[Remote] Senior Application Systems Analyst

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. LifeBridge Health is a dynamic health system focused on improving community health. The Senior Application Systems Analyst will be responsible for implementing, enhancing, and supporting business, clinical, or financial applications while providing customer support and ensuring adherence to departmental processes.ResponsibilitiesWorking primarily independently with direction from the manager while referring appropriately to the manager, the senior application system analyst is responsible for the implementation, enhancement and support of business, clinical or financial applications deployed throughout the system, following standard departmental processes, especially change control and use of the issue/request tracking systemThe system analyst should exhibit customer service skills necessary to provide ongoing telephone support for end usersDeep understanding of the Athena/IDX professional billing system, including charge capture, claims processing, reimbursement workflows, working with outside vendors (vendor management), and payment postingStrong understanding of Athena/IDX database management system (DBMS), including data structures, tables, and system configurationProficiency in SQL and data extraction tools for reporting and analysisFamiliarity with integration between Cerner Millennium (registration, scheduling, clinical systems, and facility billing) and Athena/IDX professional billing workflowsUnderstanding of revenue cycle workflows across both facility (Cerner Millennium) and professional billing (Athena/IDX) environmentsAbility to troubleshoot Athena/IDX applications, resolve system issues, and optimize financial and operational workflowsKnowledge of interface development and integration (HL7, APIs, flat files) with third-party systemsExperience with reporting tools and data analysis to support operational and financial decision-makingAES programming experience (Athena Enterprise System) is a plusIn-depth understanding of physician (professional) billing, charge capture, payment reconciliation, claims adjudication, and denial managementStrong understanding of end-to-end revenue cycle workflows, including alignment between Athena/IDX professional billing and Cerner Millennium facility billingFamiliarity with Maryland regulations, Health Services Cost Review Commission (HSCRC)Knowledge of HIPAA, Medicare/Medicaid, payer regulations, ICD-10, CPT coding, and other healthcare compliance standardsUnderstanding of reimbursement methodologies and denial prevention strategies across professional billingFamiliarity with hospital billing workflows and integration points is a plusFamiliarity with Epic, Meditech, or other EHR revenue cycle systems is a plusExperience in leading implementations, system upgrades, and optimizations within Athena/IDX or similar professional billing systemsAbility to manage cross-functional teams, working with finance, IT, clinical departments, and revenue cycle stakeholders (PDI, PFS, Charge Services)Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to optimize revenue cycle workflows and financial reportingEffective communication and documentation skills, with the ability to train end-users and stakeholdersAbility to work closely with teams supporting Cerner Millennium to ensure alignment across systems and workflowsExperience with project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, PMP preferred)SkillsBachelor's Degree2-4 years experienced preferredDeep understanding of the Athena/IDX professional billing system, including charge capture, claims processing, reimbursement workflows, working with outside vendors (vendor management), and payment postingStrong understanding of Athena/IDX database management system (DBMS), including data structures, tables, and system configurationProficiency in SQL and data extraction tools for reporting and analysisFamiliarity with integration between Cerner Millennium (registration, scheduling, clinical systems, and facility billing) and Athena/IDX professional billing workflowsUnderstanding of revenue cycle workflows across both facility (Cerner Millennium) and professional billing (Athena/IDX) environmentsAbility to troubleshoot Athena/IDX applications, resolve system issues, and optimize financial and operational workflowsKnowledge of interface development and integration (HL7, APIs, flat files) with third-party systemsExperience with reporting tools and data analysis to support operational and financial decision-makingIn-depth understanding of physician (professional) billing, charge capture, payment reconciliation, claims adjudication, and denial managementStrong understanding of end-to-end revenue cycle workflows, including alignment between Athena/IDX professional billing and Cerner Millennium facility billingFamiliarity with Maryland regulations, Health Services Cost Review Commission (HSCRC)Knowledge of HIPAA, Medicare/Medicaid, payer regulations, ICD-10, CPT coding, and other healthcare compliance standardsUnderstanding of reimbursement methodologies and denial prevention strategies across professional billingExperience in leading implementations, system upgrades, and optimizations within Athena/IDX or similar professional billing systemsAbility to manage cross-functional teams, working with finance, IT, clinical departments, and revenue cycle stakeholders (PDI, PFS, Charge Services)Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to optimize revenue cycle workflows and financial reportingEffective communication and documentation skills, with the ability to train end-users and stakeholdersAbility to work closely with teams supporting Cerner Millennium to ensure alignment across systems and workflowsAES programming experience (Athena Enterprise System) is a plusFamiliarity with hospital billing workflows and integration points is a plusFamiliarity with Epic, Meditech, or other EHR revenue cycle systems is a plusExperience with project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, PMP preferred)Relevant certifications in healthcare IT, Athena/IDX, database management, or revenue cycle systemsSQL or data analytics certifications are a plusProject Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent is a plusBenefitsCompetitive compensation (additional compensation such as overtime, shift differentials, premium pay, and bonuses may apply depending on job)Comprehensive health plansFree parkingWellness programsOpportunities for professional development, including tuition reimbursement and developing foundational skills for neonatal critical care leadership and advanced certificationA culture of collaboration with resources like unit-based practice councils and advanced clinical education support — improving both workflow efficiency and patient outcomes and allowing you to work at the top of your licenseCompany OverviewLifeBridge Health is a regional health care organization based in northwest Baltimore city and Baltimore County. It was founded in 1998, and is headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://www.lifebridgehealth.org/.Company H1B SponsorshipLifeBridge Health has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 2 in 2025, 2 in 2023. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.