Application Analyst

Work Location: 2245 Enterprise Drive. Suite 4506. Westchester, IL. 60154

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Application Analyst is responsible for sorting and reviewing medical information and strategizing techniques to improve health care services for the patients. The Application analyst handles the data management systems and ensures the accuracy and timeliness of information for reference.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION/COMPETENCIES

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Configures, tests and maintains computer systems and applications.
• Handles the data information systems and ensures the accuracy and timeliness of information for reference.
• Reviews system capabilities, workflow, and scheduling limitations.
• Reviews and analyzes the system and performance indicators to locate problems, and correct errors. Escalates problems and issues to appropriate staff to ensure timely resolution.
• Coordinates projects, schedules and facilitates meetings as necessary to complete assignments.
• Participates in design and process changes regarding to the Electronic Medical Record.
• Assists and coordinates in the documentation of systems policies and procedures as well as training materials.
• Serves as a liaison between the IT department and operations to align system design with operation processes.
• Performs other position related duties as assigned.
• Employees shall adhere to high standards of ethical conduct and will comply with and assist in complying with all applicable laws and regulations. This will include and not be limited to following the Solaris Health Code of Conduct and all Solaris Health and Affiliated Practice policies and procedures; maintaining the confidentiality of patients' protected health information in compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA); immediately reporting any suspected concerns and/or violations to a supervisor and/or the Compliance Department; and the timely completion the Annual Compliance Training.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSURES OR REGISTRY REQUIREMENTS

• N/A

KNOWLEDGE | SKILLS | ABILITIES

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Customer-oriented with ability to remain calm in difficult situations.
• Knowledge in healthcare systems operations such as EMR. Skill in using computer programs and applications including Microsoft Office.
• Experience working with clinicians on analyzing clinical problems, workflows, and decision support.
• Experience with healthcare organizations and implementation of Electronic Health Records, Clinical Decision Support Systems, requirement gathering and health IT standards.
• Complies with all health and safety policies of the organization.
• Complies with HIPAA regulations for patient confidentiality.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's Degree in Information Systems or related field required.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• 2 years' of experience in healthcare, technology or related field is required.

REQUIRED TRAVEL

• N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Carrying Weight Frequency

1-25 lbs. Frequent from 34% to 66%

26-50 lbs. Occasionally from 2% to 33%

Pushing/Pulling Frequency

1-25 lbs. Seldom, up to 2%

100 lbs. Seldom, up to 2%

Lifting - Height, Weight Frequency

Floor to Chest, 1 -25 lbs. Occasional: from 2% to 33%

Floor to Chest, 26-50 lbs. Seldom: up to 2%

Floor to Waist, 1-25 lbs. Occasional: from 2% to 33%

Floor to Waist, 26-50 lbs. Seldom: up to 2%