IT BUSINESS ANALYST

IT BUSINESS ANALYST

ALTA IT Services has a direct hire opening for an experienced IT Business Analyst to join a Columbia, MD-based healthcare IT company. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in business analysis, with expertise in IT systems and technologies. Additionally, experience in the healthcare industry and experience or familiarity with FHIR standards is highly desirable.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and document business requirements for IT projects, including system functionality, data integration, and process improvement
• Review, understand, and analyze FHIR standards and frame requirements accordingly
• Conduct detailed analysis of business processes, systems, and data to identify adherence to standards and efficiency improvement
• Develop and document detailed technical specifications, system workflows, and other relevant artifacts to guide software development teams in building IT solutions
• Participate in the design, development, and implementation of IT solutions, including interfaces, APIs, and other integrations
• Collaborate with development, testing, QA, and project management, to ensure successful delivery
• Provide end-user training documentation for applications; may need to provide end-user support at times
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, security standards, and data privacy requirements, such as HIPAA and other regulations
• Participate in quality assurance and testing activities to validate system functionality, performance, and quality
• Develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders to understand their business needs

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or related field
• Proven experience as an IT Business Analyst, with a strong understanding of business analysis methodologies and best practices
• Experience in gathering and documenting business requirements, conducting process analysis, and developing technical specifications for IT projects
• Familiarity with healthcare industry standards and regulations, such as HIPAA, HL7, and FHIR, is highly desirable
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to analyze complex data and information
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and clients
• Knowledge of software development methodologies, such as Agile, Scrum, or Waterfall, and experience working with development teams
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to changing requirements, and work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Strong attention to detail and ability to deliver high-quality work
• Professional certifications in business analysis, such as CBAP or CCBA, are a plus
• Proactive, Self-starter, and self-sufficient to work without constant oversight

For consideration, please contact Melissa McNally via
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