Mgr, Business Systems and Data Analysis 

Job Code: MG1290

 

ABOUT US

We are welcoming a new era in healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper, we believe in caring for the whole person by getting to know – and making connections with – our patients. By combining the talent and expertise of our people, the breadth of capabilities across our system, and our commitment to helping our communities get better and stay healthy, we are improving the patient experience.

As a UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper team member, you will have a voice in patient care decisions, support the most advanced medical technologies and feel a strong sense of satisfaction from making a difference in people’s lives every day.

 

JOB TYPE

Classification: Exempt

Supervises Positions: No

 

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking an experienced and strategic MGR, Business Systems and Data Analysis with a specialized focus on healthcare data analytics and business insights. This role will lead a team responsible for driving data-informed decisions, specifically utilizing Epic and general ledger data and decision support metrics to enhance operational efficiency and support growth within the healthcare setting. The manager will play a critical role in delivering insights on patient volumes, operational stats, capital planning, and other essential metrics.

Team Leadership & Development:

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of business systems analysts and data analyst, who in turn provide education and training to end users.  Establish and monitor team goals and performance metrics in alignment with organizational objectives. Foster a collaborative culture focused on healthcare data analytics, operational insights, and strategic problem-solving.

Healthcare Data Analysis & Reporting:

Oversee the analysis and reporting of healthcare data from Epic and other EMR systems, delivering insights into patient volumes, reimbursement, payor mix, and capital utilization in conjunction with financial data. Utilize Excel and advanced tools such as Alteryx, Power BI, and Tableau to develop dashboards and visualization tools for financial and operational insights. Define and track healthcare-specific KPIs and benchmarks, ensuring data accuracy, compliance, and alignment with regulatory standards.

Business Systems Strategy & Improvement:

Collaborate across departments to understand healthcare business needs, translating them into system and data requirements. Partner with IT to implement and optimize Epic modules and other healthcare business and financial systems to support clinical and operational processes. Drive system and process improvements that support operational efficiency, scalability, and better decision-making.

Decision Support & Financial Planning:

Perform complex financial and decision support analysis, including assessments of new programs, resource allocation, volume trends, and capital planning. Develop financial reports and dashboards that support decision-making processes, focusing on cost efficiency, growth, and return on investment. Lead in developing operating and capital plans that align with healthcare system goals and regulatory requirements.

Data Governance & Quality Assurance:

Implement data governance policies for financial healthcare data, ensuring data integrity, consistency, and security. Lead initiatives to improve data quality and standardize data definitions across the organization. Work closely with finance and data management teams to support data validation and ensure reliable data sources for analytics.

Project Management & Implementation:

Lead project teams to implement system updates, integrations, and new technologies within healthcare settings, ensuring compliance and user adoption. Oversee testing, troubleshooting, and issue resolution for new systems or updates. Ensure smooth transitions and effective change management for all healthcare-focused implementations.

Continuous Improvement & Best Practices:

Conduct root cause analysis for healthcare data discrepancies or financial system issues, implementing changes to improve accuracy and efficiency. Stay updated on healthcare trends, best practices, and technologies relevant to data analytics and business systems. Recommend new methodologies and tools to enhance analysis capabilities and operational performance.

The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Computer Science, Accounting Information Systems, Data Science, or related field. Master’s degree preferred.

Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in financial business systems analysis, data analysis, or healthcare decision support, with at least 2 years in a leadership or managerial role. 

Licensure: N/A

Additional Skills/Requirements Required: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including data manipulation and complex functions), Power BI, and Tableau for data visualization. Experience with data analysis and understanding of decision support metrics, including operational statistics and capital planning. Strong SQL skills and familiarity with ERP, CRM, and various business and financial systems (e.g., Strata Decision Support, Workday). Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to present insights to senior healthcare leaders.

Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: Healthcare analytics and Epic experience / certification or experience with relevant Epic modules (e.g., OpTime, Anesthesia). Familiarity with SQL programming language for database development and healthcare data reporting systems (e.g., Clarity, Caboodle) and regulatory standards. Project management certification (e.g., PMP, Agile) or experience in healthcare project management.

 

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Demand Code: 6A, Customer Service

Work Function/Activity: Sedentary to Light Physical Demand

The job requires frequent sitting and standing, occasional walking, and bending/stooping. Frequent repetitive arm, hand, and finger movements. Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills. Attention to detail and ability to write legibly. Ability to lift/push/pull up to 20 lbs. occasionally. This job description may not include all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described. It may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper.

 

OTHER

May require the use of safety equipment, such as HEPA mask, for infection prevention: No On call responsibilities as directed: No Ability to travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed: Yes
The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.