EPIC Analyst-Level 3 - IT EPIC Clinical - Full Time

Job Description

Position Summary:

The Epic Clinical Systems Analyst III is responsible for the implementation, development, programming and overall support of the clinical systems. The Epic Clinical Systems Analysts III will work closely with the vendor and end-users to develop and enhance the software to increase overall needs of the organization. They are also responsible for thoroughly testing all system upgrades, system changes prior to go-live and work with the end-users to test and determine the impact on workflow, reporting, etc. of the upgrade/change. The Epic Clinical Analyst III will be responsible for the coordination of test plans, engaging the end users in the development of test plans, documenting changes/updates to the test plan and making necessary changes to the system. They will act as a liaison between the end-user community and the IT department. They will hold a leadership role among Epic builders by training new staff and giving guidance to other Epic builders. This person is capable of managing to a project plan. They are responsible for elevating identified critical issues or refer problems of unusual complexity to other teams or a manager of clinical applications. They are responsible for monitoring Magic queue and assigning delegates for work completion. They will lead cross functional meetings (invitations, agendas, facilitate meeting discussions, ensure follow-ups, and provide minutes. Etc.)

Education, License & Cert:

• BS, BA in health care related field or business.


• Epic certification in area of concentration

Experience:

• 5 years as an Epic Builder with progressively receiving more responsibility and management skills

• Bachelor's degree in Healthcare or Business field or Associate Degree and 10 years' relevant health care experience

• Must have worked through two Epic major releases or 2 Epic go-lives (or combination thereof)

Essential Functions:

The following section contains representative examples of work that will be and the environment can be fluid. Roles and responsibilities can often be expanded to accommodate changing patient or organizational needs and conditions as well as to tap into skills and talents of employees. Accordingly, employees may be asked to perform duties that are outside the specific functions that are listed.

1. Aptitude for details: demonstrates excellent verbal and written skills; able to mediate conflicts; self-starter; able to meet deadlines; and maintain meticulous documentation.

2. Analytical skills to translate clinical workflow into the functional build process.

3. Strong customer service and user support skills.

4. Ability to express complex technical concepts effectively, both verbally and in writing.

5. Ability to express opportunities for improvement and innovative ways to improve the use of the clinical systems supported

6. Ability to advocated on behalf of The Guthrie Clinic to the vendors and drive to solutions and feel comfortable escalating timely both internal as well as external with the vendor

7. Ability to understand the national and state HIT direction and this positions role to help organization achieve its goals

8. Ability to lead groups of clinicians including medical staff, nurses, and pharmacists is preferred

9. Ability to identify opportunities for process improvements and provide analysis and propose change and communicate strategies.

10. Ability to develop and execute project presentations.

Other Duties:

1. Other duties as assigned.

About Us

Joining the Guthrie team allows you to become a part of a tradition of excellence in health care. In all areas and at all levels of Guthrie, you'll find staff members who have committed themselves to serving the community.

The Guthrie Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Guthrie Clinic is a non-profit, integrated, practicing physician-led organization in the Twin Tiers of New York and Pennsylvania. Our multi-specialty group practice of more than 500 physicians and 302 advanced practice providers offers 47 specialties through a regional office network providing primary and specialty care in 22 communities. Guthrie Medical Education Programs include General Surgery, Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, Anesthesiology and Orthopedic Surgery Residency, as well as Cardiovascular, Gastroenterology and Pulmonary Critical Care Fellowship programs. Guthrie is also a clinical campus for the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine.