Managed Care Analyst / Managed Care / Full Time

Catawba Valley Health System; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Catawba Valley Medical Center in Hickory, NC seeks a healthcare analytics/financial analysis professional to support hospital operations and strategic planning. A Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, business, finance, economics, data science, or related field is preferred; an Associate’s with 2–3 years hospital experience may be considered.

In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 5–7 years’ experience in healthcare analytics or managed care is acceptable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, business, finance, economics, data science, or related field preferred.
• Associate’s degree in healthcare, or finance with 2–3 years of hospital experience may be considered.
• In lieu of a degree; a minimum of 5–7 years of experience in healthcare analytics, managed care, financial analysis, or a similar field.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical ability

Communication skills

Customer service

Adaptability to new software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration

Associate’s degree in healthcare or finance with 2-3 years hospital experience

5-7 years of experience in healthcare analytics or related field in lieu of degree

Job description

Education & Credentials

Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, business, finance, economics, data science, or a related field is preferred. Alternatively, an Associate’s degree in healthcare, or finance with 2-3 years of experience in a hospital setting may be considered. In lieu of a degree; a minimum of 5-7 years of experience in healthcare analytics, managed care, financial analysis, or a similar field.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary of Performance Expectations:

Required

Education & Credentials: Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, business, finance, economics, data science, or a related field is preferred. Alternatively, an Associate’s degree in healthcare, or finance with 2-3 years of experience in a hospital setting may be considered. In lieu of a degree; a minimum of 5-7 years of experience in healthcare analytics, managed care, financial analysis, or a similar field.

Preferred

Bachelor’s degree in healthcare

Required

Work Experience: One year of relevant experience is preferred. Candidates without experience must have completed a healthcare- or finance-related internship with strong references or possess a significant managed care or analytical background. Knowledge of healthcare reimbursement, managed care operations, CPT, DRGs, ICD-10, and hospital and physician billing is preferred. Advanced Excel, intermediate Word and PowerPoint, analytical ability, adaptability to new software, and strong communication and customer service skills are required. The incumbent should achieve basic proficiency within three months.

ABOUT US

About Catawba Valley Medical Center

COMPREHENSIVE, ACCESSIBLE HEALTHCARE SERVICES IN THE CATAWBA VALLEY

As the region’s largest not-for-profit community hospital, we exist to heal and comfort patients, to promote and foster a healthier community, and to ensure access to healthcare to all who need it - regardless of ability to pay. With a wide array of medical specialties, our skilled nurses and providers are trained to treat virtually any type of injury or illness, providing high-quality, easily accessible healthcare close to home.

Our mission: Exceptional Healthcare. Every Person. Every Time.

At A Glance:

• Region’s only level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)


• Women’s Choice Award winner for America’s Best 100 Hospitals for Patient Experience for six consecutive years


• American College of Surgeons Accredited Comprehensive Community Cancer Center
  
  

HIGH LEVEL OF TECHNICAL CARE FROM MEDICAL EXPERTS

Catawba Valley Medical Center offers a wide range of services from experienced medical specialists capable of addressing virtually any healthcare concern. Our current hospital holds 258 beds and serves the five-county Hickory area. Through our skilled medical practitioners and our highly trained staff, we strive to provide the highest level of medical expertise using the latest, state-of-the-art technology available.

One of our goals at Catawba Valley Medical Center is to provide seamless care between your primary care provider and our hospital. Being a part of a vast healthcare network allows for easier and more efficient communication between local physicians, medical specialists and our hospital. No one should have to travel far for the expert level medical treatment they need. We work with a plethora of medical specialists capable of diagnosing, treating and operating on a wide variety of conditions.

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