Overview
The
Integration Specialist
is a highly skilled individual contributor responsible for executing and optimizing complex healthcare data integrations. This role partners closely with the Director of Data Integration, Integration Team Lead, and cross-functional teams to ensure the accurate, timely, and complete integration of healthcare data.
This position requires deep familiarity with healthcare data (including medical and Rx claims), strong analytical capabilities, and the ability to independently manage integration workflows, resolve data issues, and drive process improvements. The ideal candidate brings both technical expertise and operational ownership to support high-quality data delivery across the organization.
About Alera Group
Alera Group was founded in 2017 and has grown to become the 14th largest broker of U.S. business. We are passionate about our clients’ success in the areas of Employee Benefits, Property and Casualty Insurance, and Financial Services. With a network of offices nationwide, our commitment to collaboration allows us to offer national resources combined with local service.
Why Alera Group
Make an Impact:
Your work supports businesses and individuals in protecting what matters most.
Grow With Us:
We invest in development, mentorship, and long-term career growth.
The Collaborative Way:
We believe in accountability, teamwork, and shared success across all offices and lines of business.
National Strength. Local Heart:
Scale, resources, and expertise — with relationships that feel personal.
Responsibilities
Essential Responsibilities:
Healthcare Data Integration
Lead execution of complex healthcare data integrations, including intake, analysis, mapping support, and validation
Evaluate incoming data formats (standard and non-standard) and identify requirements for successful integration
Perform detailed file analytics to assess data completeness, structure, and usability
Support mapping efforts and ensure alignment with reporting and downstream data needs
Data Quality & Issue Resolution
Identify, investigate, and resolve data anomalies, gaps, and inconsistencies in healthcare datasets
Perform control comparisons and validation checks to ensure data accuracy and integrity
Collaborate with internal teams and external data providers to resolve complex data issues
Escalate critical risks or issues appropriately while driving toward resolution
Ongoing Data Feed Management
Support the monitoring and maintenance of recurring data feeds and associated data quality issues
Analyze trends in data issues and recommend solutions to improve consistency and completeness
Ensure timely resolution of data discrepancies impacting reporting and analytics
Process Improvement & Documentation
Identify opportunities to improve integration workflows, data quality processes, and operational efficiency
Contribute to the development and maintenance of integration documentation, standards, and best practices
Support enhancements to tracking, ticketing, and communication processes
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with Data, Technology, and Strategy teams to ensure alignment on integration requirements and outcomes
Communicate integration progress, risks, and dependencies clearly to stakeholders
Build effective working relationships with external data providers to facilitate data acquisition and issue resolution
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements/Qualifications
Experience
4+ years of experience working with healthcare data, including medical and/or pharmacy claims required
Hands-on experience with data integration, data validation, or data operations
Experience working with external data sources or vendors
Demonstrated ability to independently manage complex workflows and problem-solve effectively
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare, Data Analytics, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience) preferred
Technical Skills
Strong Excel skills (data manipulation, validation, and analysis)
Working knowledge of SQL or other data querying tools
Familiarity with data structures, file layouts, and mapping concepts
Core Competencies
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
High attention to detail and commitment to data quality
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Effective communicator across technical and non-technical audiences
Self-motivated and able to work independently
Additional Information
Compensation:
Salary range: $75,000 – $90,000 per year
Benefits:
Alera Group offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage, 401(k), generous PTO, and more.
Work Model:
This role is
Remote
Professional Development – Alera Group Academy
At Alera Group, growth isn’t left to chance. Through
Alera Group Academy
, we provide structured development opportunities designed to help you expand your expertise and build a meaningful career.
You’ll have access to:
Role-specific learning paths
Leadership development programs
Technical and compliance training
Industry certifications and continuing education support
Peer learning and knowledge-sharing communities
Whether you’re deepening your technical expertise or preparing for leadership, we’re invested in helping you grow.
We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other protected class.
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