EPIC Analyst IV (Hospital Billing)

Emory Healthcare•Tucker, GA

19h•Remote

About The Position

We are seeking an Epic Hospital Billing Analyst IV to join our team -- this candidate will work on our Epic HB team performing builds, testing, validation, maintenance and ongoing support of the Epic HB module and coaching/mentoring other Epic HB Analysts. We are seeking the Resolute Hospital Billing Administration certification as well as Resolute Hospital Billing Fundamentals for Single Billing Office (SBO) certification for this opportunity. This role will work on builds and configs, including Epic upgrade project based work, enhancement requests, ticket queue responses, and break/fix duties. A level IV Analyst should have a minimum of 5+ years Epic Analyst experience in this space w/ certifications listed above. Remote position, however candidates must reside in one of the following states: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Louisiana, Michigan, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, or Wisconsin. Please see preferred qualifications for a more detailed candidate profile of tech specs. RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for the design, build, testing, validation, maintenance and ongoing support of Epic Hospital Billing systems. Works across interdisciplinary workgroups to accomplish set goals as a team. Is a representative of the Information Technology team and is responsible for establishing, fostering and maintaining positive business relationships with Emory co-workers; interdisciplinary workgroups; clinical and financial department representatives; Epic partners; and all other staff who use or interact with the Epic application suite. Instructs, directs, supports, and provides technical guidance to other analysts and contractors and consultants, as necessary. Functions as business partner with service lines, departments, individuals, and coworkers. Develops expert knowledge of system capabilities, applications, and processes to function effectively as educator and expert for system users. Creates/modifies/advises/trains on workflow improvements regarding system usage and design. Establishes and leads regular meetings proactively with department heads and/or superusers to identify, document, and prioritize their needs. Coordinates operational and capital project requests with appropriate EHC IS and operational teams. Acts as primary contact for supported applications regarding system down time. Leads delivery of technical consulting and support services and solutions with minimal management input. Takes primary ownership for Epic and other applications software and file maintenance support for break-fixes, optimizations, special updates, upgrades, and implementations. Leads/facilitates system design, validation, and/or remediation sessions. Assist with Epic Security assignment, security templates and maintenance where appropriate. Remains current on Epic new version training for all applicable Epic certifications (if Epic). Provides leadership within and across teams. Assists and mentors team members and other staff and serves as orientation resource for new employees. Develops and maintains positive relationships with team, department, and organization. Participates in educational and leadership opportunities to enhance professional growth and expertise. Serves as a positive change agent within and across teams. Leads/facilitates team and cross-team meetings and initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from a recognized college or university with major course work in computer science, Information Technology, engineering, or equivalent related experience.
A minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in clinical, business, or other healthcare operational areas or 9 years no degree.
This position requires the appropriate Epic certification for the specific area of assigned responsibility.
Working knowledge and subject matter expertise in the assigned operational department areas.
Knowledge and Abilities: Expert oral and written communication skills with a diverse population. Expert organizational, problem-solving, analytical, and time management skills. Expert interpersonal skills to interact positively and productively with teams across organizational lines. Creative problem-solver with strong focus on achieving objectives within prescribed timelines while maintaining quality standards and organization requirements. Flexibility to manage multiple initiatives and shift priorities based on business needs. Instructs, directs, supports, and provides technical guidance to other analysts and contractors and consultants, as necessary.

Nice To Haves

Epic Certifications:Resolute Hospital Billing Fundamentals for Single Billing OfficeResolute Hospital Billing Administration Epic Hospital Billing experience across multiple areas such as:
Claims
Billing edits
Workqueues
Denials
Charge capture
Payment posting
Integrations
Revenue cycle background, (hospital) i.e. regulatory requirements and how they affect us (i.e. MNC, CCI, LCDS)Understanding of flow from scheduling, registration, charges, medical records to patient financial services

Responsibilities

Responsible for the design, build, testing, validation, maintenance and ongoing support of Epic Hospital Billing systems.
Works across interdisciplinary workgroups to accomplish set goals as a team.
Is a representative of the Information Technology team and is responsible for establishing, fostering and maintaining positive business relationships with Emory co-workers; interdisciplinary workgroups; clinical and financial department representatives; Epic partners; and all other staff who use or interact with the Epic application suite.
Instructs, directs, supports, and provides technical guidance to other analysts and contractors and consultants, as necessary.
Functions as business partner with service lines, departments, individuals, and coworkers.
Develops expert knowledge of system capabilities, applications, and processes to function effectively as educator and expert for system users.
Creates/modifies/advises/trains on workflow improvements regarding system usage and design.
Establishes and leads regular meetings proactively with department heads and/or superusers to identify, document, and prioritize their needs.
Coordinates operational and capital project requests with appropriate EHC IS and operational teams.
Acts as primary contact for supported applications regarding system down time.
Leads delivery of technical consulting and support services and solutions with minimal management input.
Takes primary ownership for Epic and other applications software and file maintenance support for break-fixes, optimizations, special updates, upgrades, and implementations.
Leads/facilitates system design, validation, and/or remediation sessions.
Assist with Epic Security assignment, security templates and maintenance where appropriate.
Remains current on Epic new version training for all applicable Epic certifications (if Epic).
Provides leadership within and across teams.
Assists and mentors team members and other staff and serves as orientation resource for new employees.
Develops and maintains positive relationships with team, department, and organization.
Participates in educational and leadership opportunities to enhance professional growth and expertise.
Serves as a positive change agent within and across teams. Leads/facilitates team and cross-team meetings and initiatives.