Informatics Applications Analyst Epic
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Job Description
Thanks for your interest in Childrens Mercy!
Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team At Childrens Mercy we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital for eleven consecutive years.
Childrens Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City a metro abounding in cultural experiences vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in childrens health we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.
Overview
The Informatics Applications Analyst supports the mission vision and strategic priorities of Childrens Mercy and Information Technology. The Analyst serves as the technical Health Informatics and Technology (HIT) subject matter expert for the clinical applications. The Analyst manages projects and programs in Research and assists with more complex projects. The Analyst maintains and provides technical support for assigned clinical applications. The Analyst is a liaison to the care delivery teams and develops implements and effectively uses clinical technologies to enhance patient care. They collaborate to positively impact patient safety and care quality.
The ideal candidate will have Epic certification or experience. Epic certification relevant to the department is required within 120 days of hire.
At Childrens Mercy we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve as well as our core values of kindness curiosity inclusion team and integrity.
Additionally its important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve as well as the Childrens Mercy staff we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found nonimmune to measles mumps rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus diphtheria acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.
Responsibilities
Serves as a Health informatics resource for clinical departments:
- Designs and recommends innovative ideas processes and/or procedures for enhancements additions and modifications to improve existing systems.
- Serves as technical subject matter expert for department and organizational committees and initiatives; participates in the development of technologies to support clinical processes.
- Responds to system issues and user requests for assistance.
- Provides 24/7 support as part of an oncall rotation.
- Initiates Incident Management processes to resolve issues/services as soon as possible.
- Collaborates to provide training and communication about changes and fulfill optimization requests
Applications and Technology Management:
- Configure and optimize applications and technology to meet the specific requirements of clinical workflows.
- Collaborates with Information Technology to ensure that clinical and operational systems meet security requirements.
- Maintains application documentation backup procedures and business continuance.
- Test systems and technology to identify defects and develop mitigation plan.
- Follow change management processes
- Follow change management and ITIL processes.
- Apply regulatory requirements and professional standards to the design build and optimization of clinical technologies.
- Implement clinical documentation and decision support systems that improve the quality of care and ensure patient safety.
- Collaborates with vendors to resolve issues and identify opportunities for improvement.
Project and Program Management:
- Manages IT projects and provides expertise to implement new clinical applications and technologies.
- Applies project management skills tools and lean methodologies.
- Assists the planning and delivery of complex programs.
Qualifications
- Bachelors Degree preferred and 35 years experience. Clinical experience health informatics Information Systems or Information Technology experience OR
- Associates Degree and 57 years experience. Clinical experience health informatics Information Systems or Information Technology experience OR
- High School diploma or equivalent and 7 or more years experience. Clinical experience health informatics Information Systems or Information Technology experience.
- At least one applicationspecific Epic certification relevant to the department required within 120 days of hire.
- Must complete Epic certification training if not already Epic certified in the most recent version of the Epic EHR product.
Benefits at Childrens Mercy
The benefits plans at Childrens Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families.
Learn more about Childrens Mercy benefits.
Starting Pay
Our pay ranges are market competitive. The pay range for this job begins at $32.57/hr but your salaried offer will be determined based upon your education and experience.
Remote Work/Work from Home
This is an intermittent remote position which means that the person hired will work with his or her manager to determine a schedule that includes both at home and onsite hours at a Childrens Mercy location. The incumbent must live in the Kansas City metro area.
EEO Employer/Disabled/Vet
Childrens Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees patients parents and visitors. A personal interview formal education and training previous work experience references and a criminal background investigation all are factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race color religion sex national origin age disability creed genetic information sexual orientation gender identity or expression ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Childrens Mercy is smoke and tobacco free.
Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
CM is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. Our patients and families come from all walks of life and so do we. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our team so we hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds not just because its the right thing to do but because it makes our hospital stronger and our patient care more compassionate.
If you share our values and our enthusiasm for service you will find a home at CM. In recruiting for our team we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring including education ideas culture ethnicity race sex sexual orientation gender identity and expression national origin age languages spoken veteran status color religion disability and beliefs.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Unclear
