Business Systems Analyst

If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work - they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living.

We are searching for a Business Systems Analyst to join our Business Systems Analysis team based in Halifax, NS.

This is a temporary full-time opportunity on a twenty-four (24) month contract with possibility of extension

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development, and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:
Comprehensive health and dental benefits plan (eligible immediately upon hire) including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
RRSP program (5% employer matching)
Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance.
Free onsite parking
Employee discounts on select apparel, fitness, and retail partners through our Perks Program
Access to continuing education and training through Shannex’s Centre of Excellence
Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives.
Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About the Opportunity

A systems administrator of enterprise related software, for example, finance, health, marketing and sales, asset management, integration tools, etc. including the administration of future changes to the suite of software.

The technical lead on defining and implementing user defined requirements.

Process builder and data analyst to automate manual processes across various departments and in various systems.

Analyze data from systems to identify risks, trends, and opportunities where the systems can add further value to the organization, through functional changes, integration, reporting/decision support or user support.

Assist with all projects from inception to completion ensuring plans are implemented with clear attention to detail and following up/supporting/evaluating project outcomes.

Promote and ensure security compliance with legislation, contracts, and company policies across the organization.

Implement security protocol where needed to protect Shannex against risk.

About You

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration, and accountability, you bring:
A university degree preferably in computer science with a major in Information Science.

Two or more years of experience in a technical role of gathering and converting user defined requirements into optimized business processes and best practices.

Demonstrated ability to work with various disciplines including regulated and non-regulated health professionals, physicians, and technical staff.

Post secondary degree in health information management, health administration, health informatics or a related discipline would be considered an asset.

Working proficiency in French would be considered an asset.

Effective communication skills, verbal and written, and enjoys working collaboratively to achieve results.

A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services, and care.

About Us

It all began in 1988 when our Founder, Joseph Shannon, purchased a single nursing home in his hometown of Sydney, Cape Breton. For more than three decades, Shannex has grown as a trusted provider of senior accommodations, services and care in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario. Our industry-leading services are inspired by residents and delivered by Parkland Retirement Living and Lifestyle Residences, Shannex Enhanced Care, Faubourg du Mascaret, Milestone Communities, and Care at Home team members who create an exceptional resident experience and a positive, fulfilling work environment where every voice matters.

Great People is a core value at Shannex based on the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of the organization. Shannex believes equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging is about creating a culture that embraces the uniqueness of individuals, where every person is treated fairly and where racism and discrimination are not tolerated. At Shannex, every team member belongs.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Our company policy requires all employees be vaccinated against COVID-19.