Business Intelligence Analyst (Systems/Applications Analyst, Sr.)

Department Overview

The mission of the Information Technology Group (ITG) is to provide and support technology and information services that enable OHSU to be a national leader in health and science innovation. 

Function/Duties of Position

The work of the Business Intelligence & Advanced Analytics (BIAA) division ensures that the informational assets of the OHSU enterprise are leveraged to enhance financial, clinical, operational, and research decision-making.

 

In this position, you will develop, implement, and maintain business intelligence solutions using Cognos Analytics, Cognos Framework Manager, and Microsoft Power BI to support reporting and access to financial and operational data.

 

Acting much like an internal consultant, this position will collaborate with OHSU leadership, partners, vendors, IT, and project managers to document scope, define requirements, as well as develop, validate, test, and maintain BI solutions. This involves leveraging existing OHSU BI assets and adhering strictly to OHSU's software development methodology, data governance, data security, change management, and reporting standards. Facilitating communication with stakeholders across all organizational levels is a key requirement.

 

Candidates must be able to excel in a collaborative environment, where open and honest communication drives innovation and process improvement. The ideal candidate will seek out opportunities to lead and lift others by offering consulting and providing technical expertise to assist customers and fellow team members.

 

This position is also responsible for detailed technical analysis to assure the availability and accuracy of data contained in the BIAA supported data warehouses or accessed through BIAA supported BI systems. This will include availability for rotation through support required for operational process improvement, software upgrades, and project go-lives.

Required Qualifications

Education: 

Master’s degree in computer science, a related field, or a clinical field and four years work related experience in the information technology field or a combination of clinical or operational healthcare environments; OR

 

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, a related field, or a clinical field and six years work related experience in the information technology field or a combination of clinical or operational healthcare environments; OR

 

Associate’s degree in computer science, a related field, or a clinical field and seven years work related experience in the information technology field or a combination of clinical or operational healthcare environments; OR

 

Eight years work related experience in the information technology field or a combination of clinical or operational healthcare environments; OR

 

Equivalent combination of education and experience where one year of experience will be substituted for an Associate’s degree and two years of experience will be substituted for a Bachelor’s degree.

 

Experience: 

• Minimum four years paid work experience as Data Analyst, Data Engineer, or BI Developer (or equivalent classification)
• Four years of experience developing reports with a BI reporting tool
• Five years of experience working with relational databases
• Experience with facilitating requirements gathering sessions and documenting requirements
• Experience creating technical documentation of reports and data/report models
• Experience planning and managing small projects or serving a consultative role

Job Related Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Experience with Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC) processes and procedures
• Proven communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to read, write and maintain SQL Code
• Experience translating business requirements into reporting solutions.
• Exceptional customer service skills - both in person and on the phone.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills - able to resolve conflicts and to problem-solve between parties.
• Demonstrated evidence of strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities.
• Ability to work independently

Additional Details

This position is 100% remote.

All are welcome

Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.