Business Process Analyst

Company : Highmark Inc. Job Description : JOB SUMMARY This job provides expertise for standard to moderately complex problem solving and in-depth understanding of system functionality. The incumbent reviews significant amounts of information and analyzes processes to support business unit needs. May troubleshoot errors, conduct impact analyses, and/or solve data rejection. Performs business analyses in one or more operational areas. Identifies process gaps and recommends process improvements for efficiencies. May provide guidance to Associate level employees. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Intake operational objectives and gather information. May perform routine research and evaluate basic output requirements and formats. Communicate business operational requirements to internal groups responsible for developing/testing business requirements in various applications. Coordinate, monitor, and report on the progress of projects to ensure adherence to defined project schedule. Communicate effectively with customers and colleagues. Successfully articulate issues, problems, and solutions. Conduct pre-and post-implementation review. Assist in the planning/designing and facilitation of functional walk-throughs. May require additional support from more experienced team members. Manage small to intermediate cross-functional projects and change initiatives involved in the design and delivery of business process solutions, implementation strategies, and control measures, including scoping, leading, and influencing organizational change related to business processes and models. Facilitate process improvement meetings and/or discussions. Analyze the functions and operations of a business area/function and identify problem areas. Create process mapping and document current and future state business processes. Recommend process efficiencies, strategies for improvement, and/or solutions to align technology with business strategies. Assist in development of desktop procedures and/or training material. Other duties as assigned. EDUCATION Required High School Diploma/GED Substitutions None Preferred Bachelor's Degree EXPERIENCE Required 3 - 5 years of experience in a Business Analyst or Business Process Analyst role or experience in a related operational area (e.g. claims, billing, customer service, etc.) Preferred 1 - 3 years in the Health Insurance Industry LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS Required None Preferred None SKILLS Analysis of business problems/needs Written & Oral Presentation Skills Business Analysis Business Process Design Business Process Improvement Business Process Mapping Business Requirements Collaborative Problem Solving Project Management Languages (other than English) None Travel Required 0% - 25% PHYSICAL, MENTAL DEMANDS and WORKING CONDITIONS Position Type Office-Based Teaches / trains others regularly Occasionally Travel regularly from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site Rarely Works primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (sales employees) Never Physical work site required Yes Lifting: up to 10 pounds Constantly Lifting: 10 to 25 pounds Never Lifting: 25 to 50 pounds Never Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job. Compliance Requirement: This position adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies. As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy. Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements. Pay Range Minimum: $58,100.00 Pay Range Maximum: $90,000.00 Base pay is determined by a variety of factors including a candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expected contributions, as well as internal peer equity, market, and business considerations. The displayed salary range does not reflect any geographic differential Highmark may apply for certain locations based upon comparative markets. Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the email below. For accommodation requests, please contact HR Services Online at View email address on click.appcast.io California Consumer Privacy Act Employees, Contractors, and Applicants Notice Highmark Health is a national, blended health organization that includes one of America’s largest Blue Cross Blue Shield insurers and a growing regional hospital and physician network. Based in Pittsburgh, Pa., Highmark Health’s 35,000 employees serve millions of customers nationwide through the nonprofit organization’s affiliated businesses, which include Highmark Inc., Allegheny Health Network, HM Insurance Group, United Concordia Dental, HM Health Solutions and HM Home & Community Services. Highmark Health’s businesses proudly serve a broad spectrum of health-related needs including health insurance, health care delivery, population health management, dental solutions, reinsurance solutions, and innovative, technology solutions.