Business Data Analyst

Business Data Analyst

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

While UMB is a remote department and this role will be performed remotely, interested applicants should note the following: 

Announcement

 Details 

Open Date  | 07/14/2025
Requisition Number  | PRN42477B
Job Title  | Business Data Analyst
Working Title  | Business Intelligence Analyst II
Job Grade  | F
FLSA Code  | Computer Employee
Patient Sensitive Job Code?  | No
Standard Hours per Week  | 40
Full Time or Part Time?  | Full Time
Shift  | Day
Work Schedule Summary  | UMB Office Hours; M-F 8:00am to 5:00pm Mountain Time
VP Area  | U of U Health - Academics
Department  | 00209 - Univ Medical Billing - Oper
Location  | Other
City  | Other
Type of Recruitment  | External Posting
Pay Rate Range  | 77000 to 84000
Close Date  | 09/14/2025
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)  | 08/01/2025

Job Summary  | University Medical Billing (UMB) is a fully remote department that is viewed as the premier billing office for the University of Utah School of Medicine, serving over 1,800 providers and 30 different specialties across Utah and surrounding states. We strive to be a great place to work while providing the best service to our customers. Our leaders and employees value collaboration, innovation, and accountability – attributes a successful candidate will exemplify.

Job Summary:
Drive business decisions by delivering both quantitative and qualitative data analysis, reporting patterns, insights, and trends to stakeholders. Collect, aggregate, and analyze data from multiple internal and external sources to generate insights into business performance. Produce actionable reports that highlight key performance indicators, identify areas for improvement, and uncover root causes of issues. Communicate findings clearly to stakeholders and provide strategic recommendations to optimize performance. Develop reporting solutions and respond to ad hoc data requests across multiple domains. Contribute to the design and enhancement of business intelligence tools and reporting systems. Embrace innovation and forward thinking by continuously seeking new ways to leverage data for smarter, more strategic decision-making. Handle increasingly complex assignments with minimal supervision and significant latitude for independent judgment.

Compensation & Benefits:
The starting salary for this position is $77,000-$84,000/yr, depending on experience. Members of UMB are eligible for a bonus based on department performance. All team members are eligible for the University’s comprehensive benefit package that includes 90% employer- paid medical insurance, a generous 14.2% retirement contribution, reduced tuition, PTO and holiday pay, and more!   

Employment is contingent on the successful completion of a background check and the adherence to departmental policies, including UMB’s Telecommuting Agreement which requires a distraction-free and HIPAA compliant workplace, cameras on for all virtual calls/meetings, and the ability to work during office hours or assigned shift (M-F, approximately 8am to 5pm Mountain Time) regardless of what time zone you live in. Additionally, new hires are required to provide their own monitors (two) and reliable internet service.   

Responsibilities  | Responsibilities: Advanced Reporting Develop more complex reports and dashboards. Implement best practices for data visualization.  Data Integration Integrate data from multiple sources. Ensure data consistency across different systems. Data Analysis and Insights Conduct in-depth data analysis. Provide actionable insights based on data. Process Improvement Identify areas for process improvement. Implement changes to enhance data collection and reporting. Stakeholder Communication Communicate findings to stakeholders. Provide support for data-driven decision-making. Meets productivity and accuracy expectations of the position, and completes other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications  | Requires a bachelor’s degree in related area or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). Two to four years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences  | An especially qualified candidate will also possess the following: Bachelor’s degree in statistics, computer science, or a related field. 3 years of experience in data analysis or data science. 2 years’ experience in healthcare analytics preferred. Solid business acumen. SQL certification preferred. Experience with Excel, Tableau, Python, SQL, medical billing, and standard financial procedures preferred.

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It’s not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Type  | Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary  | While UMB is a remote department and this role will be performed remotely, interested applicants should note the following: This role is expected to work during UMB office hours which are Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm Mountain Time. The University of Utah is committed to providing jobs to individuals located in Utah, and sees remote roles like this as an opportunity to provide amazing employment opportunities to those living in remote areas of the state. As such, Utah-based applicants may be prioritized in the screening process. At this time, the University of Utah is unable to employ individuals living in California, Colorado, New York, Oregon, or Washington.

Additional Information  | The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
 
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients. All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

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