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University of Utah

Business Intelligence Analyst

University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193


OverviewTop candidates will have one or more of the following:Experience in and understanding of healthcare revenue cycle.

Strong background in finance, especially in a healthcare setting.

Proficiency in medical billing terminology.

As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AAThis position is responsible for assisting in the strategic design and maintenance of business intelligence applications. The incumbent ensures that the use of business intelligence applications enhances business decision making capabilities.ResponsibilitiesParticipates within a multidisciplinary team across multiple locations.

Translates business needs into technical solutions.

Serve as a liaison between the end users and business intelligence project team.

Collects and coordinates business requirements for analytic and reporting.

Interviews end users to determine requirements for data, reports, analyses, metadata, training, service levels, data quality and performance.

Works with data warehouse architects to translate requirements into technical specifications.

Works with end users and business analysts to ensure tight fit between BI environment and business requirements.

Translate abstract business questions and requirements into reports, views, and BI query objects.

Understands BI tool architecture, functions, features and customizes BI tools to meet user needs.

Provides data and financial analysis to clinical program, hospital and health sciences management, and leadership.

Performs program and operations analysis on cost, reimbursement, profitability of service lines, programs, and procedures.

Analyzes and audits cost data, patient level financial data, and other statistics.

Supports and potentially leads performance improvement initiatives.

Knowledge / Skills / AbilitiesStrong conceptual, communications, and technical skills.

Detailed knowledge of a variety of business processes and how these generate and use specific data sets.

Experience using data warehouse or analytical tools for business purposes.

Strong interpersonal and communications skills.

Ability to translate business requirements into technical requirements.

Ability to work and effectively communicate with technical people.

Ability to work and effectively communicate with operational leaders and administrators.

Knowledge of BI tool architectures, functions, and features.

Knowledge of SQL and relational and multidimensional database designs.

Understanding of which data is used by which business processes and what the data means in the context of specific processes.

Strong problem-solving skills.

Ability to apply creativity to analytics.

QualificationsRequiredBachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Finance, Accounting, a related field, or the equivalency.

Two years of experience in a related field.

PreferredExperience in and understanding of healthcare revenue cycle.

Strong background in finance, especially in a healthcare setting.

Proficiency in medical billing terminology.

Master's degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, or the equivalency.

Experience with BI tools and SQL and relational and multidimensional database designs.

Working Conditions and Physical DemandsEmployee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.This is a sedentary position that may exert up to 10 pounds and may lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. This position involves sitting most of the time and is not exposed to adverse environmental conditions.Physical RequirementsColor Determination, Listening, Manual Dexterity, Near Vision, Reaching, Sitting, Speaking, Standing, WalkingMulti-lingual Candidates WelcomedEEO StatementUniversity of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment.This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.Requisition Number

70855Reg/Temp

RegularEmployment Type

Full-TimeShift

DayWork Schedule

8am-5pmClinical/Non-Clinical Status

Non-ClinicalLocation Name

Business Services BuildingWorkplace Set Up

HybridCity

SALT LAKE CITYState

UTDepartment

COR ISC 10P DECISION SUPPORTCategory

Finance/AccountingWorkplace Set Up

Hybrid

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