Sr. Business Analyst – Inpatient Strategy & Operations

Boston Medical Center; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Boston Medical Center is seeking a Sr. Business Analyst to support high-profile projects aimed at enhancing operational efficiencies within the hospital. The analyst will work closely with clinical and operational leaders to identify and analyze gaps in performance and guide initiatives based on complex data analysis.

Ideal candidates should hold a Bachelor’s degree and have 3–5 years of related experience, with strong skills in project management and data analysis. The role offers a competitive compensation range and benefits including medical, dental, and flexible spending accounts.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of related experience with a focus in data analysis, problem structuring, and project management.
• Experience in a top Management Consulting firm or clinical operations & analytics is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects with support from the Ops Director and use data to derive meaning.
• Conduct complex data analysis to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Oversee/coordinate specific performance improvement projects and guide initiatives.

Skills

Data analysis

Project management

Strategic planning

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Sr. Business Analyst

The Sr. Business Analyst will support high profile projects with exposure to hospital executives, both clinical and operational, designed to reinforce hospital-wide and department-specific strategic goals and increase operational efficiencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage projects with support from the Ops Director and use data to derive meaning and guide strategic initiatives.
• Work directly with central operational, clinical, and business leaders to identify and analyze gaps in process and performance and guide inpatient‑focused initiatives.
• Conduct complex data analysis to understand operations and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Define, develop and implement short‑ and long‑term strategies and plans to meet organizational objectives.
• Develop and maintain reporting to analyze current operations, identify opportunities, and develop project plans.
• Oversee/coordinate specific and complex performance improvement projects; lead project management, gather deliverables, track status, analyze results, and provide recommendations or raise concerns.
• Run cross‑functional initiatives to ensure key inpatient hospital goals (e.g., readmissions, inpatient transfers, length of stay) are met.
• Work collaboratively with stakeholders across the organization to accomplish hospital goals and track KPIs.
• Develop and maintain good communication and relationships within clinical and operational departments.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 3–5 years of related experience with a focus in data analysis, problem structuring, project management, strategic planning (or 1–2 years’ experience in a top Management Consulting firm, or clinical operations & analytics experience).

Knowledge and Skills

• Confidence and adaptability to tackle complex and unstructured problems.
• Positive attitude and willingness to own all aspects of a project.
• Excellent communication skills to distill complicated issues into clear recommendations for administrative and clinical teams.
• Advanced quantitative and critical reasoning skills to structure and carry out analyses.
• Strong interpersonal skills to navigate competing stakeholder interests.
• Ability to work independently and with matrixed teams.
• Ability to manage and prioritize across multiple projects to meet deadlines (with support from the Operations Director).

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation Range: $66,000.00–$96,000.00. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, discretionary annual bonuses and merit increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings match, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family well‑being.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Boston Medical Center is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. We ensure equal employment opportunities for all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or any other non‑job‑related characteristic.

To accommodate application process demands due to medical conditions or disability, please contact Talent Acquisition.

Boston Medical Center participates in the E‑Verify program. Prospective employees must complete a background check before beginning employment.

All staff must be vaccinated against COVID‑19 and flu.