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Job summary
Universal Health Services, Inc. in King of Prussia, PA is seeking an Associate Software Engineer to support and enhance UHS applications. You will monitor maintenance, design and implement new applications, and provide technical support across UHS entities.
You will interact with users, guide junior staff, and ensure project milestones are met. The role requires a degree in CS/IS with relevant development experience, and may involve travel up to 25% domestically.
Qualifications
- Associate’s degree required, Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Information Systems preferred.
- Experience and/or coursework in CS or IS relating to relational databases and programming languages, OO development, SDLC, source control principles and project management concepts.
- SQL server experience with views, tables, and stored procedures
- Design, development, analysis, creation, testing and modification of computer programs and database objects
- System creation and program level documentation, database design flowcharts, and support documentation experience
- Problem solving skills and basic knowledge of business management concepts.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Participation in ongoing training and education.
- .NET Framework experience preferred.
- Visual Studio development experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Designs, codes, tests and documents new applications or enhancements to existing applications.
- Participates in meetings with users and IS staff to develop or modify application specifications.
- Supports the implementation of applications.
- Performs or assists in the performance of unit and system testing.
- Provides documentation as needed.
- Adheres to appropriate UHS Project Management standards.
- Ensures strict adherence to work plans, notifying management of delays or obstacles.
- Assists senior staff in recommending application solutions to meet business needs.
- Researches and resolves Customer Support Center Tickets including major application upgrades.
- Adheres to UHS Service Level and Change Management Policies.
- Provides on-call support as scheduled.
- Establishes and maintains regular communications with user community.
- Maintains Service Excellence principles.
- Prepares and promptly submits all routine and special reports.
- Keeps management well informed of activities, needs, problems.
- Reviews and reports progress on an ongoing basis.
- Performs other tasks as required by management.
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Job description
Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) is one of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. Since our founding in 1979, UHS has grew steadily into a premier Fortune 500® corporation perennially recognized by multiple esteemed national rating entities. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates inpatient acute care facilities, inpatient behavioral health facilities, outpatient and other facilities, nationwide virtual behavioral health services, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services with physical locations in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Ireland and United Kingdom. www.uhs.com.
The Corporate Information Services Department is seeking a dynamic and talented Associate Software Engineer.
The Associate Software Engineer supports the implementation of UHS applications. Monitors the resolution of maintenance or enhancement issues assigned by the UHS Customer Support Center. Designs and implements new applications or modifications to existing applications that will effectively accomplish desired objectives. Provides technical support to UHS entities as needed. Meets deadlines and ensures continued progress toward assignment completion. Interfaces with the user community regarding application design and support. Provides guidance to less experienced staff. Shares experience and expertise with other members of team.
- Designs, codes, tests and documents new applications or enhancements to existing applications.
- Participates in meetings with users and IS staff to develop or modify application specifications.
- Supports the implementation of applications.
- Performs or assists in the performance of unit and system testing.
- Provides documentation as needed.
- Adheres to appropriate UHS Project Management standards.
- Ensures strict adherence to work plans, notifying management of delays or obstacles.
- Assists senior staff in recommending application solutions to meet business needs.
- Researches and resolves Customer Support Center Tickets including major application upgrades.
- Adheres to UHS Service Level and Change Management Policies.
- Provides on-call support as scheduled.
- Establishes and maintains regular communications with user community.
- Maintains Service Excellence principles.
- Prepares and promptly submits all routine and special reports.
- Keeps management well informed of activities, needs, problems.
- Reviews and reports progress on an ongoing basis.
- Performs other tasks as required by management.
- Associate’s degree required, Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Information Systems preferred.
- Experience and /or technical coursework at the collegiate level in Computer Science or Information Systems relating to relational databases and programming languages, object-oriented development, software development lifecycle, source control principles and project management concepts.
- SQL server experience with views, tables, and stored procedures
- Design, development, analysis, creation, testing and modification of computer programs and database objects
- System creation and program level documentation, database design flowcharts, and support documentation experience
- Problem solving skills and basic knowledge of business management concepts.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Participation in ongoing training and education.
- .NET Framework experience preferred.
- Visual Studio development experience preferred.
Travel Requirements: 5 – 25% domestic US travel (depending on projects).
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Growth and development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries
- Competitive Compensation
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
- 401k plan with company match
- Generous Paid Time Off
*UHS is a registered trademark of UHS of Delaware, Inc., the management company for Universal Health Services, Inc. and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. Universal Health Services, Inc. is a holding company and operates through its subsidiaries including its management company, UHS of Delaware, Inc. All healthcare and management operations are conducted by subsidiaries of Universal Health Services, Inc. To the extent any reference to "UHS or UHS facilities" on this website including any statements, articles or other publications contained herein relates to our healthcare or management operations it is referring to Universal Health Services' subsidiaries including UHS of Delaware. Further, the terms "we," "us," "our" or "the company" in such context similarly refer to the operations of Universal Health Services' subsidiaries including UHS of Delaware. Any employment referenced in this website is not with Universal Health Services, Inc. but solely with one of its subsidiaries including but not limited to UHS of Delaware, Inc.
