Epic Beaker Analyst

About the role

Responsible for design, analysis, testing, installation, and support activities for Epic related information system solutions as required that are developed or acquired as part of the overall hospital network of integrated computer systems. Incumbents must be able to help and consultation to enterprise departments, with system application issues, and serve as technical coordinator between departments and any outside vendors.

Responsibilities

• Completes assigned Epic certifications, training, projects, and testing.
• Works closely with our other EHR Certified Analysts for assigned applications.
• Completes Epic related tasks assigned by supervisor.
• Provides technical subject matter expertise and business process knowledge to project teams analyzing systemic or process issues within assigned areas.
• Provides input on alternative solutions ensuring the project team is fully educated on required effort, technical constraints, and impacts to existing system stability.
• Aids departments / project teams in defining requirements for new systems.
• Aids project manager in development of project plans focusing on technical work requirements and effort.
• Participates in vendor selection process including demonstrations and functional comparison activities.
• Completes appropriate departmental pre-purchase checklists and documentation.
• Provides input into contract / statement of work for new systems / functionality in supported areas.
• Participates in system design teams ensuring all business processes are addressed within specifications.
• Develops comprehensive test plans that cover organizational business processes affected by implementation.
• Collaborates with cross-functional integrated testing managing schedules, organizing staff, and tracking issues.
• Participates in coordination of go-live event developing detailed plan and coordinating resources.
• Participates in change management activities for assigned systems.
• Coordinates optimization activities proactively identifying improvements that allow end users to function more effectively.
• Maintains software for assigned systems at supportable levels and communicates available updates and enhancements to end users.
• Maintains detailed system documentation reflecting system architecture, security, and other requirements as defined in documentation templates.
• Leads analysis of current state.
• Develops alternative solutions and leads teams through analysis.
• Develops project plans for small to medium implementations / upgrades.
• Coordinates vendor selection activities.
• Leads system design teams ensuring all business processes are addressed within specifications.
• Participates in implementations having high complexity / organizational visibility.
• Keeps abreast of current industry developments and trends.
• Advises supervisor of progress on projects and any key issues.
• Understands the Quality Assurance and Improvement Plan and participates in department activities as requested.
• Performs other assignments as specified by supervisor.
• Coordinates change management, optimization, activities for assigned systems.
• Coordinates requests requiring cross-functional teams for resolution.

Epic Specific Application Information - Laboratory

This position includes certification in Beaker. The Laboratory Analyst is responsible for the configuration of the application to meet the needs of the Laboratory functions and workflows. Prior experience in Laboratory workflows including a solid understanding of CLIA, CAP, and regulatory compliance requirements. This position includes responsibility for Laboratory 3rd party applications including Mobilab, GemWeb, and RALS.