Senior Decision Support Specialist

Compensation

Salary Range: $53.61 - $80.78 / hour

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Responsibilities

Position Overview:

Prepares routine and novel financial analysis and reports, utilizing accounting theory and technical computer skills, as required by the department and health system for purposes of decision support.

The design and maintenance of complex models and statistical reports to extract accurate
information needed for making data based business decisions
1. Monitor medical cost and utilization trends and analyze data on a monthly basis through the use of
   advanced computer skills
2. Through clear written and oral communication, explain key analytical findings and work with
   subject matter experts to identify appropriate actions and monitor outcomes
3. Assist with annual budget process and determine financial status by comparing and analyzing
   budgets and forecasts with actual results
4. Incorporating metrics and benchmarks (both internal and external) to proactively identify and
   evaluate both leading and trailing indicators of medical management resulting in cost and utilization
   trends
5. Participate in various corporate cross-functional teams
6. Evaluate and improve accounting systems and processes (including automation)
7. Ability to multi-task and work in a deadline driven department
8. Ad hoc requests for data and analysis

Qualifications

Ideal candidate will have strong analytical and computer skills with a focus on financial analysis and database management. Be able to work with little or no supervision. Must be detailed oriented and able to draw well thought-out conclusions. Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Required:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Business, Finance, Computer Science or other related fields of study
• Three (3) years of experience in financial analyst, decision support, or similar roles
• Advanced Microsoft Access and Excel skills
• Solid knowledge of SQL and ETL
• Ability to work with large data sets and have an understanding of data warehousing and relational database concepts

Preferred:

• CPA, CMA, MBA
• Healthcare industry background
• Budget and forecasting
• Cost accounting

Skills/Competencies:

• Statistical trending
• Risk analysis
• Report automation
• Implementation of accounting systems
• Advanced knowledge of MS-Excel (lookups, pivot tables, VBA), MS-Access (queries & designing reports), SQL, and ETL
• Coding ability (for scripting and automation; not production level) or ability to quickly learn one of the following: Visual Basic, Python, or R.
• Ability to confidently interact with all levels in the organization
• Proven ability to apply critical thinking and problem solving skills to unique and complex analyses
• Must be extremely detailed oriented and be able to work with little or no supervision
• An understanding of data warehousing and relational database concepts
• Knowledge of accounting/finance concepts and financial statements.

Overview

Nationally Recognized. Community Focused.

Community Memorial Healthcare is proud to earn the 2026 Outstanding Patient Experience Award from Healthgrades, placing Community Memorial Hospital - Ventura among the top 15% of hospitals nationwide and one of only 13 hospitals in Southern California recognized for patient experience excellence. Extraordinary patient care begins with extraordinary teams.

View all of our awards and accreditations and learn more about us as you explore career opportunities with a team committed to compassionate, award-winning care.

Community Memorial Health System was established in 2005 when Community Memorial Hospital in Ventura merged with Ojai Valley Community Hospital. It is comprised of these two hospitals along with a network of primary and specialty care health centers serving various communities across west Ventura County. Our health system is a community-owned, not-for-profit organization. As such, we are not backed by a corporate or government entity, nor do we answer to shareholders. We depend on - and answer to - the communities we serve.

Community Memorial Healthcare Benefits

To help heal, comfort, and promote health for the communities we serve, Community Memorial Healthcare takes care of our community of employees so our local community can be cared for. That's why we provide competitive benefits, along with great career choices, training, and leadership development. Our total rewards package provides benefits that support you and your family's health and wellness in all aspects of life. From our top tier insurance plans to our employee assistance program, take advantage of what CMH has to offer so you and your loved ones can have peace of mind now and for years to come. CMH is here for you and your family every step of the way.

• Competitive Pay
• Shift Differentials
• In-House Registry Rates
• Fidelity 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Medical (EPO/PPO), Dental, & Vision Insurance Coverage
• Voluntary Worksite Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program Available 24/7 (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Recognition programs
• Employee service recognition events
• Home, Retail, Travel & Entertainment Discounts
• National Hospital Week and National Nurses Week celebrations

Community Memorial Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. We strive to promote an environment where exceptional people bring diverse perspectives and find belonging, support and connection to their work in our community.

"We are an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disabled Employer"