Health Economist Consultant

Posted Date 15 days ago
Location United Arab Emirates
Discipline Information Technology
Job Reference 33787
Salary 0.0
Health Economist Consultant
Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time


Job Description
The Health Economist Consultant will drive the economic evaluation and strategic analysis of Healthcare Digital technology platforms, ensuring cost-effective, high-impact solutions that align with Abu Dhabi’s healthcare goals. This role focuses on assessing the economic viability of healthcare initiatives, optimizing resource allocation, and providing data-driven insights to support decision-making. The Consultant will collaborate with stakeholders to ensure platforms deliver measurable value to healthcare providers, payers, and communities.
Key Responsibilities
  • Economic Analysis: Conduct cost-effectiveness, cost-benefit, and budget impact analyses for healthcare platforms, focusing on claims processing, interoperability, and digital health solutions.
  • Value Proposition Development: Articulate the economic and clinical value of Healthcare Digital platforms to stakeholders, including healthcare providers and government entities.
  • Data-Driven Insights: Leverage data from platforms (e.g., using Azure Data Factory, Power BI) to model healthcare costs, outcomes, and resource utilization.
  • Stakeholder Collaboration: Work with technical teams, sales, and leadership to align economic analyses with business objectives and client needs.
  • Healthcare Policy Alignment: Ensure solutions comply with regional healthcare policies and regulations (e.g., HIPAA, UAE health standards), optimizing for cost efficiency and impact.
  • Market Research: Analyze healthcare market trends and payer requirements to inform platform development and adoption strategies.
  • Reporting and Recommendations: Develop reports and presentations to communicate economic findings and strategic recommendations to internal and external stakeholders.
  • Partnership Support: Collaborate with technology partners to integrate economic models into solutions, enhancing platform value propositions.
Required Skills and Experience
  • Experience: 8+ years in health economics, healthcare consulting, or related fields, with 3+ years in healthcare technology or payer environments.
  • Technical Knowledge:
  • Familiarity with healthcare data analytics and visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Databricks).
  • Understanding of healthcare interoperability standards (e.g., FHIR, HL7) and clinical terminologies (SNOMED, CPT, LOINC).
  • Basic knowledge of Microsoft Azure services (e.g., Azure Data Factory) for data analysis.
  • Analytical Skills: Expertise in economic modeling, cost-effectiveness analysis, and budget impact assessment in healthcare.
  • Communication: Strong ability to present complex economic data to non-technical stakeholders, including healthcare providers and policymakers.
  • Compliance Awareness: Knowledge of healthcare regulations (e.g., HIPAA) and regional health policies.
  • Certifications (Preferred): Health economics, healthcare management, or data analytics certifications (e.g., Certified Health Economist, Health Technology Assessment). Preferred Qualifications
    • Experience with healthcare platforms like IRIS for Health or Rhapsody.
    • Background in analyzing claims processing or payer workflows in healthcare.
    • Familiarity with regional healthcare systems in the UAE or Middle East.
    • Ability to speak a European language.
    • Currently located in UAE or willingness to relocate to the United Arab Emirates.
    • Gender diversity candidates preferred.
    Key Deliverables
    • Comprehensive economic analyses and reports for healthcare platforms.
    • Actionable recommendations to optimize cost-effectiveness and platform adoption.
    • Data-driven value propositions for clients and stakeholders.
    • Strategic insights aligning platform capabilities with market and policy needs.
    Why Join?
    • Be part of a flagship healthcare innovation transforming lives in Abu Dhabi.
    • Gain mentorship and exposure to cutting-edge technology in digital health.
    • Grow your career in a purpose-driven environment that empowers healthier communities across the region.
    Benefits
    • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
    • Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
    • Collaborative and innovative work environment focused on advancing healthcare technology.