Business Specialist

Description Location: UCHealth Yampa Valley Med Center, US:CO:Steamboat SpringsDepartment: YVMC Nursing Admin Acute CareFTE: Full Time, 1.0, 80.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks)Shift: Days Pay: $31.61 - $47.41 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experienceLong-term employee housing available UCHealth Yampa Valley Medical Center is pleased to offer long-term employee housing at Creek's End, a 42-unit development consisting of 1, 2 and 3-bedroom pet-friendly condos located just over a mile from the hospital campus. Amenities include all major appliances including in-unit washer and dryer, private patio or balcony, unit-controlled heating and air conditioning, and onsite parking. Please email [email protected] for more information. Summary:Performs analysis for assigned administrative, systems, financial, and operational projects. Will support both clinical and administrative teams.We seek a candidate with:Strong business background. Experience in contract review, cost analysis and identifying opportunities for savings and operational efficiency.Background in purchasing Experience as a business manager with a physician group or similar healthcare setting preferred.Responsibilities:Assists to identify cost savings opportunities; reviews and assesses literature to assist in the evaluation, analysis and implementation of cost-effective products, devices, and physician preference items.Facilitates contracts for medical supplies, physician preference items or specialized commodities to determine appropriateness for hospital use. Develops a project plan with timeline and resources.Gathers data, leads negotiations with vendor representatives, completes financial analysis, and prepares presentation materials. Analyzes product utilization, pricing tiers, compatibility with existing equipment and operational practices, and evaluates safety issues related to regulatory requirements and product use.Identifies opportunities to promote positive patient outcomes, cost reductions, and revenue enhancement.Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.Requirements:High school diploma or GED. Preferred: Bachelor's degree.2 years of related experience.We improve lives. In big ways through learning, healing, and discovery. In small, personal ways through human connection. But in all ways, we improve lives.UCHealth invests in its Workforce.UCHealth offers a Three Year Incentive Bonus to recognize employee's contributions to our success in quality, patient experience, organizational growth, financial goals, and tenure with UCHealth. The bonus accumulates annually each October and is paid out in October following completion of three years' employment.UCHealth offers their employees a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package (benefit eligibility is based off of FTE status):Medical, dental and vision coverage including coverage for eligible dependents403(b) with employer matching contributionsTime away from work: paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence; start your employment at UCHealth with PTO in your bankEmployer-paid basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy-up coverage optionsEmployer paid short term disability and long-term disability with buy-up coverage optionsWellness benefitsFull suite of voluntary benefits such as flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care, health savings accounts (available with HD/HSA medical plan only), identity theft protection, pet insurance, and employee discount programsEducation benefits for employees, including the opportunity to be eligible for 100% of tuition, books and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees. Other programs may qualify for up to $5,250 pre-paid by UCHealth or in the form of tuition reimbursement each calendar yearLoan Repayment:UCHealth is a qualifying employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program! UCHealth provides employees with free assistance navigating the PSLF program to submit their federal student loans for forgiveness through Savi.UCHealth always welcomes talent. This position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified.UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an equal opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual's race, color, national origin, language, culture, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, socioeconomic status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state, or local law. UCHealth does not discriminate against any qualified applicant with a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when they do not impose an undue hardship on the organization. Who We Are ()AF123

Created: 2025-07-01