IT Systems Analyst - Epic Beaker (Lab Information Systems Team), Full Time, First Shift
Job Description
IT Systems Analyst - Epic Beaker (LIS), Full-Time, First Shift Responsible for designing, implementing and supporting designated software applications in accordance with departmental standards and procedures. Works with users to define system functionality, information flow, reports and data requirements. Develops specifications and documents operational procedures, tests software, and coordinates software release procedures.
Responsibilities
- Support of Epic Beaker modules for Laboratory Information System (LIS), Lab instrument integration, Beckman Automation System and other Lab applications (Wellsky Transfusion, RALS Point of Care)
- Completion of lab test build, testing and user acceptance coordination with Lab Operations.
- Significant interaction with Lab Operations to research and complete test build and expert rules
- Design, define, and support new and existing system functionality.
- Serve as a subject matter expert for assigned applications and departments.
- Develop, test, and support complex system code, configurations, and upgrades.
- Create and maintain detailed functional and technical specifications.
- Provide ongoing production support and independently develop ad hoc reports.
- Evaluate and recommend system hardware and software solutions.
- Document system requests and comply with established change management procedures.
- Ensure system quality through audits and process reviews.
- Maintain system resources and mentor less experienced staff
- Manage and support complex initiatives as a Project Manager and/or Test Coordinator.
- Develop and maintain project charters, work plans, schedules, and financial tracking.
- Determine project staffing, skill requirements, and workload priorities.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams and collaborate with sponsors to resolve risks and issues.
- Track, document, and ensure timely resolution of project issues.
- Provide accurate and timely individual and project status reporting.
- Define and configure system tables, parameters, and setups to optimize application performance.
- Partner with vendors, consultants, and internal teams to evaluate and implement solutions.
- Support application testing, contingency planning, and non-project system enhancements.
- Coordinate development efforts with programming and technical teams.
- Facilitate end-user meetings, consultations, and consensus-building efforts.
- Provide clear, effective written and verbal communication.
- Promote high levels of customer satisfaction through timely, consultative support.
Qualifications
- Minimum Required: Required: Bachelor's degree in IS&T or related field; 4 years equivalent experience can substitute for a Bachelor's degree.
- Two or more years' experience with computer applications (programming or analysis) in a PC or mainframe environment required.
- Medical Lab Technologist or Medical Lab Scientist (MLT or MLS) is recommended and preferred. Medical lab experience or a clinical background required.
- Epic Beaker certification is a plus. Minimum 2 years of LIS experience or other clinical Epic certification is required.
- Project Management concept knowledge is required