What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Operations Analyst position at Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center?
The Comprehensive Cancer Center- Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute (the James) is committed to providing high quality cancer services in detection, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation. The Business Operations Analyst provides comprehensive analytics support of all nursing departments for all business units, including the Hospital Division Nursing (the Department; approximately 185 cost centers). This support includes project support, decision support and implementation of strategic growth plans, operational, financial, and other business activities across the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center (OSUWMC) system.
This position reports to the Director of Business Operations and supports the Chief Nurse Officers and all Associate Chief Nurse Officers.
Position Summary:
The Business Operations Analyst monitors and maintains reports and data visuals to assess the financial and operational performance and direction of the Department. They support translating financial budget and operational metrics into meaningful action for the Department and promotes resource stewardship. They assist in all business functions and analytical support for the Nursing division. Responsible for operations management, budgeting, development of models, data mining and analytical activities including financial, workforce, productivity, business/clinical processes, resource stewardship initiatives, and other ad hoc activities. Provides opportunities for improvement through statistical analysis, visual management and project facilitation. Develops and maintain collaborative relationships with medical and healthcare system staff to ensure effective, results-oriented outcomes.
The Analyst identifies financial opportunities and issues and implements improvements that will enhance Department operations and sustainability. The Analyst develops, aligns, and operationalizes the Departments clinical, academic, and research activities to support the overall OSUWMC goals.
The Analyst promotes an environment that facilitates patient and staff satisfaction and a culture that is conducive to team development and professional growth. The Analyst develops and maintains effective working relationships with Department clinical and non-clinical staff, administrators, and the other members of the interdisciplinary Department and Business Operations and Finance teams. The Analyst collaborates across OSUWMC with other administrators, leaders and staff to provide fiscal and analytics oversight and expertise within the Department. The Analyst participates in professional organizations and workgroups to promote the image of the organization externally.
Minimum Qualifications
For Hire: Bachelors degree from an accredited school required. Two years' experience with data analytics and mining, data visualization, business operations, process improvement, project facilitation, finance and/or other relevant experience required. 2-4 years of relevant experience preferred.
Lean/Six Sigma certification or equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred. Demonstrated ability to initiate and complete projects. Analytical and computer skills including knowledge of statistical, database, spreadsheet and business intelligence software. Ability to learn new systems and develop models. Independent and self-motivated.
Ongoing:Maintain licensure (if applicable). Demonstrated competency to meet essential job functions. On-going participation in professional organizations that provide continuing educational opportunities and promote professional advancement. Demonstrated ability to function as an interdisciplinary team member who actively contributes to the effective planning, coordination, and implementation of healthcare services to meet the needs of the patients, families and community served.
