Business Analyst - Consultant - SOSC

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