Epic Cadence Analyst-Certified, Remote

Epic Prelude and Cadence Analyst

The Epic Prelude and Cadence Analyst is responsible for the design, configuration, implementation, optimization, and ongoing support of the Prelude and Cadence application within the Epic electronic health record (EHR) system. This role collaborates with Patient Access, Revenue cycle operations, clinical departments, information technology teams, and organizational leadership to support efficient billing workflows, ensure regulatory compliance, and promote revenue integrity.

The Analyst serves as a subject matter expert in provider billing, charge capture, claims processing, reimbursement methodologies, and reporting. Core responsibilities include system configuration, workflow analysis, issue identification and resolution, testing, upgrade support, and continuous system improvement. The position requires a strong understanding of revenue cycle processes, payer requirements, and system integration across Epic applications.

Essential Functions:

• Analyze current-state business workflows and design system-based improvements to enhance operational efficiency and reduce claim denials.
• Develop, coordinate, and execute testing plans for system upgrades, enhancements, and patches.
• Collaborate with Patient Access, revenue cycle teams, IT personnel, and clinical departments to align system functionality with operational and business requirements.
• Perform system upgrades, maintenance, and validation activities to ensure compliance with applicable healthcare laws and regulations.
• Partner with training teams to develop, maintain, and update user education materials and documentation.
• Adhere to organizational application change management policies and procedures.
• Monitor changes in healthcare regulations and payer requirements; ensure system and process compliance.
• Develop and maintain policies and procedures to support regulatory and operational requirements.

Other Functions:

• Performs other duties as assigned

Job Requirements (Education, Experience, Licensure and Certification):

Education: Bachelor's Degree required or Minimum of four (4) years of relevant Patient Access or revenue cycle experience in lieu of a degree

Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of experience in healthcare information technology or Patient Access related experience. Demonstrated knowledge of Epic EHR functionality, particularly Prelude and Cadence modules.

Licensure: None required

Certification: Preferred: At least one (1) Epic certification. Strongly preferred: Epic certifications in both Prelude and Cadence. Additional plus: Epic certifications in Decision Tree, Referrals, RTE, Welcome, and Data Courier Mover Badge. If Candidate does not hold the Preferred certification at the time of hire, it must be obtained within ninety (90) days of employment and maintained in an active status throughout the duration of employment.

Job Competency: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities critical to this role:

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues, evaluate data, and implement effective solutions to improve financial performance. Knowledge of healthcare financial operations, reimbursement methodologies, and regulatory compliance requirements. Ability to apply industry standards and best practices to organizational needs. Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Language Ability: Requires excellent oral and written communication skills

Reasoning Ability: Requires strong problem-solving and analytic skills

Computer Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Additional Responsibilities: Other responsibilities as assigned.

UofL Health Core Expectation: At UofL Health, we expect all our employees to live the values of honesty, integrity and compassion and demonstrate these values in their interactions with others and as they deliver excellent patient care by: Honoring and caring for the dignity of all persons in mind, body, and spirit; Ensuring the highest quality of care for those we serve; Working together as a team to achieve our goals; Improving continuously by listening, and asking for and responding to feedback; Seeking new and better ways to meet the needs of those we serve; Using our resources wisely; Understanding how each of our roles contributes to the success of UofL Health.