Senior Business Analyst at Merakey Education Autism Services

Lafayette, Louisiana, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Dec, 25

Salary

92000.0

Posted On

19 Sep, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Business Analysis, Electronic Health Record Systems, Data Analysis, Reporting Tools, Analytical Skills, Communication Skills, Organizational Skills, Time Management, Technology Trends, Collaboration, Training, Compliance, Continuous Improvement, Stakeholder Engagement, Documentation, Decision-Making

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Merakey is a leading provider of behavioral health services, dedicated to improving patient outcomes through innovative technology solutions. We are seeking a Senior Business Analyst to join our Adult Behavioral Health (ABH) team. This individual will play a critical role in shaping data-driven strategies, enhancing electronic health record systems, and supporting organizational growth through advanced business intelligence designs. STARTING SALARY: $92,000 ANNUALLY, PLUS MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT. DAY-TO-DAY RESPONSIBILITIES: * Partner with stakeholders to analyze business needs, translate requirements, and optimize EHR and reporting systems. * Design and implement business intelligence solutions that deliver actionable insights and support decision-making across ABH. * Collaborate with IT, clinical, and operational teams to deploy innovative technologies and ensure compliance with industry standards. ADDITIONAL CONTRIBUTIONS: * Conduct on-site visits and documentation reviews to assess operational needs and compliance. * Develop reporting tools to monitor technology upgrades and support continuous improvement. * Provide end-user training and support to ensure successful adoption of new systems. Benefits Merakey offers generous benefits that promote well-being, financial security, and work-life balance, including: * Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support. * Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions. * DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it! * On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources. * Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services. * Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP). * Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships. * Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle. * Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes. Learn more about our full benefits package - https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits [https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits] About Merakey Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year. Click here to watch a video about Merakey. [https://youtu.be/MD3KtxmS7qo] Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse. Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply! Qualifications The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications: * Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Business Analytics, or a related field. * 1–4 years of experience, preferably with electronic health record (EHR) systems, specifically Avatar. * Familiarity with data analysis and reporting tools. * Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, interpret, and present data effectively. * Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to present findings and recommendations clearly. * Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time management skills. * Ability to identify new technologies and trends to support innovation in behavioral health. * Comfortable working independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

The Senior Business Analyst will partner with stakeholders to analyze business needs and optimize electronic health record systems. They will design and implement business intelligence solutions to support decision-making across the Adult Behavioral Health team.