What are the responsibilities and job description for the Financial Analyst I position at United Health Services?
Position Overview
The Financial Analyst I is responsible for calculating and administering physician compensation, including base salary, stipends, incentive payments, LOAs, and special administrative or clinical payments, while ensuring compliance with employment agreements. This role supports provider payroll processing, prepares compensation-related journal entries, analyzes provider productivity and compensation data, and investigates reporting discrepancies. The position also assists with financial reporting, special projects, and departmental initiatives within the Physician Finance Department. Reporting to the Manager of Physician Finance and the Senior Director of Physician Finance and Acute Care, the Financial Analyst I plays a key role in supporting accurate physician compensation, payroll operations, and financial analysis. This position is an on-site position. There is no remote option.
Primary Department, Division, Or Unit
Physician Financial Services, UHS Hospitals
Primary Work Shift
Day
Regular Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Compensation Range
$22.97 - $34.46 per hour, depending on experience
Education/Experience
Minimum Required:
Minimum Required
At United Health Services (UHS), we believe every connection—to patients, to purpose, to each other—makes a difference. That’s why we’re intentional about supporting our team in ways that go beyond the job. Whether through meaningful benefits, personal growth, or fun along the way, we’re here to help you thrive in work and life.
A Culture of Connection – We support each other like family and create space for every voice to be heard. Engagement Councils, peer recognition, and initiatives like Walk in my Shoes for senior leaders are just a few ways we foster belonging and collaboration. Outside of work, we stay connected through team events like trivia, trunk-or-treat, volunteer days, our staff choir, or seasonal celebrations.
Comprehensive Benefits for Life & Family – We offer medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire for employees working 24 hours/week. With flexible plan options and coverage tiers, you can choose what fits your life best. Additional perks include discounted childcare through Bright Horizons and voluntary benefits like pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection.
Well-Being & Financial Security – From day one, PTO starts accruing so you can take time to recharge. We support your long-term wellness with a 403(b) retirement plan and company match, flexible spending accounts, access to financial advisors, and up to $400/year in wellness rewards. When life gets tough, we’re here with 24/7 EAP counseling, virtual mental health support, a food pantry, PTO donation program, and professional attire through the Classy Closet.
Growth That Moves with You – With access to 100,000 online courses, leadership programs, tuition reimbursement, clinical ladders, and internal mobility, we help you grow wherever your passion leads. We also continuously review compensation to ensure market competitiveness and internal equity, so you can feel confident your work is valued and rewarded fairly.
A Place to Call Home – Located in New York’s Southern Tier, UHS offers more than a career—we offer a lifestyle. Enjoy four-season recreation, affordable living, top-rated schools, minor league sports, craft brews, a close-knit community, and more, all within reach of the Finger Lakes, the Catskills, and major Northeast cities.
About United Health Services
United Health Services (UHS) is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system in New York’s Southern Tier comprising four hospitals, long-term care and home care services, and physician practices in Broome and surrounding counties. UHS provides healthcare and medical services for two-thirds of the region’s population, produces $1.3 billion a year in total economic impact, and boasts a workforce of more than 6,300 employees and providers.
At UHS, our work is guided by our Values of Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation. Whether you provide direct patient care or support behind the scenes, you are part of a shared purpose: to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve. Every employee plays a meaningful role in fulfilling our mission—we’d love for you to consider joining us!
United Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
United Health Services, Inc. and the members of the UHS System neither are affiliated with, sponsored, endorsed nor approved by, nor otherwise associated with, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS), UHS of Delaware, Inc. nor their affiliates, which can be found at www.uhsinc.com.
The Financial Analyst I is responsible for calculating and administering physician compensation, including base salary, stipends, incentive payments, LOAs, and special administrative or clinical payments, while ensuring compliance with employment agreements. This role supports provider payroll processing, prepares compensation-related journal entries, analyzes provider productivity and compensation data, and investigates reporting discrepancies. The position also assists with financial reporting, special projects, and departmental initiatives within the Physician Finance Department. Reporting to the Manager of Physician Finance and the Senior Director of Physician Finance and Acute Care, the Financial Analyst I plays a key role in supporting accurate physician compensation, payroll operations, and financial analysis. This position is an on-site position. There is no remote option.
