System Analyst, Sr

Job Summary

The Senior System Analyst understands and maintains the integration between multiple software applications across various disciplines be it clinical or financial based. They serve as a professional role model, mentor and resource for assigned staff members of the IS Team.  Familiar with HL7 standards and terminology; and the ability to develop, maintain, and analyze data integration and interface procedures/programs. Analyst may lead with the selection, implementation and support of applications needed. In addition, analyst may act as a liaison between departments in the evaluation and optimization of workflow processes, recommending areas where technology can contribute toward efficient and effectiveness. 

Licensure and Certification:

• NA

Education:

• Required:  BA/BS in Computer Science or business-related field
• Preferred: MA/MS in Computer Science or business-related field
• Equivalent experience may be substituted for education

Experience:

• Minimum five (5) years IS experience.  Preferred understanding of the functions of a hospital, relationships among departments, and overall understanding of the hospital institution
• Working experience with intermediate project management principles including directing the activities of other resources assigned to the project
• Clinical or Financial system implementation knowledge and experience preferred
• Experienced in SQL, DB structure, Microsoft applications, file transfers and interfacing
• Education of customers in system concepts and operation
• Experience with Meditech Client Server and/or Kronos UKG (Time Keeping, Advanced Scheduler, HR, Payroll)

Knowledge and Skills:

• Advanced troubleshooting, including areas with no previous experience
• Outstanding customer service skills
• Prioritize workload and meet deadlines
• Work cooperatively as a team member
• Strong oral and written communication skills

Physical Demands - Clerical/Administrative Non-Patient Care:

• Frequent sitting and standing/walking with frequent position change.
• Continuous use of bilateral upper extremities in fine motor activities requiring fingering, grasping, and forward reaching between waist and chest level.
• Occasional/intermittent reaching at or above shoulder level.
• Occasional/intermittent bending, squatting, kneeling, pushing/pulling, twisting, and climbing.
• Occasional/intermittent lifting and carrying objects/equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Continuous use of near vision, hearing and verbal communication skills in handling telephone calls, interacting with customers and co-workers and performing job duties.