IT Applications Analyst III-Epic Resolute Hospital Billing Administration

About the role

The Applications Analyst III at Hackensack Meridian Health is responsible for gathering business requirements, conducting needs assessments, and developing functional specifications and builds to support business objectives. This role works with little or no supervision and mentors lower level Application Analysts.

Responsibilities

• Ability to effectively share knowledge with and mentor lower level Application Analysts.
• Installs/upgrades new/existing applications and components, configures application settings, and validates work performed by lower level Application Analysts.
• Assists in the coordination of end user support activities.
• Attends, participates in, and contributes to meetings throughout the facility. Coordinates and runs meetings within the IT department.
• Provides go-live support for users on new applications, modules, and functionality.
• Oversees and/or performs analysis of necessary application modifications and works with IT associates and/or the vendor to coordinate the modification.
• Analyzes business/clinical needs and requirements.
• Interprets end user requirements by fully discussing potential options and helping clients move towards optimal solution.
• Evaluates the operational workflow that is applied to the system.
• Creates system specifications from user requirements.
• Creates test plans and tests new systems, version upgrades, and any system modifications.
• Documents all outcomes of testing. Reviews lower level Application Analyst's test plans and documented outcomes for consistency and thoroughness.
• Responsible for application implementation, troubleshooting, and support.
• Presents oral and written communications to project teams and other departments.
• Handles complex issues and problems, and refers only the most complex issues to higher-level staff.
• Updates system, operational, and department documentation.
• Recommends areas for process improvements.
• Provides on-call support for applications.
• Provides input into policy and procedure redesign.
• Functions as a preceptor for new staff in the department.
• Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
• Lifts a minimum of 20 lbs., pushes and pulls a minimum of 20 lbs. and stands a minimum of 4 hours a day.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of IT experience preferably in healthcare or related field OR 2 Years of IT experience and 2 years of clinical experience.
• Possesses comprehensive knowledge of subject matter.
• Works independently and effectively manages time with little or no supervision.
• Strong desktop skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio and Outlook.
• Effective oral and written communication.
• Creates and maintains clear, concise documentation.
• Collaborates with other team members across the department.

Additional Information

Candidates must be certified in Epic Resolute Hospital Billing Administration. Additional certifications in Hospital Billing are a plus, including Epic Resolute Hospital Billing Claims and Remittance Administration, Resolute Hospital Billing Charging Administration or Charge Router.

Compensation

Minimum rate of $97,011.20 Annually

Benefits

HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.

Awards

Hackensack Meridian Health has received numerous awards including:

• US News & World Report 2025 - HUMC - #1 Hospital in NJ & #1 in NY Metro Area
• US News & World Report 2025 - Joseph M. Sanzari Children’s Hospital - #1 Children’s Hospital in NJ and #3 Children’s Specialties in the Nation
• US News & World Report 2025 - JSUMC - #5 Hospital in NJ
• US News & World Report 2025 - John Theurer Cancer Center at HUMC - Ranked Nationally
• US News & World Report 2025 - HUMC - Best Hospitals Honor Roll
• Becker’s Hospital Review 2025 - 7 HMH Institutions Named Among Becker’s Top 100
• Newsweek 2025 - Hackensack Meridian Health - America’s Greatest Workplaces for Mental Well-Being 2025
• Newsweek 2025 - Best Hospitals USA - HUMC - #59