UHS is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at UHS via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of UHS. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by UHS as a result of the referral or through other means.
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
We are aware of a scam whereby imposters are posing as Recruiters from UHS, and our subsidiary hospitals and facilities. Beware of anyone requesting financial or personal information.
At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skill set and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc.
If you suspect a fraudulent job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, we encourage you to report such concerns to appropriate law enforcement. We encourage you to refer to legitimate UHS and UHS subsidiary career websites to verify job opportunities and not rely on unsolicited calls from recruiters.
Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) is one of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. Since our founding in 1979, UHS has grew steadily into a premier Fortune 500® corporation perennially recognized by multiple esteemed national rating entities. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates inpatient acute care facilities, inpatient behavioral health facilities, outpatient and other facilities, nationwide virtual behavioral health services, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services with physical locations in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Ireland and United Kingdom. www.uhs.com.
The Corporate Information Services Department is seeking a dynamic and talented Associate Software Engineer.
The Associate Software Engineer supports the implementation of UHS applications. Monitors the resolution of maintenance or enhancement issues assigned by the UHS Customer Support Center. Designs and implements new applications or modifications to existing applications that will effectively accomplish desired objectives. Provides technical support to UHS entities as needed. Meets deadlines and ensures continued progress toward assignment completion. Interfaces with the user community regarding application design and support. Provides guidance to less experienced staff. Shares experience and expertise with other members of team.
- Designs, codes, tests and documents new applications or enhancements to existing applications.
- Participates in meetings with users and IS staff to develop or modify application specifications.
- Supports the implementation of applications.
- Performs or assists in the performance of unit and system testing.
- Provides documentation as needed.
- Adheres to appropriate UHS Project Management standards.
- Ensures strict adherence to work plans, notifying management of delays or obstacles.
- Assists senior staff in recommending application solutions to meet business needs.
- Researches and resolves Customer Support Center Tickets including major application upgrades.
- Adheres to UHS Service Level and Change Management Policies.
- Provides on-call support as scheduled.
- Establishes and maintains regular communications with user community.
- Maintains Service Excellence principles.
- Prepares and promptly submits all routine and special reports.
- Keeps management well informed of activities, needs, problems.
- Reviews and reports progress on an ongoing basis.
- Performs other tasks as required by management.
- Associate’s degree required, Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Information Systems preferred.
- Experience and /or technical coursework at the collegiate level in Computer Science or Information Systems relating to relational databases and programming languages, object-oriented development, software development lifecycle, source control principles and project management concepts.
- SQL server experience with views, tables, and stored procedures
- Design, development, analysis, creation, testing and modification of computer programs and database objects
- System creation and program level documentation, database design flowcharts, and support documentation experience
- Problem solving skills and basic knowledge of business management concepts.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Participation in ongoing training and education.
- .NET Framework experience preferred.
- Visual Studio development experience preferred.
Travel Requirements: 5 – 25% domestic US travel (depending on projects).
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Growth and development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries
- Competitive Compensation
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
- 401k plan with company match
- Generous Paid Time Off
*UHS is a registered trademark of UHS of Delaware, Inc., the management company for Universal Health Services, Inc. and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. Universal Health Services, Inc. is a holding company and operates through its subsidiaries including its management company, UHS of Delaware, Inc. All healthcare and management operations are conducted by subsidiaries of Universal Health Services, Inc. To the extent any reference to "UHS or UHS facilities" on this website including any statements, articles or other publications contained herein relates to our healthcare or management operations it is referring to Universal Health Services' subsidiaries including UHS of Delaware. Further, the terms "we," "us," "our" or "the company" in such context similarly refer to the operations of Universal Health Services' subsidiaries including UHS of Delaware. Any employment referenced in this website is not with Universal Health Services, Inc. but solely with one of its subsidiaries including but not limited to UHS of Delaware, Inc.
UHS is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at UHS via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of UHS. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by UHS as a result of the referral or through other means.
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
We are aware of a scam whereby imposters are posing as Recruiters from UHS, and our subsidiary hospitals and facilities. Beware of anyone requesting financial or personal information.
At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skill set and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc.
If you suspect a fraudulent job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, we encourage you to report such concerns to appropriate law enforcement. We encourage you to refer to legitimate UHS and UHS subsidiary career websites to verify job opportunities and not rely on unsolicited calls from recruiters.
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