Joshua Michael Olson
Professional Summary
Detail-oriented and results-driven Senior Business Analyst with a strong background in data analysis, ETL processes, and healthcare analytics. Skilled in leveraging SQL, Python, SAS, and Databricks to enhance data integrity, optimize reporting, and drive strategic decision-making. Experienced in developing interactive dashboards (Tableau, Databricks), automating data quality frameworks, and collaborating with stakeholders to improve operational efficiency. Adept at translating complex data into actionable strategies to support business objectives and improve outcomes.
Education
University of New England | Graduate Certificate of Public Health | May 2014
- Related coursework: Public health policy, Epidemiology, Biostatistics
University of Cincinnati | Bachelor of Science | December 2010
- Related coursework: Advanced Statistics, Epidemiology
- Undergraduate research: February 2010 – January 2011
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Senior Business Analyst | Evicore Healthcare | Remote | November 2020 – Present
- Collaborate with prospective clients to review documentation, ensuring data aligns with standard ETL requirements and meets the minimum criteria for claims and authorization analysis.
- Design and execute SAS programs to calculate estimated cost savings, presenting results to clients and client managers with clear insights and strategic recommendations.
- Leverage SSMS stored procedures, SAS programs, and Python/SQL notebooks in Databricks to develop and implement a comprehensive data quality framework, ensuring completeness, accuracy, validity, consistency, and timeliness.
- Establish standardized processes for presenting and communicating data quality results, improving visibility and actionability for stakeholders.
- Develop interactive dashboards in Tableau and Databricks, automated email alerts, and implement real-time notifications using Webex Teams API, enhancing data-driven decision-making.
Data Analyst | Norton Healthcare | Louisville Ky | Sep 2014 – November 2020
- Compile progress and value reports for the systems worksite wellness programs.
- Develop strategies to evaluate initiatives and show ROI/VOI.
- Develop dashboard presentations and present to system directors.