Business Analyst

CareStar, Inc.•Cincinnati, OH

103d•Onsite

About The Position

Founded in 1988 in Cincinnati, Ohio, CareStar, Inc. is a recognized leader in long-term care case management and population health. With a mission to Improve Communities by Improving Lives, we proudly serve individuals across Ohio through compassionate, high-quality care coordination. We are currently seeking a Business Analyst to join our Data Analytics Department. This is a meaningful opportunity for professionals who are passionate about helping others live healthier, more independent lives. As a Business Analyst, you will collaborate with all CareStar departments to develop and implement software solutions, changes and enhancements to improve work processes and reporting.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree (Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or Healthcare Related Designation preferred).
A combination of business experience and technical abilities to better engage in operational analysis, training, specification, development, and project management experience preferred.
Effective communication skills with attention to detail with the ability to successfully negotiate and elicit information.
Effective organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple projects, be attentive to detail, and clearly define requirements for technical projects.
Familiarity with suite of Microsoft Office programs.
Valid driver’s license and car insurance as required by State law.

Responsibilities

Understands and complies with CareStar Policies and Procedures.
Adheres to the CareStar Rule in performance of job responsibilities
Maintains confidentiality as related to patient information. Any disclosures of confidential information made unlawfully outside the proper course of duty will be treated as a serious disciplinary offense.
Follows the Acceptable Use Policy while using any information systems owned or controlled by CareStar, Inc.
Proactively works with CareStar’s management and staff to analyze information, workflow needs, and identify opportunities for improvement.
Identifies project requirements and functional specifications to develop project milestones and documentation with minimal direction.
Collaborates with the technical staff to design and implement software changes and identifies new software solutions to meet business and budgetary requirements.
Creates test plans; leads system and user acceptance testing activities.
Assists with project development cycles to ensure that expectations are set, timelines are met, and appropriate individuals are updated on progress.
Provides in-service training, orientation, and ongoing education and support to CareStar staff and outside users.
Performs as a resource for Help Desk requests.
Assists with reporting and analytics.