Epic Lead Business Analyst - Hospital Billing & Claims
Harris Health is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients, through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health's robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet® nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.
At Harris Health, we prioritize the well-being of our most valuable asset--our people--ensuring a culture of compassion, collaboration and excellence in serving Harris County's most in need. With integrity and accountability at our core, we commit to 'leading with love', embodying our dedication to quality care, education, and a steadfast respect for every individual's contribution to our mission.
Job Summary
The Epic Business Systems Lead Analyst ensures that the operational interests of their respective functional areas are being fully represented in the day-to-day operations of the Information Systems Department. This role supports the Epic applications deployed within the Harris Health System.
Minimum Qualifications
Education/Work Experience/Licensure:
Bachelor's Degree (AND) Certification for at least one Epic Application.
(Or)
High School Diploma or GED (And) Eight (8)Years within IT (OR) 5+ years Hospital Healthcare Organizations (AND) Certification for at least one Epic Application.
Management Experience: Two (2) years of Epic Project experience OR Epic Team Lead experience
Communication Skills: Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contact), Exceptional Verbal (e.g., Public Speaking), Writing / Correspondence, Writing / Reports
Job Attributes
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Analytical, Design, Research, Statistical
Work Schedule: On Call, Eligible for Telecommute
Other Requirements: Be available to work on site or remotely (after hours) as needed.
Experience in a hospital or clinic setting preferred. Experience supporting an Electronic Medical Record System.
Healthcare Information Technology experience. Understanding of functional processes and business rules related to the applications being implemented/supported.
Ability to handle multiple activities simultaneously, be able to prioritize effectively, and meet overlapping deadlines.
Understands the limitations and opportunities presented by the applications supported.