Healthcare Analyst Jobs in Massachusetts
Healthcare Analyst jobs in Massachusetts are among the most active in the country, concentrated in health systems, academic medical centers, payer organizations, and life sciences, with openings from entry-level data coordinators through senior population health analysts and director-level roles. The heaviest hiring is in Boston, Worcester, and Cambridge, where large employers like Mass General Brigham, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, and UnitedHealth Group maintain deep analytics teams. The most in-demand specialties right now are population health analytics, revenue cycle analysis, and clinical quality reporting. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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- Develop and maintain data-driven financial, claim-related, and program performance reports for internal management and external client audiences.
- Perform compliance reviews of program data, including claims, payments, payment or costs settlement report data for quality assurance and program integrity purposes.
- Analyze large, complex data sets to quantify and resolve problems, inform management decisions, monitor program changes and their impact, and communicate important information for internal management and external clients.
- Apply knowledge of program systems to identify and troubleshoot issues, participate in testing of software changes and assist clients and external users to effectively use the program’s systems and applications.
- Assist in the design and maintenance of internal controls to ensure quality and accuracy of business unit’s work products.
- Compile and review claims, payments and/or other financial data for approval or distribution
- Identify and resolve any discrepancies, questions or outstanding issues related to claims, payments or other financial data for approval or distribution including coordination with internal staff, health plans, clients, or systems staff.
- Prepare financial/claims data for final submission and ensure the quality of the data is accurate and meets regulatory compliance, financial and/or other contractual requirements.
- Apply knowledge of state and federal program requirements, program guidelines and reimbursement methodologies in all aspects of work.
- Design and produce ad-hoc reports to meet internal management and client requests for data to inform decision-making and to fulfill public records requests.
- Complete and synthesize analysis of claims, payments and/other financial data to report to appropriate internal and external stakeholders.
- Utilize verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate program information and explain requirements and methodology to various clients and external users of Umass Chan systems and applications.
- Complete tasks required for the preparation and conclusion of the program’s operational, financial or other contractual deadlines including set-up and maintenance of required claiming variables, notifications to clients and other stakeholders of deadlines, claim status, and actions needed.
- Preserve confidential, protected health and personally identifiable information and files.
- Perform related duties as needed and as assigned.
Bachelor's Level Degree or equivalent in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Accounting, Health Care Financing, or a related field
REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE
- 3-5 years of federal claiming, medical billing other related financial experience.
- Demonstrated ability to create complex spreadsheets and reports, using Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access and/or other systems as necessary and available.
- Strong analytic and auditing skills.
- Proven competence in independent problem solving and quality control measures.
- Demonstrated ability to handle details, multi-task, and prioritize work.
- Strong organizational skills and proven ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple tasks and meet deadlines in dynamic environment.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Develop and maintain data-driven financial, claim-related, and program performance reports for internal management and external client audiences.
- Perform compliance reviews of program data, including claims, payments, payment or costs settlement report data for quality assurance and program integrity purposes.
- Analyze large, complex data sets to quantify and resolve problems, inform management decisions, monitor program changes and their impact, and communicate important information for internal management and external clients.
- Apply knowledge of program systems to identify and troubleshoot issues, participate in testing of software changes and assist clients and external users to effectively use the program’s systems and applications.
- Assist in the design and maintenance of internal controls to ensure quality and accuracy of business unit’s work products.
- Compile and review claims, payments and/or other financial data for approval or distribution
- Identify and resolve any discrepancies, questions or outstanding issues related to claims, payments or other financial data for approval or distribution including coordination with internal staff, health plans, clients, or systems staff.
- Prepare financial/claims data for final submission and ensure the quality of the data is accurate and meets regulatory compliance, financial and/or other contractual requirements.
- Apply knowledge of state and federal program requirements, program guidelines and reimbursement methodologies in all aspects of work.
- Design and produce ad-hoc reports to meet internal management and client requests for data to inform decision-making and to fulfill public records requests.
