Epic Bridges Implementation Analyst

This is a remote position.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Epic Bridges Implementation Analyst to support a full Epic implementation for a large healthcare organization. This consultant will serve as the primary/lead analyst for Epic Bridges responsible for the design build testing and activation of all data exchange and interface workflows supporting inbound and outbound integrations between Epic and external systems.

The ideal candidate has successfully completed at least one full Epic implementation as a primary or lead Bridges analyst and demonstrates deep expertise in HL7/FHIR interfaces interface engine workflows system integrations and cross-application data exchange.

This role is fully remote with limited anticipated travel to Tennessee for milestone events such as workflow validation sessions integrated testing dress rehearsals go-live command center activities and interface cutover support.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary analyst for Epic Bridges throughout the full implementation lifecycle.
  

• Lead interface discovery and intake sessions with clinical revenue cycle ancillary systems and IT stakeholders.
  

• Design interface workflows integrating Epic with:
  

  • Laboratory radiology cardiology pharmacy and device systems
    

  • Payer clearinghouses and eligibility vendors
    

  • External registries and public health reporting systems
    

  • Scheduling and referral platforms
    

  • Archive document management and imaging systems
    

  • Legacy EHR or departmental systems
    

• Configure and build:
  

  • HL7 inbound and outbound message interfaces
    

  • Interface routing rules and transformations
    

  • Error handling and monitoring workflows
    

  • Interface testing environments and message replay procedures
    

• Collaborate closely with Ancillary application teams (Willow Radiant Cupid Beacon etc.) and Revenue Cycle teams (HB PB HIM) to ensure compliant and accurate data exchange.
  

• Support FHIR API build and configuration where applicable.
  

• Develop interface specifications and documentation.
  

• Execute unit testing integrated testing dress rehearsals and cutover validations.
  

• Coordinate vendor testing with third-party applications and external systems.
  

• Participate in go-live readiness cutover planning and activation support activities.
  

• Provide command center support and real-time interface troubleshooting during go-live.
  

• Support post-go-live stabilization efforts root-cause analysis and integration optimization.
  

• Document all interface designs specifications and testing outcomes.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Epic Bridges certification active or previously certified.
  

• Completion of at least one full Epic implementation as a primary or lead Bridges analyst.
  

• 5 years of Epic interface or integration analyst experience.
  

• Deep expertise in:
  

  • HL7 message structure (ADT ORM ORU DFT etc.)
    

  • FHIR APIs and modern interoperability workflows
    

  • Interface engines and routing logic
    

  • Testing and validation procedures for data exchange
    

• Strong understanding of healthcare system workflow integrations across clinical ancillary and revenue cycle domains.
  

• Ability to independently manage a complex multi-vendor interface portfolio in a remote working environment.
  

• Excellent technical documentation and stakeholder communication skills.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with major integration engines:
  

  • Cloverleaf
    

  • InterSystems HealthShare
    

  • Rhapsody
    

  • Mirth / NextGen Connect
    

• Participation in multi-facility or enterprise Epic implementations.
  

• Experience with high-transaction mission-critical interface environments.
  

• Prior leadership or mentorship experience supervising junior integration analysts.
  

• Exposure to Epic App Orchard integrations or custom API development.