Business Analyst - Payer Domain
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Job Functions:
· Lead requirements end-to-end, independently driving discovery, analysis, and solution definition across business and IT stakeholders.
· Serve as a subject-matter expert on HL7 exchange protocols, including FHIR, CCDs, ADTs, etc.
· Perform hands-on data analysis using SQL, Databricks, and related tools to validate data, troubleshoot issues, and support design decisions.
· Prior Experience on HEDIS and Quality process and HEDIS Data is a plus
· Document business and technical requirements, source-to-target mappings, data specifications, business rules, and process flows.
· Support validation and QA by reviewing data outputs, test cases, and results to ensure accuracy and compliance.
· Collaborate with internal teams and external partners with minimal supervision to gather requirements, drive key decisions, and support successful implementations.
· Mentor and guide junior BAs on best practices in requirements, documentation, analysis, and stakeholder engagement.
· Communicate business and process solutions, recommendations, and issues to ACFC management on a regular basis.
· Document all business process flows related to interoperability initiatives.
· Apply working knowledge of ACFC Managed Care functions (HealthCare Services, Claims, Enrollment, Quality/HEDIS, Risk Adjustment, Care Management, Utilization Management) to support problem-solving and solution design.
· Provide strong communication and status updates to business and IT stakeholders and management.
· Build consensus among users, IT, and senior leadership on business problems and solution approaches.
· Address most inquiries independently, escalating only when appropriate.
· Distinguish between routine and sensitive matters and promptly apprise management when needed.
· Ensure requests are addressed promptly, professionally, and with persistence in gathering required information.
· Meet with external vendors to evaluate products and ensure ACFC requirements are met.
· Communicate effectively with senior and mid-level management.
· Understand chain of command, decision-making roles, and communicate accordingly.
· Demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including evaluating alternatives, recommending solutions, and articulating impacts.
· Make sound decisions with minimal direction and apply appropriate approaches to each situation.
· Respond promptly to requests related to budgets, operational objectives, reporting, process re-engineering, and business flows.
· Produce clear, well-structured written and verbal communications.
· Brief management appropriately when issues require senior-level attention.
· Maintain regular communication with management and keep staff informed of progress, risks, and priorities.
Qualifications:
· 8–10 years of experience in healthcare IT, data integration, or business analysis.
· Experience with FHIR, HL7 clinical data-exchange standards (CCD/ADT/SIU) and healthcare terminology (LOINC, ICD-10, CPT, etc.).
· Ability to interpret large datasets and deliver evidence-based recommendations.
· Strong organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
· Ability to communicate effectively at all organizational levels.
· Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
· Proficiency in SQL, Databricks, and data validation techniques.
· Experience in Agile Delivery with usage of tools like Azure DevOps or JIRA
· General knowledge of healthcare operations (HEDIS, Prior Authorizations, etc.) in a managed-care environment.
· Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively.
· Strong documentation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
· Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Required