Epic Analyst (Beaker)

Baylor Genetics; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor Genetics is seeking a qualified Epic Beaker professional to analyze and optimize laboratory workflows, translate requirements into Beaker configurations, and build robust interfaces with external systems. You will collaborate with the technology team, support Aura and Bridges components, and provide training and documentation to staff and IT.

Ideal candidates bring Beaker certification, 2+ years of LIS experience, familiarity with HL7/FHIR, HIPAA knowledge, and strong communication skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field, or equivalent in education and/or experience is required.
• Epic Beaker Certification
• 2+ years of experience supporting Epic Beaker or a similar LIS
• Epic Beura and Bridges experience is preferred
• Familiarity with HL7, FHIR, API-based interoperability, and digital health workflows.
• Experience with clinical laboratory operations and genetic testing workflows.
• Knowledge of HIPAA, PHI data security, and regulatory compliance in healthcare IT.
• Familiarity with programming is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze laboratory workflows and translate them into Epic Beaker functionality and customizations to meet Baylor Genetics’ needs.
• Build and maintain interfaces between Epic and external systems using HL7, X12, FHIR, etc.
• Coordinate with technology team to share configurations and support testing.
• Define, triage, and document Aura compendium build requests.
• Perform data analysis and provide reporting support for laboratory operations.
• Analyze current laboratory workflows for digital optimization using Epic Beaker tools.
• Partner with lab leadership and clinical teams to gather requirements and translate into system solutions.
• Document and standardize laboratory procedures within the Epic framework.
• Collaborate with interface analysts to troubleshoot connections between Epic Beaker and LIMS.
• Support HL7 messaging and integration testing.
• Provide go-live, upgrade, and Aura implementation support.
• Create and maintain documentation for build configurations, workflows, SOPs, and change requests.
• Train laboratory staff, clinical end-users, and IT support on Beaker features and best practices.

Tools

Epic Beaker

HL7

FHIR

APIs

Job description

• Analyze laboratory workflows and translate them into Epic Beaker functionality and customizations to meet the specific needs of Baylor Genetics.
• Work closely with Epic Bridges Analyst to build and maintain interfaces between Epic and external systems (using HL7, X12, FHIR, etc.)
• Work closely with technology team to share configurations and support testing of the workflows.
• Define, triage, and document Epic Aura compendium build requests.
• Perform data analysis and provide reporting support for laboratory operations.
• Workflow Analysis and Optimization:
• Analyze current laboratory workflows and identify areas for digital optimization using Epic Beaker tools.
• Partner with lab leadership and clinical teams to gather requirements and translate them into system solutions.
• Document and standardize laboratory procedures within the Epic framework.
• Interface and Integration Support:
• Collaborate with interface analysts to support and troubleshoot connections between Epic Beaker and laboratory systems (LIMS).
• Understand and support HL7 messaging and integration testing.
• Provide support during go-lives, upgrades, and new Aura implementations.
• Training & Documentation:
• Create and maintain detailed documentation for build configurations, workflows, SOPs, and change requests.
• Train laboratory staff, clinical end-users, and IT support teams on Beaker features and best practices.

Ideal Candidate

• Possesses strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Is an effective communicator, capable of translating technical language for clinical stakeholders
• Thrives in fast-paced environments and takes pride in solving real customer problems
• Embraces ambiguity and is excited to take ownership of a platform in transition
• Is passionate about improving healthcare delivery and creating better digital experiences for providers and patients
• Is passionate about Baylor Genetics mission and eager to make a real impact

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field, or equivalent in education and/or experience is required.
• Experience:
  • Epic Beaker Certification
  • 2+ years of experience supporting Epic Beaker or a similar LIS
  • Epic Aura and Bridges experience is preferred
• Familiarity with HL7, FHIR, API-based interoperability, and digital health workflows.
• Experience with clinical laboratory operations and genetic testing workflows.
• Knowledge of HIPAA, PHI data security, and regulatory compliance in healthcare IT.
• Familiarity with programming is preferred.

Baylor Genetics is proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, veteran status, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

JOB SUMMARY

JOB SUMMARY

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• System Configuration:
  • Analyze laboratory workflows and translate them into Epic Beaker functionality and customizations to meet the specific needs of Baylor Genetics.
  • Work closely with Epic Bridges Analyst to build and maintain interfaces between Epic and external systems (using HL7, X12, FHIR, etc.)
  • Work closely with technology team to share configurations and support testing of the workflows.
  • Define, triage, and document Epic Aura compendium build requests.
  • Perform data analysis and provide reporting support for laboratory operations.
• Workflow Analysis and Optimization:
  • Analyze current laboratory workflows and identify areas for digital optimization using Epic Beaker tools.
  • Partner with lab leadership and clinical teams to gather requirements and translate them into system solutions.
  • Document and standardize laboratory procedures within the Epic framework.
• Interface and Integration Support:
  • Collaborate with interface analysts to support and troubleshoot connections between Epic Beaker and laboratory systems (LIMS).
  • Understand and support HL7 messaging and integration testing.
  • Provide support during go-lives, upgrades, and new Aura implementations.
• Training & Documentation:
  • Create and maintain detailed documentation for build configurations, workflows, SOPs, and change requests.
  • Train laboratory staff, clinical end-users, and IT support teams on Beaker features and best practices.

Ideal Candidate

• Possesses strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Is an effective communicator, capable of translating technical language for clinical stakeholders
• Thrives in fast-paced environments and takes pride in solving real customer problems
• Embraces ambiguity and is excited to take ownership of a platform in transition
• Is passionate about improving healthcare delivery and creating better digital experiences for providers and patients
• Is passionate about Baylor Genetics mission and eager to make a real impact

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field, or equivalent in education and/or experience is required.
• Experience:
  • Epic Beaker Certification
  • 2+ years of experience supporting Epic Beaker or a similar LIS
  • Epic Aura and Bridges experience is preferred
• Familiarity with HL7, FHIR, API-based interoperability, and digital health workflows.
• Experience with clinical laboratory operations and genetic testing workflows.
• Knowledge of HIPAA, PHI data security, and regulatory compliance in healthcare IT.
• Familiarity with programming is preferred.

Baylor Genetics is proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, veteran status, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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