JOB SUMMARY

Under the direction and supervision of the department management, the senior financial analyst is responsible for complex tasks in various financial functions including analyzing and consolidating financial results for reporting to senior level management, productivity analysis and reporting, preparing financial and statistical reports, budgeting, auditing and analysis.  Requires good communication and customer service skills, professional and ethical judgment and critical thinking skills.

Position Requirements

Minimum Education / Experience

Bachelors degree in accounting, finance or other related field required

Healthcare finance experience preferred

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

Problem solving/analytical skills to assess operational needs and facilitates the implementation of processes, protocols and tools to meet the identified needs.  Ability to use appropriate interpersonal styles and techniques to gain acceptance of ideas or plans; modifying one's own behavior to accommodate tasks, situations and individuals involved. Demonstrates leadership qualities and critical thinking through self-directed initiative and effective people skills and oral/written communication skills. Ability to identify and understand issues, problems, and opportunities, comparing data from various sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences. A data storyteller that is responsible for analyzing data, mapping how the metrics are connected, and presenting the insights in an informative way. Demonstrates advanced knowledge of standard Microsoft tools (Excel, Word, PowerBI, and PowerPoint) and other software/technology tools to support reporting, analysis, presentations and automated trending. Experience in managing priorities and organizing work structures in a fast-paced environment. Strong written and verbal communication/interpersonal skills to manage relationships and collaborate with all levels of management to include department directors and colleagues with varying professional backgrounds in the resolution of charge/revenue issues. Ability to mentor effectively Performance of duties under minimal supervision.

Essential Job Functions:

Creates and maintains for organization-wide deployment, productivity monitoring and labor resource evaluation tools to be used by leadership. Develops and/or maintains reports to identify various metrics as defined by leadership or needed for departmental monitoring. Works directly or indirectly with Hospital Finance, organization-wide leadership and other areas to provide data, reports, assistance with projects or audits, to correct problems or enhance services. Demonstrates ability to effectively manage multiple projects. Can form detailed project plans, develop scope of projects, identify and collaborate with necessary internal/external stakeholders to ensure successful projects are executed among affected areas. Can lead individuals and teams effectively through change of processes, technology and align appropriate resources necessary to ensure successful program/project outcomes. Develops effective relationships among internal/external stakeholders, colleagues and staff in order to build trust and lead individuals/teams through change initiatives. Documents results of all special project work and provides recommendations for opportunities related to special projects. Performs other duties as assigned.

This job description is not intended to be all inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned.   This position reports under the scope of the Chief Financial Officer.  

 

HIPAA: This position will have access to the following Protected Health Information in order to carry out the duties related to their position at Hays Medical Center based on the following criteria:

Primary – required (routine) to do the job;

Secondary – required for the job, but mostly be exception; and None – no approved access

Description of Information Primary:

Patient Demographic Information (information used to identify a person): Name, Date of Birth, Address, Race, Marital Status, Religion

Clinical Information (information that describes a patient’s health status): Diagnosis, Reports/Medical Notes, Test Results, Problem List, Procedures, History and Physical

Coding Information (clinical information that is in (alpha) numeric format): ICD-9 Codes, Rev Codes, CPT Codes

Financial Information/Insurance (information related to insurance, billing and payment): Billing Information, Payer Name, Payer ID, Account Balances, Plan Elements Covered, Payment Information, Payment Rates

Functional Demands

Infection Control: Initial and Ongoing training in dealing with infection control. Trainings could include but are not limited to, blood borne pathogens, bodily fluids and bio hazardous materials as it applies to your daily work environment.

Patient Interaction: No contact

Physical Requirements Minimum Physical Requirements Working Conditions

Work is generally performed within an office environment, with standard office equipment available. Lighting and temperature are adequate, and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc.

Body Position Sitting 60 % Body Position Standing 10 % Body Position Other 30 % Work Station Height ft.

Horizontal Distance ft.

Dimension of Materials Lifted Height Dimension of Materials Lifted Width Dimension of Materials Lifted Depth Dimension of Materials Lifted Weight lbs.

Level of Movement Occasional (<33% or <100 times/shift)

Level of Lifting Light (=< 20 pounds occasionally OR =< 10 pounds frequently)

Placement / Movement of Materials

Must be able to left, bend and carry medium office supplies/paper to supply closet, records, equipment. Lifting Floor to Waist Frequency < 25% of shift

Lifting Waist to Shoulder Frequency 25-50% of shift Lifting Above Shoulders Frequency < 25% of shift Repetitive Twisting Frequency < 25% of shift

Climbing Number of Stairs Frequency Not Part of Work Number of Stairs

Pushing Frequency < 25% of shift Pushing Weight 10 lbs.

Pulling Frequency < 25% of shift Pulling Weight 10 lbs.

Carrying Frequency 25-50% of shift Carrying Weight 10 lbs.

Awkward Positions Frequency Not Part of Work Special Tools / Equipment Frequency Not Part of Work Unavoidable Hazards

Personal protective equipment: none