Primary Department, Division, Or Unit
Physician Financial Services, UHS Hospitals
Primary Work Shift
Day
Regular Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Compensation Range
$22.97 - $34.46 per hour, depending on experience
Education/Experience
Minimum Required:
- Bachelor’s degree
- 1–3 years of relevant finance, accounting, payroll, or healthcare compensation experience.
- Experience utilizing Strata Decision Technology reporting and financial software
- Epic EMR experience
Minimum Required
- Not Applicable
- Calculate physician provider compensation, including:
- Base salary
- Stipends
- Incentive payments
- Administrative and clinical special payments
- Leave of Absences
- Ensure compensation complies with employment contracts.
- Prepare provider compensation journal entries.
- Submit provider payroll data accurately on a bi-weekly basis.
- Analyze provider productivity and compensation reports.
- Work with Operations to resolve reporting discrepancies.
- Support special projects and other departmental initiatives.
- Work on-site (remote work not available).
- Advanced Excel:
- Pivot Tables
- VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP
- Data analysis and reporting
- Heisenberg 2 experience.
- Financial analysis
- Payroll and compensation administration
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Data reconciliation
- Communication and presentation skills
- Organization and time management
At United Health Services (UHS), we believe every connection—to patients, to purpose, to each other—makes a difference. That’s why we’re intentional about supporting our team in ways that go beyond the job. Whether through meaningful benefits, personal growth, or fun along the way, we’re here to help you thrive in work and life.
A Culture of Connection – We support each other like family and create space for every voice to be heard. Engagement Councils, peer recognition, and initiatives like Walk in my Shoes for senior leaders are just a few ways we foster belonging and collaboration. Outside of work, we stay connected through team events like trivia, trunk-or-treat, volunteer days, our staff choir, or seasonal celebrations.
Comprehensive Benefits for Life & Family – We offer medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire for employees working 24 hours/week. With flexible plan options and coverage tiers, you can choose what fits your life best. Additional perks include discounted childcare through Bright Horizons and voluntary benefits like pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection.
Well-Being & Financial Security – From day one, PTO starts accruing so you can take time to recharge. We support your long-term wellness with a 403(b) retirement plan and company match, flexible spending accounts, access to financial advisors, and up to $400/year in wellness rewards. When life gets tough, we’re here with 24/7 EAP counseling, virtual mental health support, a food pantry, PTO donation program, and professional attire through the Classy Closet.
Growth That Moves with You – With access to 100,000 online courses, leadership programs, tuition reimbursement, clinical ladders, and internal mobility, we help you grow wherever your passion leads. We also continuously review compensation to ensure market competitiveness and internal equity, so you can feel confident your work is valued and rewarded fairly.
A Place to Call Home – Located in New York’s Southern Tier, UHS offers more than a career—we offer a lifestyle. Enjoy four-season recreation, affordable living, top-rated schools, minor league sports, craft brews, a close-knit community, and more, all within reach of the Finger Lakes, the Catskills, and major Northeast cities.
About United Health Services
United Health Services (UHS) is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system in New York’s Southern Tier comprising four hospitals, long-term care and home care services, and physician practices in Broome and surrounding counties. UHS provides healthcare and medical services for two-thirds of the region’s population, produces $1.3 billion a year in total economic impact, and boasts a workforce of more than 6,300 employees and providers.
At UHS, our work is guided by our Values of Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation. Whether you provide direct patient care or support behind the scenes, you are part of a shared purpose: to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve. Every employee plays a meaningful role in fulfilling our mission—we’d love for you to consider joining us!
United Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
United Health Services, Inc. and the members of the UHS System neither are affiliated with, sponsored, endorsed nor approved by, nor otherwise associated with, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS), UHS of Delaware, Inc. nor their affiliates, which can be found at www.uhsinc.com.