Actuarial Analyst - Medicare

$81.07K - $129.71K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago


Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 13 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

163rd of 257 rated insurance


Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a motivated Actuarial Analyst to join our Medicare Pricing Team. In this role, you will apply your mathematical and statistical knowledge to support activities such as rating, valuation, healthcare economics, and financial forecasting. Guided by experienced actuaries, you will contribute to health programs and offer actuarial support across departments, including Network Management, Underwriting, Sales and Marketing, Finance, and Healthcare. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals starting their actuarial career and looking to gain broad experience in the field.

What You'll Do

  • Performs actuarial research, experience studies, and statistical analyses and calculations.

  • Calculates premiums and reserves of new and existing plans of insurance.

  • Provides support to senior analysts or actuaries as required.

  • Retrieves and validates data for rate filings and actuarial models. Builds model enhancements and determines reasons for changes to calculated factors. Analyzes impacts of changes to product lines and segments.

  • Communicates filing status to internal stakeholders and transmits rate filings to regulatory agencies (NCDOI, CMS).

  • Retrieves and validates data for monthly reports and for UCL and ALR calculation.

  • Supports valuation by executing ALR model and verifying results. Researches to support ALR assumption studies and UCL estimates.

  • Distributes established reports and responds to inquiries. Investigates trends and anomalies.

  • Executes control activities to support Enterprise Risk Management.

  • Provides analytic support for corporate and departmental projects.

  • Is a participant in good standing in the Actuarial Development Program

What You Bring

  • Bachelor's degree or advanced degree (where required)

  • 2+ years of relevant actuarial experience. Related experience may be considered.

  • Must have completed at least 3 exams towards the eventual attainment of the ASA designation.

  • In lieu of meeting minimum exam requirements, may consider additional relevant experience.

  • In lieu of meeting minimum experience requirements, may consider ASA or more exams towards the eventual attainment of the ASA.

Bonus Points

  • Previous Medicare Advantage experience a plus

  • SQL, SAS, Python experience highly preferred

What You'll Get

  • The opportunity to work at the cutting edge of health care delivery with a team that's deeply invested in the community.

  • Work-life balance, flexibility, and the autonomy to do great work.

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage along with numerous health and wellness programs.

  • Parental leave and support plus adoption and surrogacy assistance.

  • Career development programs and tuition reimbursement for continued education.

  • 401k match including an annual company contribution

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Salary Range

At Blue Cross NC, we take great pride in a fair and equitable compensation package that reflects market-price and our starting salaries are typically planned near the middle of the range listed. Compensation decisions are driven by factors including experience and training, specialized skill sets, licensure and certifications and other business and organizational needs.Our base salary is part of a robust Total Rewards package that includes an Annual Incentive Bonus*, 401(k) with employer match, Paid Time Off (PTO), and competitive health benefits and wellness programs.

*Based on annual corporate goal achievement and individual performance.

$81,068.00 - $129,708.00

Skills

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Frequently asked questions

Q: What skills or qualities help someone succeed as a Actuarial Analyst?

A: To succeed as an Actuarial Analyst, one must possess strong technical skills in probability, statistics, and mathematical modeling, as well as proficiency in software applications such as R, Python, or specialized actuarial software like SAS or Excel. Additionally, effective communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills are crucial, as Actuarial Analysts must interpret complex data and present findings to stakeholders. These strengths enable Actuarial Analysts to drive informed business decisions and support career growth through opportunities for specialization, leadership, and professional certifications like the Fellow of the Society of Actuaries (FSA) designation.

Q: What is the career path for a Actuarial Analyst?

A: A typical career progression for an Actuarial Analyst involves starting as an Entry-Level Actuarial Analyst, where they assist in data analysis and modeling, and gradually advancing to a Mid-Level Actuarial Analyst role, where they take on more complex projects and lead smaller teams. As they gain experience, they can move into Senior Actuarial Analyst positions, overseeing large-scale projects, mentoring junior analysts, and contributing to strategic decision-making. With continued professional growth, Actuarial Analysts can pursue senior leadership roles, such as Actuarial Director or Chief Actuary, or transition into related fields like risk management, investment, or data science.



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