EDI Analyst-Lead - Kern Admin (Remote)

Clinica Sierra Vista; Bakersfield (CA); Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Clinica Sierra Vista, a leading healthcare provider, seeks an EDI Analyst III responsible for guiding EDI initiatives in a complex healthcare environment. The ideal candidate will lead integration efforts, ensuring compliance and interoperability across various systems while mentoring junior staff. Join a diverse team committed to serving the community, with opportunities for professional growth and a strong emphasis on inclusivity.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Health coverage

Vacation days

Wellness plan

Continuing education assistance

403(B) plan with company matching

Qualifications

• 5-7+ years of experience in healthcare EDI.
• Expertise in HL7 v2 / v3, X12, FHIR.
• Strong understanding of EHR workflows.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex EDI integration projects.
• Oversee HL7, X12, FHIR, and API-based integrations.
• Mentor junior analysts.

Skills

Healthcare data standards

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Health Informatics

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Epic

Corepoint

Rhapsody

Job description

Clinica Sierra Vista is excited to be one of the largest Federally Qualified Health Centers in the Nation! We're honored to serve the men and women of the fields. We also offer care and support to the inner city, the rural and isolated, those of low, moderate, and fixed incomes, and families from an array of cultural backgrounds who speak several languages. We don't inquire about immigration status because we simply don't need to know. If you come to us, we will treat you like any other patient.

As we grow our team, we are looking for individuals who believe the patient is always #1.

Why work for us?

• Competitive pay which matches your abilities and experience
• Health coverage for you and your family
• Generous number of vacation days per year
• A robust wellness plan and health club discounts
• Continuing education assistance to grow and further your talents
• 403(B) plan with company matching

Intrigued? We'd love to hear from you! Please review the job details below and then click "apply."

We're looking for someone to join our team as an EDI Analyst III who :

The EDI Analyst III at Clinica Sierra Vista serves as a technical expert for enterprise-level Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) initiatives. This role is responsible for designing scalable, secure, and standards-compliant data integration solutions across clinical, revenue cycle, administrative, and third-party systems. The Analyst III acts as a thought leader for interoperability strategy, mentors junior staff, leads high-impact projects, and ensures compliance with federal and industry standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with Epic interfaces, strong architectural insight, and a deep understanding of healthcare data exchange frameworks.

Essential Functions :

• Architect, lead, and manage complex EDI integration projects, including cross-organizational and multi-system initiatives.
• Oversee end-to-end implementation and governance of HL7, X12, FHIR, and API-based integrations across the enterprise.
• Serve as subject matter expert on interoperability standards, federal mandates (e.g., TEFCA, Cures Act), and Epic's ecosystem.
• Collaborate with executives, clinical leadership, and IT leadership to align integration strategies with organizational goals.
• Develop integration roadmaps and best practices for new technologies, applications, and business units.
• Lead data initiatives related to EDI and interface data quality, validation, and compliance.
• Oversee interface security, access controls, data flow documentation, and compliance monitoring.
• Drive continuous improvement efforts across the EDI function, including performance optimization and automation.
• Mentor and train junior analysts (EDI Analyst I / II) and provide technical leadership within the integration team.
• Evaluate and select interface tools, vendors, and integration platforms in coordination with IT leadership.
• Participate in external collaborations, working groups, or regulatory forums focused on healthcare interoperability.

You'll be successful with the following qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Health Informatics, or related field required; Master's degree preferred.
• 5-7+ years of progressively responsible experience in healthcare EDI, with leadership in complex integration environments.
• Mastery of healthcare data standards, including HL7 v2 / v3, X12 (270 / 271, 837, 835, 278), FHIR, CDA, and IHE profiles.
• Advanced experience with Epic Bridges, Chronicles data structures, and related integration tools.
• Proficiency in Corepoint, Rhapsody, or comparable interface engines.
• Strong understanding of clinical, financial, and operational workflows within EHR systems.
• Expertise in RESTful APIs, OAuth2, and cloud-based integration technologies.
• Demonstrated experience in regulatory compliance (HIPAA, HITECH, Cures Act) and data privacy / security frameworks.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proven ability to lead projects, interface lifecycles, and vendor relationships.

Clinica Sierra Vista values human rights, goodwill, respect, inclusivity, equality, and recognizes that the organization derives its strength from a rich diversity of thoughts, ideas, and contributions. As leaders in healthcare industry, we aspire to be an employer of choice by promoting an organizational culture that reflects these core values. We seek to attract, develop, and retain a talented and dedicated workforce where people of diverse races, genders, religions, cultures, political affiliations and lifestyles thrive. Our goal is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment that empowers our employees to provide the highest level of service to our community of residents and businesses; they're counting on us.

Clinica Sierra Vista is an equal opportunity employer and strives to attract qualified applicants from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and / or local law. We aim to create an environment that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our workforce. We welcome you to join our team!