Epic Clinical Systems Analyst III - Ambulatory

Harris Health System, Inc.; Bellaire (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Health System seeks an Epic Clinical Systems Analyst III to ensure operational representation for clinical IT functions and to support Epic applications across the health system. You will collaborate with clinicians and IT staff to optimize workflows and patient care.

On-call duties and after-hours availability are required, with focus on delivering reliable Epic system support, implementing enhancements, and driving process improvements in a busy hospital network.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Information Systems / Clinical Informatics or related IT healthcare field.
• 5+ years IT experience in healthcare; Epic Clinical Application certification.
• Excellent communication, public speaking and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Represent operational interests of their functional areas in daily IS operations.
• Support Epic Clinical applications deployed within Harris Health System.
• Available for on-call work and after-hours support; assist with process improvements.

Skills

Communication skills

Public speaking

Analytical skills

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems/Clinical Informatics

Tools

Epic Clinical Applications

Epic Project Management

Healthcare IT

Job description

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 III

Ensures that the operational interests of their respective functional areas are being fully represented in the day-to-day operations of the Information Systems 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. Certification for at least one Epic Clinical Application

Work Experience :

5+ Years within I.T. Three (3) Years Hospital Health Care Organizations Business Analysis

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Communication Skills: Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contact) Exceptional Verbal (e.g., Public Speaking) Bilingual Skills Required No Writing /Composing Yes (Correspondence Yes/ Reports Yes)

Other Skills: Analytical, Design, 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 needed Experience providing hands-on clinical patient care in a hospital or clinic setting preferred. At least 1 year of Epic Project and/or Epic Team Lead experience preferred. Healthcare Information Technology experience. Understands the limitations and opportunities presented by the applications supported. Ability to recommend process improvements based upon industry standards in addition to resolving integrated process issues. Ability to handle multiple activities simultaneously, be able to prioritize effectively, and meet overlapping deadlines.