Decision Support Analyst
About Us
Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation’s largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 138 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings.
Our Mission
As CommonSpirit Health, we make the healing presence of God known in our world by improving the health of the people we serve, especially those who are vulnerable, while we advance social justice for all. To learn more about a calling that defines and unites, please click here for more information about our mission, vision, and values.
The posted compensation range of $37.40 - $55.63 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.
The Decision Support Analyst serves as a member of the decision support team who works with department managers, health care professionals and senior level management in providing decision support data related to cost accounting, budgeting, payroll, productivity and patient accounts.
Work requires an understanding of relational database functionality and report-writing expertise using Structured Query Language (SQL) and Crystal Reports, including proficiency in data manipulation and extraction techniques. Position requires qualitative and quantitative skills including statistics, use of analytical tools, knowledge of finance and cost accounting, as well as strong computer skills.
Key Responsibilites Include:
Develops and provides routine and ad-hoc reports for operational improvement, including financial, productivity and/or clinical.
- Creates, runs, and presents reports and analysis documentation.
- Identifies and accesses the appropriate source systems and valid collection tools, and selects the appropriate data to produce report content that meets the requestor’s needs. Decides report format best suited to organize data in a meaningful way and produce desired results.
- Coordinates with departments and conducts hands-on data collection, when required.
- Assists in the Solucient benchmarking process by gathering and pulling related data as needed.
Uses clinical and financial and database expertise to support various financial and clinical projects for Virginia Mason Franciscan Health (VMFH).
- Assists with the development of the annual FHS operating budget in accordance with CHI standards and guidelines using the Discovery budgeting tool.
- Assists managers in the budget-building process by helping them understand the relevance of the decision support data provided.
Reviews and assists managers in developing and building cost accounting standards that provide the backbone of the Decision Support system. Implements changes on the Decision Support system. Reviews data for integrity and accuracy; audits and ensures data integrity of reports and information provided by managers and decision support system.
- Ensures the integrity of data processing from VMFH Service Center.
- Reviews post-software installation and conducts audits and troubleshoots the reporting environment if necessary.
- Proposes methodologies to improve data quality through analyzing and understanding data inconsistencies.
Job Requirements
Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related discipline and four years of related work experience that demonstrates attainment of the requisite job knowledge skills/abilities.
Preferred
- Four years of related work experience that demonstrates attainment of the requisite job knowledge skills/abilities in a healthcare environment.
- Experience with healthcare decision support systems.
Where You'll Work
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.
Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.
Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.
We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.
Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible team members may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit https://www.commonspirit.careers/benefits.
Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.
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CommonSpirit Health™ is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, parental status, ancestry, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, please click here.
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