- Complete and synthesize analysis of claims, payments and/other financial data to report to appropriate internal and external stakeholders.
- Utilize verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate program information and explain requirements and methodology to various clients and external users of Umass Chan systems and applications.
- Complete tasks required for the preparation and conclusion of the program’s operational, financial or other contractual deadlines including set-up and maintenance of required claiming variables, notifications to clients and other stakeholders of deadlines, claim status, and actions needed.
- Preserve confidential, protected health and personally identifiable information and files.
- Perform related duties as needed and as assigned.
Bachelor's Level Degree or equivalent in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Accounting, Health Care Financing, or a related field
REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE
- 3-5 years of federal claiming, medical billing other related financial experience.
- Demonstrated ability to create complex spreadsheets and reports, using Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access and/or other systems as necessary and available.
- Strong analytic and auditing skills.
- Proven competence in independent problem solving and quality control measures.
- Demonstrated ability to handle details, multi-task, and prioritize work.
- Strong organizational skills and proven ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple tasks and meet deadlines in dynamic environment.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
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What Massachusetts Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in healthcare analyst jobs across Massachusetts.
- Bachelor's degree in public health, health informatics, statistics, or a related field
- Proficiency in SQL and at least one analytics platform such as Tableau or Power BI
- Experience working with EHR systems, preferably Epic or Cerner
- Familiarity with Massachusetts APCD, MassHealth claims data, or payer datasets
- Strong understanding of ICD-10 coding, CPT codes, and healthcare reimbursement models
- Ability to communicate analytical findings clearly to clinical and administrative stakeholders
Healthcare Analyst Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a healthcare analyst in Massachusetts?
Most healthcare analysts in Massachusetts enter the field with a bachelor's degree in health informatics, public health, biostatistics, or a related field, though employers increasingly favor candidates with a master's in health data analytics or an MBA with a healthcare focus. Massachusetts does not require a state-issued license to work as a healthcare analyst. Earning certifications recognized by Massachusetts employers, such as the Registered Health Information Administrator credential through AHIMA, strengthens candidacy considerably.
Which companies hire healthcare analysts in Massachusetts?
Employers hiring healthcare analysts in Massachusetts right now include University of Massachusetts, Upstream USA, and Cohere Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Massachusetts's dense concentration of academic medical systems, regional payers, and health-tech companies means analytics roles open continuously across both the provider and payer sides of the market.
Which Massachusetts cities have the most healthcare analyst jobs?
Boston, Worcester, and Charlestown have the most healthcare analyst openings in Massachusetts. Boston dominates because of its concentration of major health systems, academic medical centers, and payer headquarters, while Worcester draws hiring from UMass Memorial Health and regional payer offices, and Cambridge benefits from the life sciences and health-tech companies clustered around Kendall Square.
Are there remote healthcare analyst jobs in Massachusetts?
Yes, and more than most fields. Healthcare analytics is largely desk-based work involving data modeling, reporting, and stakeholder presentations, which translates well to remote and hybrid arrangements. About 100% of healthcare analyst openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how broadly Massachusetts employers have adopted flexible models for non-clinical roles. Population health reporting and payer analytics roles tend to be the most remote-friendly.
How can I get hired as a healthcare analyst in Massachusetts with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a junior analyst or data analyst associate role within a Massachusetts health system or payer. Mass General Brigham, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts all run structured new-grad and rotational analytics programs. Candidates who move laterally from medical coding, clinical documentation, or billing roles bring directly applicable knowledge. A portfolio of SQL queries or Tableau dashboards using public MassHealth or APCD datasets gives candidates without direct experience a concrete way to demonstrate readiness.
Where can I find and apply to healthcare analyst jobs in Massachusetts?
You can find and apply to healthcare analyst jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current Massachusetts openings updated in real time. Find roles that match your experience and apply directly through each listing without creating a profile or signing up.
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