Epic HIM Analyst II, Day Shift, Epic Program

002 Support Center - Shared Services; United States; On-site; USD 77,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance

Free employee parking

Health insurance for employees and (if

Job summary

Adventist HealthCare is seeking an experienced Epic HIM Analyst II for our Epic Program to design, build, test, and support Epic Health Information Management functionality across chart completion, release of information, chart tracking, coding and abstracting, and patient identity workflows.

The role partners with HIM, coding, CDI, privacy, and other Epic teams to ensure a compliant medical record and timely coding and billing, with go-live support and ongoing optimization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in health information management or related field.
• 5–6 years of direct clinical/healthcare IT or HIM experience; Epic experience preferred.
• Epic HIM certification required; Epic Identity certification preferred; AHIMA credentials preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, test, and support Epic HIM functionality (chart completion, release of information, chart tracking, imaging integration).
• Maintain coding and abstracting workflows and CDI query workflows; manage master patient index settings and record merges.
• Participate in go-live activities, testing, and post-go-live optimization; support chart completion rates and DNFB analysis.

Skills

Epic HIM certification

Epic Identity certification

On-call availability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in health information management / health informatics / information technology

Epic HIM certification

AHIMA credentials (RHIT/RHIA/CCS)

Job description

Adventist HealthCare seeks to hire an experienced Epic HIM Analyst II for our Epic Program who will embrace our mission to extend God's care through the ministry of physical, mental, and spiritual healing. The Epic HIM Analyst II independently designs, builds, tests, and supports Epic Health Information Management functionality, including chart completion, release of information, chart tracking, coding and abstracting, clinical documentation improvement, and patient identity. The Analyst partners with HIM, coding, CDI, privacy, and other Epic teams to support a complete and compliant legal medical record and timely coding and billing, and supports the Epic go-live and ongoing optimization.

As an Epic HIM Analyst II, you will:

• HIM Build and Configuration: Independently design, build, and maintain HIM functionality, including chart completion and deficiency tracking, release of information, chart tracking, document scanning and imaging integration, and legal medical record settings. Translate HIM operational requirements into build and document design decisions.
• Coding, CDI, and Patient Identity: Build and maintain coding and abstracting workflows, encoder integration, and CDI query workflows. Maintain Epic Identity functionality, including master patient index settings, duplicate record detection, and record merge workflows, in partnership with HIM data integrity staff.
• Testing, Implementation, and Go-Live Support: Write and execute test scripts, including end-to-end chart completion, coding, and release of information testing, and resolve defects. Participate in design sessions, legacy record and document conversion validation, and go-live command center support for the go-live.
• Production Support and Optimization: Resolve HIM, Coding and CDI incidents and service requests within service level targets and participate in the on-call rotation if needed. Analyze chart completion rates, coding turnaround, discharged not final billed (DNFB) accounts, and duplicate record rates to recommend and build improvements. Test and implement Epic upgrades affecting HIM.
• Compliance, Governance, and Collaboration: Ensure build supports HIPAA, release of information, record retention, and 21st Century Cures Act information blocking requirements. Follow change control, document decisions, and help train and guide Analyst I staff.

Qualifications include:

• Bachelor’s degree in health information management, health informatics, information technology, or a related field; an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.
• 5-6 years of direct clinical, healthcare operations, clinical information systems, application support, or related experience, including experience with system implementation, optimization, or production support. Epic experience is preferred.
• Epic HIM certification required; Epic Identity certification preferred. AHIMA credential such as RHIT, RHIA, or CCS preferred.
• Ability to participate in on-call rotation, after-hours support, upgrades, and go-live activities, including extended hours during the go-live.
• Epic Assessment Requirement As part of the interview process, candidates advancing to the final stages of consideration will be required to complete a two-part online assessment through Honorlock, Epic’s testing partner. The assessment provides additional insight into competencies important for success in the roles. Honorlock utilizes AI-assisted proctoring technology to help maintain the integrity of the assessment process. Additional details will be provided to candidates selected to move forward in the hiring process.
• Epic Certification Requirement All analysts hired will be required to become Epic certified. This requires off-site travel to Epic in Wisconsin in February 2027 to complete certification requirements.

Work Schedule: Employment Type: Full-time
Hours per Week: 40 hours/week
Typical Daily Schedule: 8 am-5 pm, Monday through Friday
Shift Type: Day Shift
Holiday Requirements: Follow the company holiday calendar
Occasional night/weekends or travel to support implementation.
Pay Range: $77,313.60 - $117,873.60
If the salary range is listed as $0 or if the position is Per Diem (with a fixed rate), salary discussions will take place during the screening process.
Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), this position is classified as: United States of America (Exempt)

Benefits:

Work life balance through nonrotating shifts Recognition and rewards for professional expertise Free Employee parking Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision coverage for employees and their eligible dependents effective on your date of hire Employer-paid Short & Long-Term Disability, Basic Life Insurance and AD&D, (short-term disability buy-up available) Paid Time Off Employer retirement contribution and match after 1-year of eligible employment with a 3-year vesting period Voluntary benefits include flexible spending accounts, legal plans, and life, pet, auto, home, long term care, and critical illness & accident insurance Subsidized childcare at participating childcare centers Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support

Equal Employment Opportunity

Adventist HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to attracting, engaging, and developing the best people to cultivate our mission-centric culture. Our goal is to have a welcoming, equitable, and safe place to work and grow for all employees, no matter their background. AHC does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and related medical conditions, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Adventist HealthCare will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities, in accordance with applicable law. Adventist HealthCare is a religious organization as defined under applicable law; however, it will endeavor to provide reasonable accommodations for applicants' religious beliefs. Applicants who wish to request accommodations for disabilities or religious belief should contact the Support Center HR Office.

COVID-19 Vaccination

Adventist HealthCare strongly recommends all applicants to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 before commencing employment. Applicants may be required to furnish proof of vaccination.