University Of Texas

Epic Application Analyst

University Of Texas$85K — $100K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
  • Minimum of two years of experience in application support or healthcare IT
  • Experience in configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting enterprise software applications
  • Knowledge of healthcare information technology principles
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced healthcare environment

Responsibilities

  • Analyze clinical, business, and technical processes to develop effective system solutions
  • Configure, build, implement, and optimize Epic applications supporting workflows
  • Provide technical support to users and IT teams
  • Conduct workflow analysis to identify operational improvement opportunities
  • Collaborate to prioritize application enhancements and implement solutions
  • Maintain and support installed Epic applications and troubleshoot issues
  • Serve as liaison among IT, vendors, and clinical stakeholders

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment with clinical and technical teams
  • Continuing education and training opportunities
  • Opportunity to contribute to high-quality patient care
  • Involvement in system implementation and optimization projects
  • Support for professional growth and Epic certification advancement
Full Job Description

Job Posting Title:

Epic Application Analyst

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Hiring Department:

Dell Medical School

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

40

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FLSA Status:

Exempt from FLSA

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Earliest Start Date:

Immediately

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue

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Location:

AUSTIN, TX

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Job Details:

General Notes

The Epic Application Analyst supports the implementation, maintenance, and optimization of Epic software applications across clinical and operational environments. This role partners with clinical, operational, and technical stakeholders to support system optimization, workflow improvements, application stability, and high-quality patient care.

Important Employment Information

This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization. Applicants requiring current or future visa sponsorship are not eligible for employment in this position.

Purpose

The Epic Application Analyst supports the implementation, maintenance, and optimization of Epic software applications. This role collaborates with clinical and operational teams to analyze workflows, design system solutions, and ensure reliable application performance while supporting organizational initiatives, operational excellence, and high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities
Application Implementation and Support
  • Analyze clinical, business, and technical processes to develop effective system solutions

  • Configure, build, implement, maintain, and optimize Epic applications supporting clinical and operational workflows

  • Manage application implementations, upgrades, and enhancement projects

  • Provide technical and application support to clinical users, operational staff, and Information Technology teams

Workflow Analysis and Optimization
  • Conduct workflow analysis to identify opportunities for operational improvement

  • Design and implement application solutions that support departmental and organizational needs

  • Collaborate with operational stakeholders to prioritize application enhancements

  • Recommend workflow improvements that increase efficiency, user satisfaction, and system utilization

System Maintenance and Troubleshooting
  • Maintain and support installed Epic application software

  • Perform debugging, testing, implementation, and maintenance of software modules

  • Troubleshoot application issues and coordinate timely resolution

  • Ensure all application changes comply with established change management procedures


Documentation and Training
  • Create and maintain documentation for assigned Epic applications

  • Develop, coordinate, and execute testing plans for supported applications

  • Partner with IT educators to update training plans, educational materials, and technical documentation

  • Maintain accurate documentation supporting application maintenance and optimization


Customer and Vendor Liaison
  • Serve as liaison between Information Technology, vendors, clinical users, and operational stakeholders

  • Participate in production support activities during implementations and upgrades

  • Provide project management support as required

  • Maintain productive relationships with vendors and business partners to support application performance and issue resolution


Marginal or Periodic Functions
  • Mentor junior analysts and provide guidance as assigned

  • Participate in an on-call rotation supporting enterprise clinical applications

  • Travel occasionally to support users, implementations, training, and organizational initiatives

  • Perform related duties as assigned


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Technical Expertise
  • Analyze, configure, and modify Epic software applications

  • Diagnose and resolve complex application issues

  • Design effective technical solutions while maintaining system integrity

  • Apply healthcare IT principles and Epic application support best practices


Project Management
  • Manage application upgrades and assigned projects

  • Develop project timelines and coordinate technical resources

  • Monitor progress and ensure project milestones are achieved

  • Balance multiple priorities while meeting organizational deadlines


Workflow Analysis
  • Analyze clinical and operational workflows

  • Identify opportunities for workflow optimization and system improvements

  • Collaborate with providers, operational leaders, and Information Technology teams to implement effective solutions

  • Support continuous optimization of Epic application functionality


Communication
  • Serve as liaison between Information Technology, vendors, clinical users, and operational partners

  • Facilitate meetings and communicate technical information clearly and effectively

  • Provide project updates and resolve communication issues

  • Build productive working relationships across multidisciplinary teams


Documentation
  • Develop and maintain comprehensive application documentation

  • Create clear technical instructions, testing documentation, and user guides

  • Maintain current application records and supporting materials

  • Ensure documentation remains accurate, organized, and accessible


Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field

  • Minimum of two years of experience in application support, healthcare IT, or a related technical environment

  • Experience supporting, configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting enterprise software applications

  • Experience collaborating with clinical, operational, and technical stakeholders to support application optimization and workflow improvements

  • Knowledge of healthcare information technology principles, software development, and systems analysis

  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities while working independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced healthcare environment

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field

  • Minimum of four years of experience supporting healthcare IT or Epic systems

  • Experience supporting Epic applications within clinical or operational environments

  • Experience participating in Epic implementations, upgrades, optimizations, and workflow redesign initiatives

  • Experience collaborating with providers, operational leadership, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams

  • Knowledge of healthcare workflows, change management, and application lifecycle management


Licenses/Registrations/Certifications

Required
  • Epic Certification in a relevant module



Preferred
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification

  • ITIL Certification

  • Additional Epic certifications relevant to assigned application areas

Salary Range

$85,000+ depending on qualifications

Working Conditions
  • Standard office environment and equipment

  • Repetitive use of a keyboard and computer

  • May provide on-site support within clinical and operational environments as business needs require

  • May participate in application upgrades, testing, go-lives, and after-hours support activities

  • May be exposed to communicable diseases, blood borne pathogens, ionizing and non-ionizing radiation, hazardous medications, and disoriented or combative patients

Required Materials
  • Resume/CV

  • 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor

  • Letter of interest

Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to upload multiple files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that all Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current University employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you must apply within Workday by searching Find UT Jobs. Log in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left-hand navigation menu, and update the sections within your Professional Profile before applying. This information will be pulled into your application. The application is one page, and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions to upload any additional Required Materials noted above.

About University Of Texas

The University of Texas at Austin is a public research university located in Austin, Texas. It was founded in 1883 and is the flagship institution of the University of Texas System. The university offers over 170 undergraduate and graduate degree programs across 13 colleges and schools. It is known for its strong academic programs in business, engineering, law, and natural sciences. The university has a diverse student body and is committed to providing a high-quality education to all students. It has a strong research program and is a member of the Association of American Universities.
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