Application Developer - Epic Radiant

University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); Remote; USD 69,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Iowa is seeking an Application Developer for the Health Care Information Systems department. The role involves workflow analysis, Epic Systems software implementation, and supporting application development for patient care systems. Successful candidates will have relevant experience and are expected to communicate effectively with various stakeholders.

Benefits

Generous benefits package including paid vacation and sick leave

Epic Certifications and accreditations

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in application development or support.
• Experience with system implementation and workflow analysis.
• Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical staff.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate to analyze workflows and develop application design.
• Configure, customize applications and perform testing.
• Troubleshoot and debug systems to implement fixes.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Workflow Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Job description

University of Iowa Health Care department of Health Care Information Systems is seeking an Application Developer to provideworkflow analysis, optimization, application build, testing, and implementation of Epic Systems software related to the Radiant (Radiology) application. This position includes working with Project Management groups, key stakeholders, vendors, contactors, and end users regularly.

• Collaborate with subject matter experts to analyze workflows and develop application design
• Create functional/technical specifications for system build and complex integrated systems
• Demonstrate features to the user community and assess applicability, impact and value

Implementation

• Configure and customize applications
• Review the application build for efficiency, completeness, and correctness
• Develop and maintain testing scripts for execution during special update and system upgrade cycles
• Perform unit and integrated testing of assigned application workflows
• Understand and adhere to Change Management policies and procedures
• Understand and adhere to IT Security policies and procedures

Support and Maintenance

• Completion of related Epic Certifications/accreditations or eligible to obtain and maintain relevant Epic certifications/accreditations specific to your role
• Troubleshoot/debug and identify malfunctioning systems. Implement fixes
• Resolve complex system problems through participation in 24 x 7 on-call rotations
• Document system design and build
• Travel to customer sites as needed to support application implementation, upgrade, optimization and/or training/conferences
• Evaluate system upgrades to identify new functionality

Project Management

• Create work plans and provide oversight for assigned projects
• Monitor and report progress of work plans

Business Analysis

• Translate system and end user request into business solutions
• Offer mentoring for staff and leadership in a specific area of expertise

Health Care Information Systems (HCIS): Provides and supports information and communication systems and technology that facilitate quality patient care, progressive medical education, and innovative research.

HCIS services University of Iowa Health Care by providing comprehensive, high-level support for patient care delivery, internal and external communication, technology innovation, medical education, and research. Creating and maintaining a positive, productive, and rewarding environment for information technology and communication staff

• Salary: $69,156.00 to commensurate – Paygrade 4B
• The University of Iowa offers a generous benefits package, including 24 days paid vacation per year to start and paid sick leave. Complete information regarding the full benefits package may be viewed at https://hr.uiowa.edu/benefits
• Percent of Time:100%
• Staff Type: Professional & Scientific
• Type of Position: Regular

Education Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and related application development/support experience

Required Qualifications:

• Experience in the development and/or support of applications used by non-technical customers to support and enhance workflow processes, preferably healthcare, typically 3-5 years of experience for an Application Developer role
• Experience contributing to an integrated information system implementation cycle though areas such as design, workflow analysis, build, training, implementation, testing, and support
• Experience working with application owners and/or vendors to define system requirements, integration requirements and understand business needs
• Demonstrated experience working with end-users to define system requirements, understand business needs and convert business requirements into functional/technical specifications for complex integrated systems build
• Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with basic project management
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with technical and non-technical staff

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience supporting an EHR in an ambulatory or hospital setting
• Experience with any of the following workflows: Radiology, ambulatory/inpatient nursing, or physician documentation
• Epic certification/accreditation related but not limited to the following: Epic Radiant, EpicCare Ambulatory, EpicCare Inpatient, EpicCare Inpatient Orders
• Demonstrated ability using tools for customizing vendor application software
• Experience collaborating with technical and non-technical staff on system implementation projects
• Strong problem-solving skills and experience adhering to regulatory requirements with respect to system configuration
• Proven ability to write application test scripts

To be considered, applicants must upload a resume (under submission relevant materials) that clearly addresses how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position. A cover letter is desired as part of the application process. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification.

This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.

For additional questions contact Cass Garrett - [e-mail]

Additional Information

• Classification Title: Application Developer
• Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
• Schedule: Full-time
• Work Modality Options: Remote within Iowa

Compensation

• Starting Salary Minimum: 69,156.00

Contact Information

• Contact Email: [e-mail]

Equal opportunity/affirmative action employer

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.

Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, [phone] or [e-mail] . For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543 .

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