MedStar Health · 1 day ago
Applications Analyst III - Lab - Cerner PathNet
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
6+ years expMedStar Health is seeking an Applications Analyst III to oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of clinical applications within the lab. The role involves managing vendor relationships, conducting software testing, and developing user documentation to ensure optimal application use and performance.
Health CareMedical
Responsibilities
Actively participates in new associate onboarding activities. Functions as a mentor when leading and/or supporting project activities
As appropriate for service line application(s) performs duties required to back up and/or monitor application assets to ensure continuity in service
As appropriate for service line applications monitors and tests the ongoing production performance to assure appropriate operations in terms of response time and storage capacity. Monitors customer utilization of applications to determine if application features are being used appropriately. Recommends operational changes as appropriate. Proactively identifies the need to upgrade the supporting infrastructure
Coordinates and conducts the testing of software updates/fixes and routine maintenance. Validates that systems operate and perform properly through the controlled unit system integration and volume testing. Organizes test scenarios into test plans
Coordinates and manages vendor resources in the implementation of new software and/or application upgrades and enhancements
Coordinates the development of user and application support documentation to facilitate optimal use of applications. Facilitates and develops updates to support documentation in designated documentation repositories. Ensures support documentation is consistent with service line processes
Demonstrates ability to align presentation tools with the audience to ensure and enhance effective communication. Actively participates in and/or manages meetings committees and/or multi-disciplinary quality and service improvement teams in support of department activities
Develops ad hoc and standard reports using system report writer or other tools to meet customer needs. Assists and guides users in developing ad hoc reports. Trains associates in report development
Documents current business processes to aid in the process redesign. Revises or develops new business processes which utilize the capabilities provided by new information technology and provide optimal benefit to the organization in terms of increased efficiency accuracy and effectiveness of the process. Coordinates the development of client department policies and procedures required to implement re-engineered business processes
Exhibits extensive experience in the current technology trends and developments in the healthcare industry in order to serve as a resource for the I.S. department and customers
Implements improvements enhancements updates and modifications to applications. Responsible for executing project tasks including development of project work plans resource plans schedules costs administrative reports and acceptance criteria. Conducts/manage the requirements analysis functional specification definition and design processes and implementation and testing of enhancements. Coordinates technical Information Systems associates and user departments
Manages application database(s). Ensures quality maintenance of data dictionaries and master files. Monitors file size and integrity and administer database design and development as appropriate. Responsible for the periodic reviews of software with customers and vendors to evaluate software utilization and effectiveness
Manages application tasks and/or projects using advanced project management principles and tools. Completes and/or manages special projects. Responsible for developing and maintaining project documentation according to PMO standards
Manages problem analysis in support of decisions and planning within the application service line. Analyzes the impact of application modules on departments. Develops solutions to meet project objectives. Coordinates vendors Information Services associates and users in troubleshooting problems and resolving software or procedural issues. Manages resources and problem resolution
Plans the development and execution of educator/trainer courses of core system/application functionality
Provides facilitation and coordination of training plans. Provides advanced support to customers within and beyond the corporate organization in the implementation and operational use of software applications. Actively coordinates/facilitates successful resolution to user issues problems and requests. Conversant regarding service line trends issues and initiatives. Serves as liaison between application and technical IS groups and user community
Responsible for the integration of applications within and beyond the corporate computing environment. Trains associates in support processes
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or an equivalent combination of education and technical experience required
6 years technical experience preferably in a healthcare or business environment required
Experience in systems analysis/programming, customer service, vendor information, information systems, and project management required
Clinical analysts perform all continuing education and other activities to maintain professional licensure required
Strong analytical ability to solve complex technical problems
Competent in microcomputing including desktop applications project management and communication and emulation applications
Strong interpersonal communication skills to effectively interface with internal/external customers
Understanding of information systems and their impact on customers
Must be willing to carry a pager/cell phone and be available for 24 x 7 on-call support to include weekdays evenings weekends and holidays. Frequency of rotation will vary depending on need/size of department
Preferred
Experience that includes exposure to networking and hardware preferred
Company
MedStar Health
MedStar Health is a not-for-profit healthcare organization
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$29MKey Investors
American Medical AssociationAgency for Healthcare Research and QualityA. James and Alice B. Clark Foundation
2023-06-21Grant
2022-09-27Grant· $2M
2020-07-03Grant· $27M
Leadership Team
David Mayer
Executive Director MedStar Institute for Quality and Safety Quality and Safety CEO Patient Safety Mo
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