Sr. Business Analyst, Clinical Operations and Revenue Cycle

VCU Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

VCU Health in Richmond, Virginia, is seeking a Sr. Business Analyst in Clinical Operations and Revenue Cycle to advance healthcare analytics, financial planning, and process improvement initiatives.

You will collaborate with administration, nursing, and medical staff to analyze programs, identify issues, and propose timely, data-driven solutions. Qualifications include a bachelor’s in business/finance/IS, 5+ years in healthcare analytics or 4+ years in related fields, strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a business-related field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum five years in healthcare business setting, or four years in finance/IT/HR/accounting.
• Advanced experience with spreadsheets, databases, and reporting software.
• Experience with an EHR (Cerner) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide analysis and business support across operations and revenue cycle.
• Identify issues and recommend timely, effective solutions.
• Ensure compliance with applicable governmental rules and regulations.
• Coordinate with manager; may lead a team as needed.

Skills

Data analysis

Financial thinking

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Information Systems, Accounting, Human Resources

Master’s Degree in Business Administration or Information Systems (preferred)

Tools

Cerner

Excel

Databases

Report-writing software

Job description

Sr. Business Analyst, Clinical Operations and Revenue Cycle

Richmond, Virginia, United States

Sep 4, 2026

$62,420 - $128,772/year

The Business Analyst Senior job provides analysis and business support that may include work in any combination of the following: business and decision analytics, financial planning and management, budget, procurement, general business operations, facilities management, staff supervision, performance improvement initiatives, and/or information technology coordination in collaboration with administration, nursing, and/or medical staff.

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 - $128,772.80

Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.

VCU Health is an academic medical center dedicated to outstanding patient care, innovation in healthcare, and the training of the future workforce within a diverse and inclusive environment.

1250 E. Marshall Street, Richmond, Virginia 23219, US 1755 N Mecklenburg Ave, South Hill, Virginia 23950, US 1000 E Broad St, Richmond, VA 23219, US