The Clinical Systems Analyst - Rehab will be responsible for implementing/developing Epic and related applications.
This position will develop, implement, manage and provide ongoing support for clinical information systems.
Will proactively increase knowledge of Epic EHR software, health system operations and will work with the Epic project team to translate business needs into EHR functionality.
Will analyze procedures and problems, report findings and make recommendations for resolutions. Responsible for formulating objectives to meet system scope.
This position will interact with clients and build problem solving partnerships with clinical and business providers, customers and colleagues, while working independently building system components, testing, documenting, and ensuring 24/7 system support and maintenance.
Education -
Preferred Epic proficient/certified in Rehab.
Required Epic proficient/certified in EpicCare Inpatient or Ambulatory.
Bachelor's degree in information technology or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience) preferred.
Experience -
Familiarity with clinical hospital software and/or hardware technology, database, screen handler, query languages, including ability to design, configure, train, or implement clinical systems.
Healthcare support experience is desired in areas such as billing, scheduling, access services, and health information management.
Hands on Epic clinical systems experience desirable.
Prefer prior experience working on project team, clinical systems support, and general knowledge of healthcare information issues.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities -
Knowledge of current business practices and computing systems, interfaces and rehab hospital and medical rehab group practice standard software
including computer systems and methods utilized in structuring and preparing input data for computer applications.
Knowledge of a variety of hardware and software environments and of the healthcare industry and Epic healthcare applications required. Analytical skills necessary to apply computer technology to resolve clinical problems and/or increase operational efficiency of data processing systems.
Ability to analyze the functionality of systems and their fit with specifications. Understands relationships between system processes/programs, system parameters, files and data relationships for assigned products.
Ability to research, analyze and thoroughly understand workflows of end users, using this knowledge to configure systems which improve processes, add efficiencies and promote patient safety.
Familiar with program development tools such as editors and configuration tools. Basic knowledge of standardized quality improvement methodologies.
Ability to respond to changing demands, priorities, procedures and technology.
Able to lead groups to make key decisions.
Ability to lead meetings, prioritize, resolve conflicts, maintain issues lists and help manage a project plan. Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate effectively with user departments in ascertaining and converting needs for application to electronic data processing systems.
Ability to express needs clearly, both verbally and in writing. Ability to work independently. Self-directed in identifying changing demands and priorities.
Acts as a change agent in adjusting to new procedures and technology. Dedication to detail with proven organizational skills.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, and users.
Project management and planning expertise.
Ability to set priorities, produce accurate work, and meet deadlines; ability to function in a setting with a wide variety of duties and numerous interruptions.