Lead Analyst
Partners HealthCare System (Boston, Massachusetts)

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Description: The Government Revenue Lead Analyst provides oversight of processes and projects, including annual budget and forecasting and Government Payer payment system changes and updates and technical expertise and guidance to staff within the Department and throughout Partners Corporate Finance and the Entities in a strong, thorough and customer-service oriented manner.

1. Oversee and coordinate Government Revenue aspects of the annual budget and multi-year forecast, including

Review of current law, regulation and guidance pertaining to Medicare, MassHealth, Health Safety Net and other Government Payers;

Discussion with experts, both internally (e.g., PHS Government Relations, Entities) and externally (e.g., Provider Associations, External Lobbyists, Policy Makers, etc.);

Recommending budget and forecast assumptions to Director of Government Revenue / Senior Finance Leaders;

Summarize assumptions and provide instructions to entity net revenue and budget staff regarding the assimilation of assumptions into their budgets and forecasts;

Oversee the development, maintenance, documentation and dissemination of reimbursement models. Ensure that they are user-friendly and maintain strict version control.



2. Monitor, analyze / oversee the analysis of, and summarize the development of, or changes to, laws, regulation and guidance that affect revenue received from Government Payers, including:

Review proposed rules / regulations with pertinent staff, both internally and externally;

Analyze and oversee analysis of impact on revenue as well as increases in administrative burden;

Summarize issues and draft comments;

Provide guidance and education to staff within the Department, Net Revenue and Budget Staff and Entity staff.

Educate and train analysts within the department regarding government payer payment methodologies and the analysis of their impact on Partners.



3. Lead government revenue related projects to execute high quality deliverables, including:

1. Scope, design and implement work plans;

2. Supervise, train and mentor project staff to encourage dissemination of public payer payment policy knowledge.



4. Supervise and mentor analysts and oversee project workflow within Government Payment Policy unit.



5. Serve as lead government payer payment system expert, including representing Partners Government Revenue Department on internal and external work groups / other venues.



6. Provide ongoing communication to Government Revenue Director and Managers regarding issues or concerns relative to the accomplishment of the Departments goals.



7. Develop strong working relationships with managers and lead / senior analytic staff within Corporate Finance, at the System level (particularly Government Relations, Community Benefits and Clinical Affairs / Quality) and throughout the Entities.



8. Oversee / provide guidance and analytic support to Department staff, Partners Corporate, Entity staff and external CFO as requested.



9. Promote a commitment to continuous personal and professional development and quality improvement. Instill an awareness of customer service throughout the team. Qualifications: Masters Degree with Health Policy focus or concentration, such as Health Policy / Management, MBA, Public Health.

Five plus years of progressive health policy and government reimbursement experience in an academic medical center, "big five" accounting firm or government agency with extensive health oversight.

In-depth knowledge of governmental payor payment methodologies.

Strong quantitative, analytical, and statistical skills, as well as the ability to effectively interpret, summarize and communicate the results of complex data analysis.

Excellent microcomputer skills and knowledge of relevant systems is required Salary/Benefits: Salary commensurate with experience Partners HealthCare offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a choice of six medical plans, two dental plans, prescription drug and vision coverage, generous Paid Time Off, disability coverage, retirement plans, flexible spending accounts, and tuition reimbursement. Job Location: Boston, MA Job Number: 3029 Company URL: http://www.partners.org Company Profile: Founded by Brigham and Women's Hospital and Massachusetts General Hospital, Partners HealthCare is a network of integrated hospitals and physicians providing cutting-edge patient care, teaching, and research. Over 3,000 professionals work behind the scenes to help keep Partners at the forefront of medicine, including those in Information Systems, Finance, Human Resources, Development, Real Estate, Legal Counsel, Business Planning, and other administrative capacities. Enjoy the benefits of a strong, stable organization; the largest health system in New England and the largest non-government employer in Massachusetts.

Partners Healthcare System is an Equal Opportunity Employer.