Epic Beacon Systems Analyst

Job Description

Responsible for reviewing clinical Oncology protocols to identify the build changes necessary to satisfy those protocols. Participates in protocol validation with the Hematology and Oncology department on a regular basis. Reviews and implements Epic Beacon changes as part of the quarterly Epic upgrade cycle. Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of computer systems, applications and interfaces, and analyzes and resolves complex system integration problems.

Creates pre‑ and post‑project benchmarking metrics and detailed documentation, including system design documentation, procedures, process and data flows, RFPs, project plans, and recommendations for system enhancements or replacements. Communicates effectively with clients, colleagues, developers, and organizational administration, provides estimates for moderate to complex work efforts, and supports multiple concurrent projects. Provides daily support of the hospital’s pharmacy IT systems (Epic Willow module) and may have designated clinical time in the hospital’s pharmacy.

• Define system information requirements and objectives for system application and interface maintenance or enhancement requests.
• Identify data element conversion needs in existing applications.
• Prepare written documentation of the need for application changes or replacements and coordinate staff and manage project plans for implementation.
• Draft project scope plans, project plans, and issue logs; monitor and report status of project plans to Lead IS staff and/or manager.
• Prepare formal change implementation plans and monitor their implementation.
• Provide technical expertise in supported applications and work with stakeholders to improve effective utilization.
• Report project issues and staff performance issues to Principal / Supervisor.
• Develop, implement, document, and validate comprehensive test plans in accordance with current standards.
• Act as a liaison to system users and stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical requirements, data flows, and process flows.
• Educate analysts and programmers on business requirements, objectives, and operational needs.
• Participate in the system selection process, including needs assessment, RFP and vendor selection.
• Travel to and work in the various CCMC locations, including patient care areas, and for mandatory certifications as needed.
• Understand and comply with all enterprise and IS departmental information security policies, procedures and standards.
• Support the integration of information security in the development, design, and implementation of hospital technology resources that process, transmit, or store CT Children’s information.
• Support all compliance activities related to state, federal regulatory requirements, healthcare accreditation standards, and other applicable regulations governing the use and disclosure of patient, financial, or other confidential information.

• High School Diploma, GED, or an equivalent level of education that satisfies high school completion.

• BA/BS Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, or a related Health Care field, or equivalent demonstrated work experience.
• Two to five years of relevant experience within a healthcare environment, or one to three years of Information Systems Analyst experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Outlook, etc.) and knowledge of the project development life cycle.

• For Epic application teams, at least one relevant Epic certification is required.
• For non‑Epic application teams, a relevant certification is desired if available.

• Knowledge of web‑based technologies, processes, and analytics.
• Knowledge of software quality assurance and testing concepts, techniques, industry best practices, tools, and standards.
• Knowledge of best practices in Nurse Scheduling, Time and Attendance, Human Resources, Payroll, and Labor Analytics (preferred).
• Ability to employ software quality assurance and testing concepts, techniques, industry best practices, tools, and standards.