Senior Epic Systems Analyst

JOB SUMMARY

This job is responsible for the configuration, rollout, and ongoing support of the assigned Epic application(s). Responsibilities include business/systems analysis, requirements definition and documentation, systems design, and problem resolution. The Senior Epic analyst communicates with end-users of the system to understand and resolve complex issues and implement solutions. Senior Analysts are subject matter experts in their area of knowledge. 

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plans, designs/builds, tests, implements and maintains Epic software.
• Develops and documents workflow analysis while evaluating user experience. Supports and maintains environment or applications using advanced knowledge of the application(s) and technologies in the environment while recommending enterprise-level solutions.
• Using advanced knowledge of Epic, configures changes within the system to provide standardized, comprehensive workflows. Makes decisions that refine and improve current practices; develops new approaches and recommends solutions by researching best practices and assessing new technologies or functionality.
• Contributes to/manages medium to large moderately complex projects that are broad in scope and require depth of knowledge. Updates stakeholders as appropriate on a timely basis regarding progress on assigned tasks, projects, and issues.
• Conducts problem-solving and root cause analysis to complete assignments and visualize, articulate, and solve moderately complex problems. Participates in and may lead continuous improvement initiatives.
• Guides and assists with training less experienced Analysts. May serve as a subject-matter expert in the assigned module(s).

EXPERIENCE

Required

• 5 years experience with systems administration experience within one or more Epic environments.

Preferred

• 5 years of experience in the healthcare industry
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SKILLS

• Ability to handle analysis, design, system configuration and testing tasks with varying levels of complexity
• Excellent customer service skills
• Uses critical thinking skills for assigned tasks
• Highly effective written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills to establish working relationships that foster optimal teamwork. 
• Strong organizational skills in managing priorities
• Demonstrates knowledge of project management principles as they relate to assigned tasks

EDUCATION

Required

• Associates

Substitutions

• 2 years of relevant work experience in lieu of an Associate's Degree

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Healthcare or relevant experience

LICENSES or CERTIFICATIONS

Required

• Epic Application Certification within 6 months.

​Preferred

• None

Language (Other than English):

None

Travel Requirement:

0% - 25%

PHYSICAL, MENTAL DEMANDS and WORKING CONDITIONS

Position Type

Office- or Remote-based

Teaches / trains others

Occasionally

Travel from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site

Rarely

Works primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (sales employees)

Never

Physical work site required

No

Lifting: up to 10 pounds

Constantly

Lifting: 10 to 25 pounds

Occasionally

Lifting: 25 to 50 pounds

Rarely

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