Epic Analyst
Contract Type-W2
Location-Remote
Job Description
The Clinical Informatics Epic Analyst plays a vital role in coordinating, optimizing, and maintaining Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems, with a primary focus on Epic. This role works closely with clinical and administrative teams to ensure EHR systems effectively support providers and improve patient care. The analyst applies expertise in Epic applications, workflow analysis, and problem-solving to deliver successful implementations and continuous improvements across EHR initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Epic System Management: Collaborates with cross-functional teams to plan, design, and configure Epic EHR functionality and modules, ensuring alignment with clinical needs and organizational goals. Serves as a subject matter expert on Epic configuration and customization.
- Workflow Optimization: Analyzes clinical and administrative workflows to identify opportunities for improvement. Partners with product and informatics teams to translate user needs into effective Epic system configurations that enhance efficiency and user experience.
- Training & User Support: Provides training, documentation, and troubleshooting for Epic applications. Supports Risant Health product and informatics teams, ensuring end-users are proficient and issues are resolved quickly.
- Data Reporting & Compliance: Uses Epic reporting tools to extract and analyze healthcare data for decision-making, quality improvement, and regulatory compliance. Develops and maintains custom reports and dashboards to support data integrity and organizational needs.
- Cross-Team Collaboration: Coordinates with Risant Health, affiliated organizations, and KP IT teams to ensure EHR systems meet provider needs and improve workflows. Maintains an inventory of functionality gaps, workflow requirements, and prioritized projects.
Education
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
Experience
- Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in a clinical, healthcare IT, or informatics setting.
- At least two (2) years of direct, hands-on experience with Epic.
- Experience with select Epic modules is highly preferred; candidates are not expected to have experience in all areas. Relevant modules include: Ambulatory, Inpatient/ClinDoc, Cadence, MyChart, Healthy Planet and Compass Rose.
Technical Competencies
- Proven experience with Epic EHR systems, including implementation, configuration, and optimization.
- Strong understanding of healthcare operations, clinical terminology, and regulatory requirements (e.g., HIPAA, CMS).
- Familiarity with tools and methodologies for mapping and optimizing clinical workflows.