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This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this department. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, and LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.

GENERAL DUTIES

​Essential Functions:

Assist and support, and min some minimal instances, build and support of the Epic Benefits Engine Application which is a component of Resolute.Performs liaison activities for all PAS software vendors to maintain a cohesive and collaborative communication route. Maintains a fluid understanding of interconnectivity and integration with EMR and third party applications.Works with internal IT teams on technical troubleshooting, integration, reporting and training as well as with operational teams to understand desired system outcomes.Completes assigned tasks per defined project scope, timelines, and budgets.Demonstrates creativity and passion to continuously learn.Follows department standards and procedures.Communicates effectively at all levels and with users at a non-technical and clinical level.Alerts senior staff members of any outages, problems or delays.Maintains knowledge of health care, technology and industry trends.Maintains appropriate certifications for software vendors.

Clinical Systems Analysis:

Able to collect data regarding current data processing environment and documents workflows and system access.Applies analytical skills and related Application knowledge to define the information requirements necessary to design, build and install upgrades and/or new implementations.Ability to make recommendations for workflow based on system capabilities.Develops and/or evaluates previously refined data and programs and selects from a range of alternatives to determine the appropriate action to be taken. Understands functionality and relationships between supported applications.Support optimization efforts of clinical staff and departments.

Clinical Application Support / Build:

Reviews and test changes in newly released software to ensure integrity.Resolves post installation technical problems in a timely manner, escalating issues as necessary to the appropriate organizational or vendor level.Carries out routine duties independently; uses appreciable originality on system assignments and discusses or seeks approval on complex matters.Researches, identifies and implements solutions to special client requests or requirements and thoroughly documents all identified solutions and standard operating procedures.Plans independently the full range of programming actions needed to achieve desired end-results on complex problems; analyzes and suggests system development tasks.Performs Epic design/build/update. Assist in building Master Files, Profiles, Category Lists, Reports, Health Maintenance, Best Practices Alerts, department locations, smart forms, flowsheets, scheduling templates, scheduling questionnaire’s, and other master files as assigned. Monitors release notes for pertinent build and testing for the system.Keeps documents and change logs updated.Maintains quality control between environments with build activities.

Project Management:

Develops or helps in the development of work plans, task sequencing.Develops time schedules, conversion and test procedures for all aspects of system.Executes necessary investigation, analysis and evaluation to determine project feasibility and develops project scope.Assists in developing project cost and benefit estimates to establish project worth for assigned area with the team.Utilizes change management process.

Performs other duties as required:

Completes required documentationServes as member of various employee committees to discuss workflow, system needs and changesCoordinates activities with other departments and work groups as neededServes as a backup to related positions as neededHelp Desk support as neededPerforms related duties as assigned

EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

2 years of strong analytical experience that includes performing workflow assessments, capturing business needs, analyzing internal systems and process flow in a healthcare setting.

EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree required along with an appropriate certification within the software module being supported.

Certification can be obtained within 6 months of implementation of the module.

A two year college degree and an additional 3 years of related software analyst experience can be used in lieu of Bachelor’s degree.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Ability to build, implement, and understand software applications and extracts that contribute to the workflow within the organization.Good customer service, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills as well as excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to work collaboratively with other departments and functional areas and effectively gather and disseminate information to a diverse range of people.Excellent decision making skills; sound judgment in handling/escalating difficult situations.Excellent technical and analytical skills with a strong attention to detail as well as ability to communicate and formally present information to project leadership, key stakeholders, and subject matter team members.Experience accomplishing responsibilities with little supervision and maintaining confidentiality.
 

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Does this position formally supervise employees? No

FUNCTIONAL DEMANDS

Light: Light physical requirements- Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Sitting - Frequent (36-66% of day)Standing - Occasional (0-35% of day)Walking - Occasional (0-35% of day)Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional (0-35% of day)Lifting Floor to waist level: 0-10lbs - Occasional (0-35% of day)Lifting Floor to waist level: 10-20lbs - Occasional (0-35% of day)Lifting Floor to waist level: 20-50lbs - Occasional (0-35% of day)Lifting Waist level and above: 0-10lbs - Occasional (0-35% of day)Lifting Waist level and above: 10-20lbs - Occasional (0-35% of day)Lifting Waist level and above: 20-50lbs - Occasional (0-35% of day)Carrying objects - Occasional (0-35% of day)Push/pull - Occasional (0-35% of day)Twisting - Occasional (0-35% of day)Bending - Occasional (0-35% of day)Reaching forward - Occasional (0-35% of day)Reaching overhead - Occasional (0-35% of day)Squat/kneel/crawl - Occasional (0-35% of day)Wrist position deviation - Frequent (36-66% of day)Pinching/fine motor activities - Frequent (36-66% of day)Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent (36-66% of day)Talk or hear - Frequent (36-66% of day)

SENSORY REQUIREMENTS

Near Vision - Accurate 20/40Far Vision - Accurate 20/40Color Discrimination - YesDepth Perception - ModerateHearing - Accurate

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE RISK POTENTIAL

Bloodborne pathogens - Not AnticipatedChemical - Not AnticipatedAirborne communicable diseases - Not AnticipatedExtreme temperatures - Not AnticipatedRadiation - Not AnticipatedUneven surfaces or elevations - Not AnticipatedExtreme noise levels - Not AnticipatedDust/particular matter - Not AnticipatedOther (List) - Not Anticipated

POPULATION SERVED

Neonate/Infant up to 1 year: NoYouth (1yr to 15 yrs): NoAdult (16 and up): No

WORK SHIFT:

Days (United States of America)

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LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities.  LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.

 

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