ability to work independently and efficiently with attention to detail;

Compensation and Benefits

Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. Compensation includes a benefits package (including health, dental, vision, life, and short-term and long-term disability) with 85% employer-paid health coverage for employees. Other benefits include an immediately vested defined contribution plan and a 3% employer match after one year of service and paid parental leave.

How to Apply

Please e-mail letter of interest, resume, and coding sample to jobs@knghealth.com with the following subject line: “Job 2025-01 Programmer.”

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.

KNG Health Consulting, LLC, is an equal opportunity employer.