WVU Medicine · 1 day ago
Business Optimization Strategist (Vizient)
WVU Medicine is seeking a Business Optimization Strategist to actively participate in the design, innovation, and implementation of solutions to improve systems and processes. The role involves assisting customers in identifying reporting and data extraction solutions, ensuring patient safety, and utilizing performance improvement and project management skills.
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Responsibilities
Gains a thorough understanding of the database structure and business intelligence tools to create required analytical solutions
Serves as first point of contact for data analytics and process improvement
Performs data analysis and creates queries, programs and automation under direction of an experience analyst
Gathers requirements and prepares analysis based on information from internal and external sources to evaluate and demonstrate enterprise effectiveness and efficiency
Uses basic analytical methods to ensure reported data is meaningful and accurate
Develops technical ability in data analytics using various systems and tools such as Tableau, Microsoft Office Suite, and SAP products
Attends courses in performance improvement activities, system design, technical training, statistical analysis, and other appropriate subjects
Provides assistance in problem identification, resolution, and solution design for a variety of business needs under the direction of an experienced analyst
Project Coordination- Reviews, identifies and documents any issues, barriers, or risks and brings them to management’s attention
Manages workload and balances quality of work with deadlines to fulfill user expectations and project goals
Manages expectations and engages management to review/resolve any potential changes to project scope, expected deliverables, etc
Implements changes while adhering to the change control policy and procedures for the project in order to deliver a successful solution to the customer
Communicates to all parties the natures, significance and risk factors of corresponding projects
Participates in post implementation review of projects
Assists team with customer requirements gathering
Team Building- Participates in training and professional development sessions
Offers assistance and support to co-workers
Contributes to building positive team spirit and cohesiveness
Balances team and individual responsibilities
Works cooperatively in group problem-solving situations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology/Computer Science, Engineering, Business Management, Business Administration, Accounting, or Hospital Administration OR 4 years of data analytics experience
This position will require an EPIC official designation of 'Proficient' within the new hire probationary period
Experience working with relational data base structures including design, testing, troubleshooting problems and/or training
Experience in data analysis and or reporting
Experience with Structured Query Language (SQL/Oracle) and/or business intelligence tools
Ability to handle and maintain confidential information
Ability to work well under high stress conditions
Ability to work independently or cooperatively as a team member
Ability to adapt to various workloads and assignments
Ability to work with multi-disciplinary groups and facilitate meetings
Must have reading and comprehension ability
Must be able to type
Must be able to read and write legibly in English
Possess good oral and written communication skills
Ability to prioritize tasks
Must have independent decision-making ability
Ability to work in a fast paced and rapidly changing environment
Must be flexible
Preferred
Master's degree in Information Technology/Computer Science, Engineering, Business Management, Business Administration, Accounting, or Hospital Administration
Company
WVU Medicine
West Virginia University Health System is a non-profit organization that offers a full range of healthcare services.
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