Data Scientist

We are looking for an experienced Data Scientist to join the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). The successful candidate will be a self-starter who is able to work independently and contribute to a team environment. The Data Scientist will be responsible for developing solutions for complex data problems in a fast-paced environment and must possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills.The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field, with at least 5 years of experience in a data-driven role. A Master's degree or higher in a relevant field is preferred. Additionally, expertise in programming languages such as SQL, Python, and R is essential. The successful candidate should also have strong communication and interpersonal skills and be able to effectively collaborate with stakeholders.This is a great opportunity for a motivated and creative individual to join a team of professionals dedicated to improving the lives of millions of Americans. If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge, we’d love to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

1. Develop solutions for complex data problems in a fast-paced environment.
2. Utilize programming languages such as SQL, Python, and R to analyze data.
3. Work independently and contribute to a team environment.
4. Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
5. Communicate effectively with stakeholders.
6. Develop strategies to improve the lives of millions of Americans.
7. Stay up-to-date on relevant data trends and technologies.
8. Maintain accuracy and quality of data sets.
9. Implement best practices for data collection, management, and analysis.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Data Scientist in Woodlawn, MD, USA is $81,700 to $136,400 per year. This range varies depending on experience, education, and other factors.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), is a federal agency within the United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) that administers the Medicare program and works in partnership with state governments to administer Medicaid, the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP), and health insurance portability standards. In addition to these programs, CMS has other responsibilities, including the administrative simplification standards from the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), quality standards in long-term care facilities (more commonly referred to as nursing homes) through its survey and certification process, clinical laboratory quality standards under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments, and oversight of HealthCare.gov. CMS was previously known as the Health Care Financing Administration (HCFA) until 2001.

CMS actively inspects and reports on every nursing home in the United States. This includes maintaining the 5-Star Quality Rating System.