About the Role

Join Robert Half's esteemed client in Saddle Brook, New Jersey, as a Senior Software Business Analyst specializing in Healthcare and Insurance. This pivotal full-time position bridges the gap between complex business needs and innovative technical solutions within the dynamic specialty pharmacy sector. You will engage directly with stakeholders to elicit requirements, craft precise functional specifications, and drive projects to successful completion under tight deadlines. With a focus on pharmacy insurance, medical insurance, and claims processing, this role demands a proactive analyst who thrives in fast-paced environments, mentors junior team members, and champions process innovation. Our client delivers comprehensive end-to-end solutions, including hub services, pharmacy network management, group purchasing organization (GPO) services, and state-of-the-art technology platforms, all aimed at optimizing patient outcomes and revolutionizing healthcare delivery.

As a key player, you will collaborate closely with development and QA teams to track milestones, mitigate risks, and enhance application usability. This is more than a job—it's an opportunity to shape the future of healthcare technology while ensuring unwavering compliance with HIPAA regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Requirements Analysis and Documentation

• Collect and translate business requirements into detailed functional specifications for new and existing systems.
• Perform comprehensive gap analyses using Confluence, flowcharts, and wireframes to document workflows and identify discrepancies between current capabilities and business objectives.
• Develop detailed use cases to facilitate functional testing by developers and QA teams.

Project Leadership and Collaboration

• Partner with IT teams to assess project scope, evaluate impacted systems, and deliver strategic insights.
• Evaluate emerging methodologies for feasibility, efficiency, and seamless implementation.
• Acquire deep expertise in internal software platforms, understanding their core functionalities and integration points.
• Lead regular meetings with development teams to troubleshoot obstacles, monitor progress, and ensure alignment.

Process Optimization and Risk Management

• Analyze existing processes to pinpoint inefficiencies and recommend re-engineering solutions that drive business value.
• Deliver timely project status reports to stakeholders, highlighting achievements and upcoming deliverables.
• Proactively identify risks, escalate critical issues, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Innovate continuously by recommending enhancements to improve application functionality and user experience.
• Uphold strict compliance with HIPAA regulations and all relevant amendments to safeguard patient data and operations.

Required Qualifications

To excel in this Business Analyst role at our client's organization in Saddle Brook, NJ, candidates must possess hands-on experience in pharmacy insurance, medical insurance, and claims processing. A bachelor's degree in Business Analysis, Information Technology, Healthcare Administration, or a related field is required, along with 5+ years of progressive experience in software business analysis within healthcare or insurance domains. Exceptional analytical skills, coupled with superior verbal and written communication, are non-negotiable. Familiarity with SDLC methodologies (Agile, Waterfall) and tools like Confluence, JIRA, Visio for flowcharts and wireframes is essential. Leadership experience mentoring junior analysts and managing cross-departmental projects is highly valued. Candidates should demonstrate a proven ability to handle tight timelines, foster innovation, and maintain HIPAA compliance in sensitive environments.

Why Join Us

Robert Half places you at the forefront of a leading healthcare innovator with a robust presence as an industry advocate. Benefit from a competitive salary around $110,000, comprehensive health benefits, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative culture that values your contributions to patient-centered solutions. Located in Saddle Brook, New Jersey, enjoy proximity to New York City while working on transformative projects in specialty pharmacy hub services, network management, and GPO operations. Advance your career with us—apply today and be part of optimizing healthcare delivery for better patient outcomes. (Word count: 812)