Job Description
Job Opening: Epic Medical Analyst
Location: Jamaica, NY
Work Type: On site
Industry: Hospital & Health Care
Job Function: Information Technology
Experience Level: Mid-senior
Experience Required: 5 Years
Education Level: Bachelor’s degree
Compensation: $121,000 - $150,000
Skills:
Minimum of one year of experience with the build and/or maintenance of Epic modules is often required. Some positions may prefer two or more years of relevant experience.
JOB SUMMARY
An Epic Medical Analyst, also referred to as an Epic Analyst or Epic Clinical Analyst, is an IT professional in healthcare specializing in the Epic Electronic Health Record (EHR) system. Their primary responsibilities revolve around implementing, optimizing, maintaining, and supporting Epic modules to enhance patient care and streamline workflows within healthcare organizations.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
System Configuration and Maintenance
Configuring Epic systems, troubleshooting technical issues, and ensuring optimal system performance.
Business Analysis and Workflow Improvement
Analyzing current workflows, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing Epic solutions to enhance efficiency.
Collaborating with clinical and administrative teams to understand their needs and develop solutions within Epic.
User Training and Support
Providing training to users on how to effectively utilize Epic, offering ongoing support, and addressing user inquiries.
Documentation and Reporting
Creating and maintaining documentation, training materials, and user guides.
Utilizing Epic's reporting tools to extract and analyze data for decision-making and quality improvement purposes.
Collaboration and Communication
Working closely with clinical, IT, and administrative teams to ensure system requirements are met and to facilitate smooth implementation and ongoing support.
Testing and Quality Assurance
Conducting system testing, quality assurance, and ensuring system updates and patches are properly implemented.
Process Improvement
Participating in process improvement projects to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field such as Computer Science, Healthcare Information Technology, or Health Information Management.
A Master's degree may be preferred.
Experience
Minimum of one year of experience with the build and/or maintenance of Epic modules is often required.
Certification
Epic Certification in relevant modules (e.g., EpicCare Ambulatory, EpicCare Inpatient, Clinical Documentation) is usually a requirement or highly preferred, according to Medisys Health Network, Hospital for Special Surgery, and ZipRecruiter.
NECESSARY SKILLS
Strong communication skills
Attention to detail
Ability to multitask and work independently
Technical expertise in healthcare, IT, and troubleshooting
Analytical and problem-solving abilities
Ability to collaborate with diverse teams
Solid understanding of healthcare operations and clinical workflows
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Knowledge of HIPAA and other healthcare data privacy regulations
Staying current with industry trends and advancements in Epic applications
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