Responsible for utilizing technical and business knowledge to configure and support assigned applications/systems. Responsible for assisting with project planning and completion including analysis, training, testing, documentation, problem resolution and application implementation. Cross-trains with other areas of the department as assigned to accomplish and meet technical, business or operational needs for which the employee is qualified to perform. Participates in a culture of continuous improvement to ensure that departmental goals and the organization’s strategic initiatives and targets are met.
Job Duties Possesses strong knowledge of and supports any of various departmental systems, functions or workflows.Works closely with application vendors as needed, is heavily involved with release updates, issues lists, new product evaluation and learns any new applications/systems to support departmental activities.Performs application/system maintenance of tables, master files and data entry automation design.Includes, but is not limited to development, coding, testing, implementing, and performing post-execution validation of "scripting" routines that access files, execute "key-stroke" emulation to post the files, and refiles the source data.Responsible for gathering data, problem analysis, review of/defining system specs by applying knowledge of applications, applicable documentation, files, reports and other application related workflows.Resolves system issues with minimal assistance, or if needed, reports issues to IT and/or application vendor to ensure timeliness of resolution.Serves as liaison between IT and the business community for department initiatives.Works closely with various levels of staff/customers/management to determine technical solutions to meet business needs.Educates customers of any complexities associated with project requirements and suggests other alternatives to achieve an equal or better result.Participates in various projects, prepares documentation, including project plans, requirements, design documents, workflows, requests for vendor proposals, presentations, test plans, policy/procedures, training materials, stakeholder communications and Leadership approvals.Applies standard system and project management methodologies throughout the implementation and use of assigned applications, including progress reporting, procedural and change control/management processes.Heavily involved with the creation and execution of a communications plan that meets the needs of a project, including status meetings, status reports, change management, and issue escalation.Creates agendas, ensures the capture of minutes, and conducts meetings in an effective and efficient manner.Supports Merger and Acquisition activities related to departmental business and technical needs.Prepares and maintains internal policies, procedures and standards, new employee onboarding and training materials, and provides training to fellow team members and/or end users as needed.Maintain compliance with external regulations and internal policies.Mentors/coaches less senior team members to enhance their skillsets, broaden their knowledge base and promote career growth.
Work is typically performed in an office environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. *Relevant experience may be a combination of related work experience and degree obtained (Associate’s Degree = 2 years; Bachelor’s Degree = 4 years).
Shift: 8:00am - 4:30pm
On call rotation: evenings and weekends
Internet requirements:
Employee required to have/supply: Cable modem, (high speed, only - No DSL or Wireless Cellular Service or Satellite Service) The minimum requirement is:
•25 MBPS UP•75 MBPS DOWN•<150 ms Ping Required•<30ms Jitter RequiredComputer must be connected to the internet via Ethernet cable; wifi is not permitted unless a Virtual Private Network (VPN) is used for the wifi connection
Education High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)- (Required) Experience Minimum of 5 years-Relevant experience* (Required) About GeisingerFounded more than 100 years ago by Abigail Geisinger, the system now includes ten hospital campuses, a 550,000-member health plan, two research centers and the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. With nearly 24,000 employees and more than 1,700 employed physicians, Geisinger boosts its hometown economies in Pennsylvania by billions of dollars annually. Learn more at geisinger.org or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and InclusionGeisinger values who you are, where you are from, and where you are going. We seek out people of various backgrounds and cultures with unique abilities, non-traditional career paths and ambitious aspirations. We are an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or their protected veteran status. Read more about Our Commitment to Inclusive Recruiting.
Our Vision & ValuesEverything we do is about making better health easier for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities.
KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.
EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.
LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.
INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.
SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family.
Our BenefitsWe offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and prescription coverage.