Monday, March 24, 2008

Configuration Analysis Analyst (16759) in Dallas, TX

PEROT SYSTEMS CORPORATION is a worldwide provider of information technology services and business solutions to a broad range of clients. It is currently looking for a Configuration Analyst to join our team in Dallas TX.

Job Responsibilities:
Perot Systems is seeking a Configuration Analyst to support the PERADIGM application. This person must have demonstrated strong abilities in supporting claims payment systems for healthcare payers. The configuration analyst reviews and interprets provider demographic change requests and contract arrangements, configures the provider requests into PERADIGM, performs system testing and coordinates client approval. The configuration analyst creates and prepares provider directory extracts for the client on an annual and quarterly basis, generates the annual 1099 mailings, and identifies process improvements to implement efficiency in the request process and minimize claim pends for mismatched providers. The Configuration Analyst writes and runs queries and data extracts from the back-end, prepares data for back-end loading, and coordinates the loading with the IT staff. The configuration analyst is responsible for tracking all requests, both internal and client generated, reporting status on the requests, responding to questions regarding the provider and pricing configuration, documenting procedures and test results. The configuration analyst is responsible for documenting policies, procedures, and decisions made, obtaining client approval of the decisions and training and monitoring other staff on the approved processes. Testing and implementation of new application functionality may also be required. This person researches and troubleshoots application errors and responds to general customer inquiries of the application capability.

The Configuration Analyst works closely with the other members of the configuration team, the client and the operation team. Other general duties include: serving as the customer interface for application support, developing and executing Quality Assurance test plans, and evaluating proposed product functionality. In addition, configuration analysts are charged with proposing strategic solutions to our customer and assisting them with planning for future enhancements to systems.

Excellent customer interface skills and the ability to effectively communicate with department leaders is required. Ability to function independently and as a team player. A self starter - must be able to multi-task and handle multiple ongoing projects. Candidates must demonstrate tenacity for application problem-solving and a solid work ethic.
Required Skills:
3+ yrs payer system configuration and/or implementation
2+ yrs provider configuration
5+ Application problem solving
2+ years Knowledge of industry standard claim coding, including CPT and ICD codes
Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
Experience with Microsoft Access to build queries and generate output
Strong analytical skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Knowledge of table structure and data types is needed
Desired Skills:

2+ yrs Healthcare business background in configuring/implementing payer systems, including DIAMOND or PERADIGM
1+ yrs experience defining application requirements, reporting requirements
Experience analyzing claims for billing trends for systems solutions
2+ yrs troubleshooting application functionality
Strong math skills
1+ years PL/SQL Developer or similar product experience for extracting and analyzing data
Minimum Educational Requirements:
Bachelors Degree or equivalent

Perot Systems is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Perot Systems Corporation to encourage and support equal employment opportunity for all Associates and applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, disabled veteran or Vietnam era veteran status.

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