Application Systems Analyst

University of Utah Health; Salt Lake City (UT); Remote; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Utah seeks a Level II or III software analyst to lead software analysis and design. The role involves system installation, implementation, and mentoring junior analysts. Candidates must have strong analytical skills and a relevant Bachelor's degree. This full-time position is remote but candidates must reside in Utah.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required for both Level II and III positions.
• 3 years of programming and systems analysis experience required for Level III.

Responsibilities

• Lead software analysis and design, application installation, and implementation.
• Mentor junior analysts and ensure quality outcomes.
• Handle system enhancements and project management.

Skills

Analysis

Process Design

Communication

Problem Resolution

Organizational Skills

SQL

PL/SQL

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology

Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Discipline

Job description

Overview

This position is open to hiring a Level II or III candidate, with the qualifications listed below. The position is remote; however, the candidate must reside within the state of Utah or be willing to relocate there. As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health aims to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research, and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. We seek staff committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality, and trust, which are integral to our mission. EO/AA

Position Overview

The incumbent serves as a leader responsible for software analysis and design, application and system installation, and implementation. They formulate system scope and design objectives through analysis and research to configure vendor-maintained systems or develop/modify in-house systems. This role does not involve providing patient care.

Corporate Overview

The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center, nationally ranked for academic research, quality standards, and patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide comprehensive services, medical advancements, and excellent patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

1. Participate in meetings to discuss team and project activities, issues, changes, communications, and updates. Present project and operational updates as needed.
2. Ensure quality outcomes and assess the integrated impact. Understand complex instructions and be competent in assigned applications. Perform routine system maintenance tasks.
3. Resolve incidents and work orders according to SLAs and timelines. Complete project tasks on time with quality outcomes. Mentor junior analysts in issue resolution and routine tasks.
4. Document data elements, data movement, interfacing applications, and shared data elements. Develop process controls and implement security processes for supported applications. Understand application integration points and master files.
5. Build, test, and troubleshoot complex application settings/features with minimal guidance. Ensure analysis considers IT standards, technical requirements, and business needs. Document testing plans to validate system builds.
6. Handle intake of information regarding potential system enhancements. Research and analyze new functionalities, recommend options, and assist with implementation lifecycle.
7. May be responsible for project analysis, planning, small to medium project management, and daily operational activities related to assigned systems, applications, and projects.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Expertise in analysis, process design, workflow, research, installation/implementation, and support of software applications and systems.
• Excellent verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under high stress in a changing environment.
• Flexibility to accept assignments, including on-call and overtime.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills, with the ability to prioritize.
• Technical management and problem resolution skills.
• Knowledge of operational healthcare hospital workflows.
• Knowledge of system configuration, data tools, concepts, techniques, and industry best practices.
• Proficiency in executing application build and testing.
• Advanced SQL and PL/SQL skills.

Qualifications

Required for Level II

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Clinical Discipline, or equivalent.

Required for Level III

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Clinical Discipline, or equivalent.
• Plus 3 years of programming and systems analysis experience, with proven experience in systems application process and workflow analysis.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Must meet requirements with or without accommodations. This is a sedentary position that may involve exerting up to 10 pounds, lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects. Involves sitting most of the time and no exposure to adverse environmental conditions.

Physical Requirements

Sitting

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care