Epic Healthcare Informaticist     


 

Position Summary
The Epic Healthcare Informaticist is responsible for workflow analysis and design for the Epic and third party applications supporting Kootenai Health, our affiliates, and downstream customers. The Healthcare Informaticist works in close collaboration with the clinicians including physicians, departmental leadership, Quality, Patient Safety, Information Systems, Accreditation and Licensure departments to strategically select a design, implement and guide the use of technology to ensure optimal care delivery processes and effectively communicate patient care activity. The Epic Healthcare Informaticist collaborates with the Analysts, Trainers and other IT team members on the analysis, design, implementation, optimization, and support of the use of Epic modules and third-party applications. They will participate in new module or new application implementation and upgrades and will act as a liaison between departmental staff and Information Systems staff for all facilities.

 

Responsibilities

Performs in-depth analysis of current and future workflows, data collection, report details and other technical issues associated with the Epic EHR and designated third-party applications Collaborates with analyst to collect requirements regarding potential system enhancements or new system implementation and prepares details of specifications needed; prioritizes and implements requested changes to the system Specializes in patient care processes and clinician workflow Leads or participates in improvement projects and on assigned committees to provide content expertise on the literature related to the use of EMR and other technology to meet patient safety goals, support clinician workflow and achieve care improvements Collaborates with analyst on standardization and process improvement opportunities while making build decisions Assist analyst with data validation to ensure data is accurate and meets business requirements Participates in designs and execution of small-scale application testing as requested by analyst Participates in integrated area domain and affinity groups in support of operational governance Assist analyst with troubleshooting, identifying root cause, and documenting problems of simple to medium complexity for assigned applications and systems as needed Develops workflow documentation for a variety information systems and disciplines Assists trainers as needed to develop communication related to education efforts for deployments, upgrades, optimizations, and other system changes as assigned Analyzes workflows and has understanding policies, procedures, and constraints in core clinical or business area(s) of responsibility Partners, in collaboration with the analyst, with quality, operational, and business leaders on system design and optimization to meet quality, safety, financial and efficiency needs Other duties, including analyst build in certified or proficient applications, as assigned Performs other related duties as assigned  Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field  Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned

 

Requirements and Minimum Qualifications

Associate’s degree in healthcare, computer science or information technology related field required; completion of an accredited medical assistant program or equivalent education/experience with current CMA certification by AAMA, NHA, or NCCT may be accepted in lieu of degree 2 years’ experience in a hospital and/or clinic setting preferred  Certification in relevant field preferred Epic certification or accredited in one or more Epic modules as assigned required Certification to be initiated as directed and completed within 3 months upon completion of Epic training; employee must remain current in certification or proficiency Other required system application certifications to complete assigned work as assigned Participates in after hours on-call, on-call rotation and service recovery efforts as required Advanced understanding of the standard tools, workflow processes, and/or procedures and concepts used in the development and deployment of application software necessary to run the healthcare systems business, clinical or financial systems Comprehensive understanding of clinical or business principles to evaluate information system and healthcare regulatory needs Knowledge of Healthcare information systems Experience in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Experience working with online project document repositories (i.e., SharePoint) Ability to work independently and simultaneously on multiple priorities 

 

As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:

Kootenai Health offers comprehensive medical plan options, including options for fully paid employer premiums for our full-time employees. For part-time employees, we offer the same plan options with affordable part-time premiums. In addition to medical insurance, we offer many voluntary benefits ranging from dental and vision to life and pet insurance. Kootenai Health also offers well-being resources and telemedicine service options to all employees, regardless of benefit eligibility. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment. Kootenai Health’s tuition assistance program is available after 90 days. If you want to further your education, we'll help you pay for it Kootenai Health sponsors retirement plans for employees that enable you to save money on a pre-tax and Roth after tax basis for your retirement. Kootenai Health will match your contributions based on years of service ranging from 3-6 percent. Competitive salaries with night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials An award-winning and incentive-driven wellness program. Including a MyHealth corporate team, onsite financial seminars, and coaching Employees receive discounts at The Wellness Bar, PEAK Fitness, and more Robust and interactive employee referral program And much more