Sr Is Epic Analyst (Healthy Planet, Compass Rose, Cheers)

Job Overview This job guides the operational, clinical, and technical direction of Epic applications and solutions across all specialties and ensures alignment with the business strategy. Designs, develops, and implements solutions to business problems; evaluates end‑user needs, system goals, and existing applications to define system requirements and technical standards; and develops and maintains documentation associated with all integration and change activities. Relies on domain knowledge and professional discretion while serving as an advocate to stakeholders. Performs integral consultative functions for IS initiatives ranging from tactical to strategic. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Effective verbal, written and diagrammatic skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals. Technical integration skills and comprehensive understanding of application implementation challenges from initial conceptualization through development, testing, implementation, and operational support. Strong technical knowledge of multiple Epic and non‑Epic applications, clinical data integration, Epic Reporting Workbench and interoperability standards and ability to design and implement technical solutions and processes. Operational or clinical expertise and ability to understand and interpret technological impact to clinical operations across risk management, change management, configuration management, business continuity, safety and analytics. Project management skills and ability to plan, define scope, goals, deliverables and lead projects while collaborating with stakeholders and leadership to secure support. Ability to work independently, prioritize, and adjust schedule as needed while remaining accountable for results. Critical thinking skills and ability to accurately analyze information, make sound decisions and provide build recommendations with an understanding of downstream effects for the Epic EMR and other ancillary systems. Analytical, problem‑solving and researching skills and ability to perform Gap analysis. Ability to travel throughout and between facilities and work flexible hours (weekends/holidays/nights/call). Job Duties Assists in evaluation of operational needs and validates workflows, builds, and configuration based on application requirements. Designs, develops, documents, and implements success measurements for core and cross‑application projects in accordance with IS system goals. Provides expertise in all facets of core and related applications, including prototyping and proof of concept. Cultivates and designs innovative solutions in accordance with emerging technologies and best practices. Researches and analyzes business needs for project implications. Supports all projects in accordance with service level agreements and ensures that completed projects are transitioned to and supported by appropriate teams. Serves as liaison between end users, third parties, and application staff. Works with business owners, SMEs, and technical experts to evaluate interoperability solutions and assist in decision recommendations. Functions as a technical support to peers and teams. Performs other related duties as required. Education Required: High school diploma or equivalent. Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in related field. Work Experience Required: 3 years of Epic experience. Certifications Required: Epic certification. Preferred: Additional Epic certification. Physical and Environmental Demands Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. The job may be rated light work due to movement or light lifting. Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue and the incumbent is not called upon to perform or assist in emergency care or first aid. The incumbent has no occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases. However, because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role. Equal Opportunity Employer The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ochsner Health