Epic Clinical System Analyst I

Harris Health; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Health is seeking an Epic Clinical Systems Analyst I to ensure the Epic applications within the health system meet operational needs. This on-site role in Houston requires collaborating with clinical and IT teams to optimize workflows and patient care.

The position emphasizes hands-on EMR support, on-call responsibilities, and a strong understanding of healthcare IT processes. A bachelor’s degree in IS/CI or equivalent IT healthcare experience is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems or Clinical Informatics or 4 years of related IT experience in a healthcare environment.
• Experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems, preferably Epic.
• Strong communication skills for collaboration with clinical and IT teams.

Responsibilities

• Represent operational interests of functional areas in IT daily operations.
• Support Epic Clinical applications deployed within Harris Health System.
• Assist with on-call IT coverage and issue resolution for clinical systems.

Skills

Public speaking

Verbal communication

Writing

Education

Bachelor’s in Information Systems/Clinical Informatics

4 years IT experience in healthcare

Tools

Epic

EMR systems

Job description

About Us

Harris Health is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients, through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health's robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet® nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. At Harris Health, we prioritize the well-being of our most valuable asset--our people--ensuring a culture of compassion, collaboration and excellence in serving Harris County's most in need. With integrity and accountability at our core, we commit to 'leading with love', embodying our dedication to quality care, education, and a steadfast respect for every individual's contribution to our mission.

Epic Clinical Systems Analyst I ensures that the operational interests of their respective functional areas are being fully represented in the day-to-day operations of the Information Technology Department. This role supports the Epic Clinical applications deployed within the Harris Health System.

Minimum Qualifications

Education/Specialized Training/Licensure: Bachelors degree in an Information Systems / Clinical Informatics related field or 4 years of related IT experience in a Healthcare environment.

Special Requirements

Communication Skills:

• Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contact)
• Exceptional Verbal (e.g., Public Speaking)
• Writing /Composing Yes (Correspondence Yes/ Reports Yes)

Other Skills

Analytical, Design, Mathematics, Research, Statistical

Advanced Education

Bachelors Degree Major: Bachelor's degree in an Information Systems / Clinical Informatics related field or 4 years of related IT/Clinical experience in a Healthcare environment

Work Schedule: On Call

Other Requirements

• Be available to work on site (after hours) as scheduled
• Experience providing hands-on clinical patient care in a hospital or clinic setting preferred.
• Experience supporting an Electronic Medical Record System.
• Healthcare Information Technology experience.
• Understanding of functional processes and business rules related to the applications being implemented/supported.