University of California San Diego

Sr. Epic Cadence / Referral Analyst - Hybrid - 141252

Healthcare
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 9 years of experience in healthcare ambulatory and Epic build, or a Bachelor's with 5 years experience.
  • In-depth knowledge of clinical applications, including planning and implementation.
  • Advanced problem-solving skills for complex issues.
  • Strong interpersonal communication abilities for training and collaboration.
  • Excellent organizational and project management skills.
  • Proficient in written and verbal communication of technical information.
  • Advanced analytical expertise for documentation and reporting.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with clinical leaders to translate business needs into EMR functionality.
  • Design, build, test, and implement Referrals and Cadence applications in Epic.
  • Support clinical and patient access users with workflow and documentation knowledge.
  • Create or adapt written protocols in partnership with operations.
  • Prepare detailed specifications for clinical and authorization processes.
  • Troubleshoot and maintain system functionality as required.
  • Lead medium to large projects in clinical applications.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work schedule combining onsite and remote work.
  • Union representation through UPTE HX.
  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Participation in a leading academic health system with cutting-edge facilities.
Full Job Description
Payroll Title:
CLIN APPLICATIONS PROFL 4 HX Department:
INFORMATION SERVICES Hiring Pay Scale
$125,000 - $182,000 / Year Worksite:
Towne Centre Drive Appointment Type:
Career Appointment Percent:
100% Union:
HX Contract Total Openings:
1 Work Schedule:
Days, 8 hrs/day, Monday-Friday

#141252 Sr. Epic Cadence / Referral Analyst - Hybrid
Filing Deadline: Wed 9/23/2026
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This position has recently been accreted by UPTE HX union and will be a part of that union moving forward.

This position will work a hybrid schedule which includes a combination of working both onsite at Towne Centre Drive (San Diego, CA) and remote.

DESCRIPTION

The Senior Epic Analyst (Cadence/Referral) will work closely with the project team's clinical leaders and the clinicians and providers to translate business needs into EMR functionality. Involves design, building, testing, and implementation of Referrals and Cadence application in our Epic system. Provides support to clinical and patient access users through knowledge of clinical processes, documentation needs, workflows, and clinical practice standards, when adapting the software to meet their needs. Works with operations to create or adapt written protocols. Prepares detailed specs encompassing clinical and authorization processes, information flow, risk and impact analysis. May provide customer service, troubleshooting, and maintenance. As a technical leader in Referrals and Cadence applications, applies advanced professional concepts and extensive industry knowledge to lead and / or work on medium to large projects of broad scope and complexity. May be recognized expert of an area of focus of business in clinical applications.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  • Nine (9) years of related experience, education/training, OR a Bachelor's degree in related area plus five (5) years of related experience/training. Related experience in Healthcare Ambulatory and Epic build experience in Referrals and Cadence applications.
  • Broadly encompassing or highly In-depth knowledge of 1-2 areas of focus in clinical applications specialty area(s). Knowledge of operations, systems and functions, including planning, design, development, implementation, user support and training, maintenance, quality assurance, and system testing and evaluation.
  • Ability to apply advanced problem-resolution skills to highly complex issues, quickly diagnose problems, and develop, test, and implement appropriate and effective solutions in a timely manner.
  • Advanced interpersonal communication skills to effectively train, support, and collaborate productively with clinical users and key stakeholders at all professional and technical levels.
  • Advanced organizational and project management skills, and ability to lead a team, prioritize tasks, and see projects through from inception to completion on schedule.
  • Advanced written and verbal communications skills, to convey highly-technical information and instructions to all levels of clinical users and staff in a specific, clear, and concise manner.
  • Advanced analytical skills and expertise in documentation and reporting, with the ability to apply metrics, plan and implement testing systems, collect and analyze performance data, and produce substantive reports and analyses for management use.
  • Advanced ability to serve as a technical leader and information resource, and to work collaboratively with key personnel and management, providing guidance and recommendations on systems, improvements, upgrades, and industry advances and trends.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Epic build experience in Referrals and Cadence application.
  • EPIC Certification Cadence and/or Referrals.
  • Experience as a major participant in a clinical system implementation.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
  • Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
  • Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: Unclassified - No data available (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: Unclassified - No data available

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

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The University of California San Diego (UC San Diego) is a public research university in San Diego, California. Established in 1960 near the pre-existing Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego is the seventh-oldest of the 10 University of California campuses and offers over 200 undergraduate and graduate degree programs, enrolling approximately 38,325 students. UC San Diego is organized into six undergraduate residential colleges (Revelle, John Muir, Thurgood Marshall, Earl Warren, Eleanor Roosevelt, and Sixth College) and five academic divisions (Arts and Humanities, Biological Sciences, Jacobs School of Engineering, Physical Sciences, and Social Sciences). The university operates 19 organized research units (ORUs), including the Center for Energy Research, Qualcomm Institute (a branch of the California Institute for Telecommunications and Information Technology), and the San Diego Supercomputer Center.
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