FHIR Integration Engineer - Epic EMR/EHR (Inbound Data Mapping)

FHIR Integration Engineer – Epic EMR/EHR (Inbound Data Mapping)

BigRio is a Boston-based, remote-first technology consulting firm specializing in advanced data and software solutions. We partner with forward-thinking organizations to deliver scalable, cost-effective, and innovative technology, with particular expertise in AI/ML, data engineering, and cloud-native applications. Our clients span healthcare, life sciences, government, and enterprise sectors, and we are known for our ability to tackle complex challenges with cutting-edge solutions.

We are seeking an experienced FHIR Engineer to support critical healthcare data integration projects. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience working with Epic EMR/EHR systems, focusing on FHIR-based APIs, Epic data mapping, and inbound data integration workflows. You will play a key role in transforming, mapping, and validating clinical data as it flows into Epic environments, supporting interoperability and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain FHIR-based interfaces for exchanging healthcare data with Epic and other EHRs.
• Work on Epic inbound data workflows, mapping external clinical and administrative data to Epic data models.
• Collaborate with integration teams to design and implement solutions aligned with HL7 FHIR standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., USCDI).
• Perform data mapping, transformation, and validation of EHR messages and clinical documents.
• Troubleshoot and resolve integration issues related to data ingestion, mapping, and routing.
• Support testing and deployment activities in QA and production environments.
• Participate in agile development cycles and communicate effectively with internal teams and external partners.

Required Qualifications:

• 4+ years of experience in healthcare integration, particularly working with FHIR APIs and EHR/EMR systems.
• Strong hands-on experience with Epic EHR, including Epic data mapping (especially inbound data).
• Solid understanding of FHIR R4, RESTful APIs, HL7 v2, and other healthcare standards.
• Experience with data ingestion pipelines, data normalization, and structured clinical data formats.
• Familiarity with healthcare interoperability platforms and tools (e.g., Mirth, InterSystems, Redox, or HealthShare)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Epic certifications (e.g., Bridges, HL7, Chronicles) are a plus.
• Experience working with ModMed, Athena, or Cerner is an advantage.
• Knowledge of US healthcare compliance standards (HIPAA, CMS mandates, etc.).
• Background in software development (Python, JavaScript, or similar) is a plus.