Periop & Procedural Business Informatics Analyst I

The University of Kansas Health System; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking a Periop & Procedural Business Informatics Analyst I to collaborate with perioperative and procedural teams in analyzing workflows and data to drive improvements. You will collect and interpret data, develop reports, and support decision-making to enhance clinician experience and patient outcomes.

The role requires strong analytical skills, experience with EHRs and data visualization, and the ability to obtain Epic certification within six

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in healthcare informatics, data analytics, healthcare administration or related field; a combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Experience with healthcare information systems, electronic health records (EHR), and data visualization tools.
• Able to obtain certification or proficiency in assigned Epic application within six months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with clinical teams to assess, design, and implement effective information systems and workflows that support perioperative and procedural services.
• Assist in the development, configuration, and maintenance of information systems, applications, and databases related to perioperative and procedural services.
• Participate in regular system audits, identifying areas of improvement and recommending solutions to enhance system performance and data integrity.
• Provide support and troubleshooting for perioperative and procedural services, addressing system issues promptly and ensuring minimal disruption to clinical operations.
• Assist in the analysis and interpretation of data, providing meaningful insights and recommendations for process improvements and strategic decision-making.
• Collaborate with vendors and IT teams to manage system upgrades, migrations, and integrations as needed.

Skills

SQL

Excel

Data Visualization

Analytical Thinking

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in healthcare informatics, data analytics, healthcare administration or related field

Master’s Degree

Tools

Epic

Job description

Position Title

Periop & Procedural Business Informatics Analyst I

Southlake Campus

Position Summary / Career Interest:

The Perioperative and Procedural Business Informatics Analyst I collaborates closely with perioperative and procedural teams, including surgeons, nurses, and administration, to analyze business workflows and requirements, identify areas for improvement, and implement data-driven strategies. Collects, organizes, and analyzes perioperative and procedural data and develops reports and insights to support decision-making and enhance the clinician experience and patient outcomes.

Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions

• “Collaborate with clinical teams to assess, design, and implement effective information systems and workflows that support perioperative and procedural services.
• Assist in the development, configuration, and maintenance of information systems, applications, and databases related to perioperative and procedural services, ensuring optimal functionality and performance.
• Participate in regular system audits, identifying areas of improvement and recommending solutions to enhance system performance and data integrity.
• Provide support and troubleshooting for perioperative and procedural services, addressing system issues promptly and ensuring minimal disruption to clinical operations.
• Assist in the analysis and interpretation of data, providing meaningful insights and recommendations for process improvements and strategic decision-making.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and best practices related to information systems and technology within perioperative and procedural services.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and guidelines, including HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability) and other data privacy and security requirements.
• Coordinate and provide training to end-users, promoting optimal utilization of information systems and technology within the department.
• Collaborate with vendors and IT teams to manage system upgrades, migrations, and integrations as needed.
• Stay current on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in healthcare informatics, incorporating new insights into departmental processes and systems.”
• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
• These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Required Education and Experience

• High School Graduate
• Bachelors Degree in healthcare informatics, data analytics, healthcare administration or related field. A combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Experience with healthcare information systems, electronic health records (EHR), and data visualization tools

Preferred Education and Experience

• Master’s Degree
• Experience working in a perioperative or procedural setting

Required Licensure and Certification

• Able to obtain certification or proficiency (with certification-level score) in assigned Epic application within six (6) months of employment. within 180 Days

Knowledge Requirements

• Knowledge of perioperative and procedural workflows, and healthcare operations
• Familiar with data analysis tools such as SQL, Excel, or statistical software
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development in healthcare informatics.

Time Type:

Full time

Job Requisition ID:

R-53655

Important information for you to know as you apply:

• The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status.

• The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

• Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.