Associate EHR Systems Analyst - Epic Prelude/Referrals

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 69,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking an Associate Electronic Health Record System Analyst to bridge end users and the Epic team. You will develop knowledge of Epic Prelude/Referrals, analyze clinical and business workflows, and ensure configurations meet organizational needs across revenue and patient access domains.

The ideal candidate is a recent CS/CE graduate or a healthcare operations professional with revenue cycle experience and strong technical aptitude, ready to

Qualifications

• Recent CS/CE graduate or healthcare operations professional with revenue cycle or patient access experience.
• Willingness to obtain Epic certification within 180 days.
• Strong technical aptitude and systems analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain EHR configurations to align with clinical and business needs.
• Analyze business operations and collaborate with stakeholders.
• Support testing, documentation, and change control processes.
• Provide clinical input during system design and deployment.
• Assist with end-user support and issue resolution.

Skills

Healthcare technology aptitude

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering

Tools

Epic Prelude/Referrals

Epic certification

Job description

The Associate Electronic Health Record System Analyst - Epic Prelude/Referrals supports the Clinical Access Revenue System department at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center by serving as a critical bridge between end users and the Electronic Health Record team. The Associate EHR System Analyst develops in-depth knowledge of the Epic system, analyzes business operations, and collaborates with clinical and business representatives to ensure system configurations align with organizational needs. This role contributes directly to the design, implementation, and ongoing support of enterprise EHR solutions.

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention. Within this environment, the Associate Electronic Health Record System Analyst plays a key role in supporting patient access, revenue-related workflows, and system optimization efforts across UT MD Anderson. The Associate Electronic Health Record System Analyst partners closely with Epic, internal stakeholders, and subject matter experts to deliver reliable, safe, and effective technology solutions.

The ideal candidate is a recent Computer Science/Computer Engineering graduate seeking a healthcare technology career or a Healthcare operations professional with revenue cycle or patient access experience with a strong technical aptitude.

Minimum $68,500 - Midpoint $85,500 - Maximum $102,500, Work location: Prefer a local candidate in Houston, Texas.

Why Us?

• Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
• Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.

Responsibilities

Standards & Testing

• Obtain Epic certification within 180 days of hire and maintain required certifications as assigned
• Adhere to standard operating procedures and maintain build and testing standards, including SME or governance signoff
• Follow IS division best practices and UT MD Anderson policies, procedures, and standards
• Assist with document preparation for system enhancements as needed
• Follow documented change control processes
• Perform testing to ensure solutions are technically sound
• Provide clinical expertise for build and testing standards when applicable

Build, Content Management & System Configuration

• Implement requested system changes and projects in a timely manner with proactive communication to end users
• Maintain and troubleshoot Electronic Health Record build components
• Modify Epic content as directed by the project team
• Participate in system implementation and optimization efforts
• Analyze system configuration and enhancements with a focus on patient safety
• Perform low-risk or low-complexity system maintenance with supervision
• Complete routine revisions to meet established build metrics
• Provide clinical expertise for system design and development when applicable

Support

• Assist with customer support and problem resolution activities
• Respond to requests in a timely manner while communicating expectations, ETAs, and deliverables
• Participate in after-hours