Data Analyst, Radiation Therapy

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The Data Analyst at North Mississippi Health Services is responsible for data collection and analysis to support effective clinical and financial performance, especially reimbursement capture. This role requires strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills to complete admissions financial processing and financial counseling for patients, engage effectively with cross-departmental staff, and develop databases and reporting to support analysis of optimization opportunities for patient care and financial performance.

• Obtains and/or verifies insurance eligibility, benefits and prior authorizations.
• Gathers required signatures on patient paperwork.
• Verifies data/information for accuracy to secure reimbursement for office visits and procedures.
• Schedules appointments/referrals and informs patient.
• Provides financial counseling to patients.

• Interprets data and analyzes results to meet information and financial needs of the Clinic.
• Performs clinical abstraction from medical record, collects and input essential clinical data to support patient care.
• Utilizes analytical tools to prepare reports for clinical and financial review (i.e. spreadsheets, graphs and budget performance).
• Coordinates the development, testing, implementation, and education of IT systems related to Clinic processes (i.e. SCM, PFM, 3 M, Athena, Aria, etc.).

• Develops databases for clinical and financial outcomes (as needed/requested).
• Ensures report(s) are accurate and complete based on the requirements.

• Effectively communicates with patients, providers, and payers (as necessary).

• Works with clinical staff to coordinate and secure information necessary to admit, bill, and collect reimbursement monies.

• Adheres to NMHS/NMMC Policies/Procedures/Guidelines.
• Complies with applicable Local/State/Federal procedures, guidelines, regulations and laws.

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent - Required
• Associate's Degree in Business, Healthcare, Accounting or related field - Preferred

• 1-3 years. Minimum of 1 year experience in business, accounting or clinic operations - Preferred

• Working knowledge of computer competencies in the following applications:
  Programming, Database, Word Processing, Presentation Software, Spreadsheets, and Graphics - required
• Good written and verbal communication skills - required
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and creative thinking skills - required
• Knowledge of clinical terminology - required
• Must exhibit a high level of initiative, accuracy, diplomacy, and self-direction
• Must accurately and efficiently develop, maintain, and distribute records/reports
• Must be able to prioritize workflow
• Must be able to work independently
• Must efficiently complete multiple tasks
• Must have extensive contact with: patients, family members, financial managers, ancillary personnel, Management Information Services, and other NMHS staff members
• Must have good written and verbal communication skills
• Must reflect a positive, caring attitude toward clients, patients, staff and the public we serve

Entry level

Full-time

Information Technology

Hospitals and Health Care