Business Analyst, Analytics

Job Purpose The Business Analyst is responsible for assisting the management team in monitoring financial data and related processes that contribute to the successful operations of Med-Metrix In addition, the Business Analyst is responsible for translating business requirements into both high-level and detailed functional specifications. Candidates must be able to work at a detailed level while maintaining the big picture of the overall division goals. Other responsibilities include compiling comprehensive reports for clients, data mining and analysis, and providing support for the day-to-day operations.Duties and ResponsibilitiesPrepare recurring daily/weekly/month reports and dashboards to address and support key business functions and initiativesPerform monthly and ad hoc cash goal analysesTranslate business requirements into both high-level and detailed functional specificationsQuery and analyze client data to find/understand trends and their financial impactMaintain a thorough working knowledge of client specific data, including payer mix, insurance and financial classes, patient access system details, data timing issues, and other issues of specific importance to each clientSupport day-to-day operations with ad-hoc analysisCommunicate and collaborate with other team members and clients to develop solutions as neededCompile comprehensive and accurate client facing reports on a timely basisAnalyze and solve problems quickly and thoroughlyOther duties as assignedUse, protect and disclose patients’ protected health information (PHI) only in accordance with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) standardsUnderstand and comply with Information Security and HIPAA policies and procedures at all timesLimit viewing of PHI to the absolute minimum as necessary to perform assigned dutiesQualificationsBachelors Degree in finance, accounting, computer science, business or similar discipline or at least two years of experience in a similar position in the healthcare industry.2 years experience with Power BI and TableuStrong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including complex formulas, pivot tables, pivot charts, pivot formulasFunctional knowledge of databases and SQL or professional experience using a major programming language.Experience working with customer support/client issue resolution managementA thorough understanding of best practices for efficiently working with very large data sets in ExcelKnowledge of insurance company practices regarding reimbursementStrong interpersonal skills, ability to communicate well at all levels of the organizationStrong problem solving and creative skills and the ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions based on accurate and timely analysesHigh level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results orientedExcellent written and verbal communication skills requiredGracious and welcoming personality for customer service interactionWorking ConditionsMust possess a smart-phone or electronic device capable of downloading applications, for multifactor authentication and security purposes.Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to move around the work area; Sit; perform manual tasks; operate tools and other office equipment such as computer, computer peripherals and telephones; extend arms; kneel; talk and hear.Mental Demands: The employee must be able to follow directions, collaborate with others, and handle stress.Work Environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually minimal.Med-Metrix will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, veteran status, other non-merit based factors, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.Originally posted on Himalayas