Senior QA Analyst - Healthcare Data & Analytics

RiverPoint Group

  • Chicago, IL
  • Contract
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
Senior QA Analyst – Healthcare Data & AnalyticsLocation: Remote OpportunityEmployment Type: W2 Hourly (No C2C or third-party vendors)At MSR Technology Group, we specialize in cutting-edge system integration and data-driven solutions for private and government sector clients. Our team works on high-impact projects that improve healthcare operations and decision-making.We believe in empowering our employees by providing challenging, rewarding opportunities in data analytics, business intelligence, and digital transformation. If you're looking for a collaborative environment where your expertise can make a difference, MSR Technology Group is the place to grow your career.Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop test strategies and templates for healthcare data validation.
  • Collaborate with ETL, BI, and QA teams to design and execute test cases.
  • Write SQL-based tests, including minus queries and balancing queries.
  • Automate testing processes where feasible, leveraging existing tools.
  • Maintain test tracking and defect management systems to ensure accuracy.
  • Create repeatable test scripts for batch execution.
  • Support defect resolution, retesting, and change control processes.
  • Facilitate user acceptance testing (UAT) with business users and partner teams.
  • Maintain a log of open issues and proactively resolve challenges to meet project deadlines.
Required Qualifications:
  • 5+ years of QA experience, with 2+ years in a healthcare data warehouse environment.
  • 3+ years of experience with SQL testing, including analytic functions.
  • Experience with BI tools such as Tableau, Cognos, Business Objects, MS Analysis Services, Hyperion, or Oracle.
  • Knowledge of Federal and State healthcare programs (Medicaid, CHIP) and claims data processing.
  • Experience across SDLC phases, including requirements analysis, system design, testing, and maintenance.
  • Expertise in system and regression testing, including test case creation and execution.
  • Strong data analysis skills, including data modeling and management tools (Excel, SQL, relational databases).
  • 3+ years of experience using test management tools (DevSuite, Atlassian, Rational, HP, VersionOne, Rally).
  • Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
  • Bachelor’s or advanced degree in IT, Computer Science, Mathematics, Analytics, or Business Technology.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Understanding of relational & dimensional modeling.
  • Familiarity with HIPAA privacy & security rules.
  • Knowledge of Medicaid payment policy and MMIS data.
  • Experience with Agile and waterfall development methodologies.
  • Ability to collaborate with DBAs, ETL developers, BI architects, and PMO teams.
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to business users.
  • Familiarity with medical coding standards (ICD-9, ICD-10, CPT-4, NDC).

RiverPoint Group