The Business Analyst Senior job identifies issues related to existing programs and recommends effective, timely solutions. This role ensures compliance with applicable governmental rules and regulations.Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: N/A Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: N/A Experience REQUIRED: Minimum of five (5) years in healthcare business setting, or minimum of four (4) years in finance, IT, HR, or accounting. Experience in data/information analysis, with strong financial and critical thinking skills. Previous experience with compensation, payroll, contracts, business administration, process improvement, data analytics, and/or regulation compliance. Advanced level of experience with spreadsheets, databases, and report-writing software. Experience PREFERRED: Seven (7) years of work experience in an academic medical center/hospital/Physician practice or other health care setting. Compensation experience in a healthcare organization. Previous supervisory work experience. Project management experience. Previous experience using an Electronic Health Record (EHR) preferably Cerner. Education/training REQUIRED: Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Information Systems, Accounting, Human Resources, or other job-related program, from an accredited program, or equivalent combination of related experience and education. Education/training PREFERRED: Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, or job-related program, from an accredited program. Independent action(s) required: Able to conduct analysis and work independently with minimal supervision. Coordinates work with manager as needed. Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): May lead and have oversight for a team. Additional position requirements: May require working early/late hours or weekends. May require infrequent day or overnight travel. Age Specific groups served: N/A Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate): Physical: Lifting less than 20 lbs. Activities: Prolonged sitting, Walking (distance) Repetitive motion: Keyboard, Mouse: Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Able to adapt to frequent, change
Senior Business Analyst has expertise in Clinical Operations and Revenue Cycle management, focused on improving healthcare processes, optimizing operational efficiency, and enhancing financial performance. Skilled in requirements gathering, data analysis, workflow optimization, and cross-functional collaboration to support clinical and revenue cycle initiatives. Proven ability to translate business needs into actionable solutions, drive process improvements, and leverage data-driven insights to improve patient outcomes, regulatory compliance, and revenue integrity.
Compensation Range
$62,420.80 - $128,772.80Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.
EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran
Skills Required
- Minimum of five (5) years in a healthcare business setting or four (4) years in finance, IT, HR, or accounting
- Experience in data/information analysis with strong financial and critical thinking skills
- Advanced level experience with spreadsheets, databases, and report-writing software
- Previous experience with compensation, payroll, contracts, business administration, process improvement, data analytics, and/or regulation compliance
- Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Information Systems, Accounting, Human Resources, or equivalent combination of experience and education
- Ability to conduct analysis and work independently with minimal supervision
- Seven (7) years of experience in an academic medical center/hospital/physician practice
- Compensation experience in a healthcare organization
- Previous supervisory work experience
- Project management experience
- Previous experience using an Electronic Health Record (EHR), preferably Cerner
- Master's Degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, or job-related program
VCU Health Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about VCU Health and has not been reviewed or approved by VCU Health.
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Healthcare Strength — Benefits are described as comprehensive, with medical, dental, vision, mental health, and prescription coverage, and low out-of-pocket costs when using VCU Health facilities. Multiple plan options provide flexibility across networks.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a 401(a) plan with employer matching contributions alongside 457(b) and 403(b) savings options. Life and disability insurance further strengthen long‑term financial protection.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off is positioned as a competitive component of the package. Additional supports such as adoption leave and back‑up care contribute to work‑life balance.
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What We Do
We are a strong, passionate team of more than 12,500 who take pride in caring for every person who comes through our doors. We lift each other up so we can provide the very best and safest care to those who need us most. Together. Every day. With the support of our university, we make up an academic medical center committed to excellence in patient care, innovation and training tomorrow’s health care workforce. We continue to educate, research and evolve – staying on the cutting edge of care. As a community of innovators, every team member can contribute a spark of ingenuity igniting a force to discover the next cure, hold the next hand, solve the greatest challenges and create the health care of tomorrow. We foster an atmosphere of respect and welcoming for all communities. We infuse our teams with diverse talent that inspires everyone to contribute openly and freely, maximizing their impact and creating meaningful change for our patients and community. Join our team and help us create a new kind of patient experience. Join VCU Health. EEO Statement: VCU Health System strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against, or harassment of, team members, applicants, or any other covered persons because of age, race, ethnicity, religion, culture, language, physical or mental disability, socioeconomic status, sex (sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and pregnancy), protected veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristics under applicable federal, state, or local law. Pay Transparency Provisions: VCU Health System complies with the Pay Transparency Provisions







