Senior Application Developer - Epic Grand Central

This position will provide technical leadership, direction, and technical support for the development, configuration, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of software related to the Epic Grand Central applications, including Admission Discharge Transfer (ADT), Bed Planning, Transfer Center, Patient Transport, Environmental Services (EVS), and BCAWeb Data Entry. This position includes working with Project Management groups, key stakeholders, vendors, contactors, and end users regularly. Position Responsibilities Analysis/Design Collaborate with subject matter experts to analyze workflows and develop application designResearch system solutionsCreate functional/technical specifications for system build and complex integrated systemsLead design and analysisDevelop technical design and procedures for new or revised applicationsLeads the review and analysis of system problems to identify solutions and/or make appropriatereferralsDemonstrate features to the user community and assess applicability, impact and value Implementation Configure and customize applicationsReview the application build for efficiency, completeness, and correctnessUnderstand and adhere to Change Management policies and proceduresUnderstand and adhere to IT Security policies and procedures Support and Maintenance Completion of related Epic Certifications/accreditations or eligible to obtain and maintain relevantEpic certifications/accreditations specific to your roleGuide development and maintenance of testing scripts for execution during implementations,special updates, and system upgrade cyclesResolve complex system problems through participation in 24 x 7 on-call rotationsProposal software maintenance proceduresEvaluate system upgrades to identify new functionalityDevelop standards for documentation to ensure recovery capability, as well as satisfactory andstable performance of the platform(s) and all applications and processesLead staff in development and maintenance downtime workflows and proceduresTravel to customer sites as needed to support application implementation, upgrade, optimizationand/or training/conferences Project Management Develop work plan and time schedules for computing projects including outlining phases,identifying personnel, and computing equipment requirements. Monitor progress and revise schedule and plan as needed Business Analysis Identify business system solution requirements by analyzing work processes and operations;evaluate business and information systems functionalityServes as the liaison for technical staff, users, vendors, and other stakeholdersAnalyze, document, and recommend business process design in applicable areas Leadership/Staff Management/Financial Responsibility Guide staff in documenting system procedure and guidelines for users, as well as programs andprogram modificationsAssist in developing ideas for presentations to senior management. Build and foster relationshipsProvide leadership in multiple areas of expertiseProvide direction, assignments, feedback, coaching, and counseling to assure outcomes areachievedMay provide administrative and/or functional supervision over assigned staffEducation Requirements Pay Grade: https://hr.uiowa.edu/pay/pay-plans/professional-and-scientific-pay-structure Salary: $70,051 to commensurate – Paygrade 5B The University of Iowa offers a generous benefits package, including 24 days paid vacation per year to start and paid sick leave. Complete information regarding the full benefits package may be viewed at https://hr.uiowa.edu/benefits Percent of Time: 100% Location: 3281 Ridgeway Drive, Coralville, IA Staff Type: Professional & Scientific Type of Position: Regular Education Required Bachelor’s degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and related application development/support experienceCertification must be obtained within 30 days after the corresponding EPIC class ends. In cases where an employee cannot meet this timeframe, they should work with their supervisor to establish an approved plan for completion. Required Qualifications Experience in the development and/or support of applications used by non-technical customers to support and enhance workflow processes, preferably healthcare, typically 5-7 years of experience for a Senior Application Developer roleExperience acting as the primary contact for the support, configuration, and development of at least one enterprise application or area of functionality, preferably healthcare relatedExperience working with application owners and/or vendors to define system requirements, integration requirements and understanding business needsDemonstrated experience working with end-users to define system requirements, understand business needs and convert business requirements into functional/technical specifications for complex integrated systems buildDemonstrated knowledge of and experience with basic project managementAbility to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with technical and non-technical staffDemonstrated job-related experience and/or work/academic environment. Desired Qualifications Experience supporting an EHR in an ambulatory or hospital settingExperience with any of the following workflows: Admission Discharge Transfer (ADT), Transfer Center/Bed Planning, Environmental Services (EVS), Patient TransportEpic certification/accreditation related but not limited to the following: Epic Grand Central, Epic ADT, Epic PreludeDemonstrated ability using tools for customizing vendor application softwareDemonstrated knowledge of integrated system software solutionsExperience collaborating with technical and non-technical staff on system implementation projectsStrong problem-solving skills and experience adhering to regulatory requirements with respect to system configurationProven ability to write application test scripts To be considered, applicants must upload a resume (under submission relevant materials) that clearly addresses how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position. A cover letter is desired as part of the application process. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. This position is eligible for remote work within Iowa and will require a work arrangement form to be completed upon the start of your employment. Per policy, work arrangements will be reviewed annually, and must comply with the remote work program and related policies and employee travel policy when working at a remote location. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization. For additional questions contact Girish Mhatre at Girish-Mhatre@uiowa.edu. Additional Information Classification Title: Senior Application DeveloperAppointment Type: Professional and ScientificSchedule: Full-timeWork Modality Options: Hybrid within Iowa Compensation Pay Level: 5B Contact Information Organization: HealthcareContact Name: Girish MhatreContact Email: Girish-Mhatre