Epic Clinical Applications Analyst 1 - HIM & Coding at Licking Memorial Health Systems Newark, OH

Licking Memorial Health Systems; Newark (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Licking Memorial Health Systems is looking for an Epic Clinical Applications Analyst 1 in Newark, OH. This hybrid position involves responsibilities such as designing and implementing information systems to enhance clinical practices and providing ongoing support for assigned applications.

The ideal candidate should hold a Bachelor's or Associate Degree, possess Epic certification, and demonstrate strong healthcare IT knowledge and communication skills. The role offers a unique chance to impact the well-being of the community through healthcare technology.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associate Degree or equivalent experience of 1 to 3 years.
• Epic certification required within 6 months of employment.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for planning, design, build, testing and implementing information systems.
• Evaluate systems, analyze complex issues and assist customers.
• Manage IS related projects with limited oversight.

Skills

Epic certification

Health care IT knowledge

Communication skills

PC desktop applications (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Project management

Education

Bachelor's or Associate Degree in relevant field

Job description

Epic Clinical Applications Analyst 1 - HIM & Coding job at Licking Memorial Health Systems. Newark, OH.

Job Details

Description: Epic Clinical Applications Analyst 1 Epic HIM & Coding Information Systems. Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS) is a leading, non‑profit healthcare organization, passionately dedicated to improving the health and well‑being of our community. With a history dating back to 1898, LMHS remains a cornerstone of healthcare excellence, catering to the evolving needs of Licking County. Our cutting‑edge facility provides a comprehensive spectrum of patient care services, from life‑saving emergency medicine to the comforting embrace of home healthcare, with a unique range of specialized medical services, including cancer, heart health, maternity, and mental wellness. When you join the LMHS team, you become a vital part of your local community. Working at LMHS is not just a job, it is a unique opportunity to directly impact the health and well‑being of your friends, family, and neighbors. You will be providing care in a place in which you are personally connected, where the impact of your work extends beyond the hospital doors and into the heart of our community. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion ensures that every member of our community is served with respect and compassion. Join us in our mission – dedicated to patient safety, utilizing state‑of‑the‑art technology, and with a passionate team of highly trained and compassionate individuals who strive to improve the health of the community.

Position Summary

In this role, the successful candidate for the Clinical Application Analyst will be responsible for regular day‑to‑day communication, troubleshooting, software design, build and testing for Epic HIM Deficiency, ROI, EMPI and coding. The primary role is researching and seeking solutions to problems and contributing to improving workflow and processes. The analyst will work in conjunction with other analysts to support the Epic system and end users to make sure the technology is optimized to provide the best enhanced work processes and overall patient care.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for planning, design, build, testing and implementing of information systems that support and enhance clinical practices.
• Able to independently evaluate systems, analyze complex issues and problems, test data and assist customers in reaching resolution(s).
• Strong working knowledge of clinical systems and administrative departments, operations, and core process workflows.
• The ability to elicit customer requirements and design technical solutions that meet the customer’s needs.
• Participates and leads testing of module updates, enhancements, custom programming, and new releases.
• Provides ongoing maintenance and support for assigned applications with little to no assistance.
• Able to utilize current issue tracking software to document contact with customers and resolutions to issues.
• Will routinely manage IS related & non‑IS related projects with limited management oversight.
• Must work effectively with team members, have strong communication skills and maintain a professional demeanor at all times.

Experience

• Relevant health care IT or Health Information Management experience. Previous teaching/training and project management is a plus.
• Epic certification required or experience in the Epic HIM & Coding areas (Epic certification is required within 6 months from employment).
• Familiar core principles for management of the health information record along with workflows and regulations surrounding the management of the record.
• Support tools to simplify release‑of‑information, chart tracking and chart deficiency tasks.
• Understands decision support tools as well as being able to adapt systems to health maintenance and best practice advisories.
• Exceptional interpersonal, presentation and communication skills required to interact effectively with all levels of the organization and external contacts.
• Strong skills in PC desktop applications such as MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work flexible schedules to meet job requirements; requires occasional after‑hours support.

Requirements

• This is a hybrid position and must be willing to work in the office two days a week.

Required

• Bachelor's or Associate Degree or have acquired 1 to 3 years of equivalent experience.
• This position is hybrid and will require on‑site visits. Must be willing to be on‑site as needed.

Preferred

• Bachelor's/Associate Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Health Information, Business Administration, Nursing, Informatics or other clinical discipline.

Licking Memorial Health Systems is an equal opportunity employer and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. Licking Memorial Health Systems does not discriminate against applicants because of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non‑merit based factors protected by law.