Value Analysis Specialist

Job Title: Value Analysis Specialist
Location: Tulsa, OK 74136 – Onsite (Main Hospital on Yale)
Duration: 12 Months+ (Full Time)

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (CST)

Sign-On Bonus: None
Relocation: Available
 
Position Summary:
The Value Analysis Specialist supports the value chain analysis process, serving as a key liaison between the strategic sourcing team and clinical team to promote strategic, cost-effective use of products, services, and processes. This role leverages clinical data to evaluate product value and expenditures across the care continuum to identify cost-saving opportunities that enhance patient safety, drive quality outcomes, and support operational efficiency.
 
Job Responsibilities:

• Lead the team through the Value Analysis process under direction of the Value Analysis Manager.
• Ensure selection and implementation of high-quality, cost-effective products and services aligned with organizational quality and savings goals.
• Provide clinical guidance to strategic sourcing regarding contractual decisions.
• Assess feasibility of initiatives proposed by Strategic Sourcing.
• Introduce initiatives to clinical partners and cultivate strong relationships with end users, vendors, GPO partners, and distribution partners.
• Collaborate with clinical leaders to embed cost management strategies within departments, supporting program development, data analysis, and evaluation.
• Review outcomes of implemented changes to confirm alignment with savings and compliance targets.
• Identify gaps in adherence and opportunities for efficiency improvements.
• Collaborate with Value Analysis Manager to resolve concerns related to quality and cost.
• Drive implementation and oversee all phases through go-live.
• Monitor and manage data integrity related to products, services, consumption patterns, and process performance.
• Analyze trends and compliance metrics, identify non-compliance, and implement targeted improvements.
• Partner with clinical leadership to reduce infections, improve Length of Stay (LOS), avoid injuries, and support cost reduction initiatives.

 
Decision Making:

• Exercises independent judgment in planning and sequencing operations and making minor decisions within a complex technical or professional field.

 
Working Relationships:

• Coordinates activities of others (no direct supervision).
• Works directly with patients/customers.
• Engages internal customers via phone or face-to-face.
• Interacts with external customers and healthcare professionals regularly.
• Frequently collaborates with individuals at Director level or above.

 
Required Skills and Experience:

• Minimum 3 years clinical experience; direct Value Analysis or Supply Chain experience in a large healthcare setting preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 and other relevant software.
• Working knowledge of clinical and operational improvement processes.
• Strong analytical skills including cost-benefit and financial feasibility analysis.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, and facilitation skills.
• Experience with project management concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Demonstrated leadership, performance improvement, and composure under stress.
• Strong initiative and motivation.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work efficiently.
• Exceptional data collection, analysis, and dissemination skills with attention to detail.
• Strong business acumen.

 
Required Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Nursing, or related healthcare field.

 
Preferred Certification & Licensure:

• Valid Registered Nurse License (multi-state or Oklahoma).
• Certified Value Analysis Healthcare Professional (CVAHP) from AHVAP preferred.