Sr. Business Systems Analyst

smartdept. is searching for a Sr. Business Systems Analyst for a integrated health system client located in Grand Rapids, MI. The ideal candidate will come with 5 years of experience. This is a full-time, fully remote, 6-month (Sept.- March) contract opportunity with the possibility of an extension . Compensation for this position is expected to be $70-$85/hour depending on experience level and fit. The Sr. Business Systems Analyst formulates and defines average to large project scopes and objectives and participates in project leadership by documenting scope and defining implementation procedures. They will also provide technical project management, often leading work on new implementations and upgrades of related systems, and handling multiple projects simultaneously. What You'll Do: Aware of the implications of applying new/differing technology to the current business or clinical environment, utilizes research and analysis, along with an understanding of relevant business or clinical systems and industry requirements, to define medium-to large sized systems scopes and objectives, for developing new, or improving existing, information systems. Performs business analysis, working with users to define their needs and then documenting those requirements. Collaborates with others to troubleshoot issues with existing systems. Remains current with business or clinical requirements and needs, based upon future industry trends and changes, and understands the implications for existing technology. Provides mentorship to less senior team members, and is accountable as a role model for customer service excellence. Devises or modifies procedures to solve problems, considering software applications capacity, resource availability, operating time and form of desired results. Includes analysis of business and user needs, documentation of requirements and translation into proper system requirement specifications. What You'll Need: Required Bachelor's Degree or equivalent Preferred Master's Degree or equivalent 5 years of relevant experience in the field Required 7 years of relevant experience including experience formulating and defining systems scopes and objectives Preferred Experience in systems development lifecycle including, requirements gathering and design Preferred Participant in multiple phases of an integrated system implementation Preferred Background in health care, sciences or information systems Preferred