Business Analyst – Consultant - SOSC

Job Title: Business Analyst – Consultant
Location: Columbia, SC (Hybrid)
Duration: 12 Months
Pay Rate: $70 - $75/hour

Candidate must be a CURRENT South Carolina resident. No relocation allowed.

Job Description:
Seeking an experienced Business Analyst to support a large-scale Medicaid Enterprise System (MES) Modernization project. This role will bridge business needs and IT solutions, ensuring project goals are met through process analysis, requirement gathering, and system integration support.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze and document business processes for system modernization.
• Translate business needs into functional specifications for IT teams.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration between business and technical stakeholders.
• Support project managers in tracking deliverables and priorities.
• Lead design sessions and drive efficient MES system configurations.
• Maintain project documentation and key performance indicators.

Required Skills:

• 7+ years in commercial healthcare.
• 3+ years in Medicaid payer systems and integration.
• Experience with MITA principles, EDI, and data structures.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.

Preferred:

• Experience in Medicaid/government system integration.
• Familiarity with federal certification processes and project lifecycle management.

Education:

• Bachelor’s in Business, IT, Healthcare, or related field (or equivalent experience).