Functional Architect - IT Lab Applications

Your job is more than a jobGENERAL DUTIESGeneral Functions:Demonstrates ability to represent Information Technology in a respectful and professional mannerCompletes assigned tasks per defined project scope, timelines, and budgetsUnderstands interconnectivity and integration with EMR and third-party applications. Works with internal IT teams on technical troubleshooting, integration, reporting and trainingDemonstrates creativity and passion to continuously learnFollows department standards and proceduresCommunicates effectively with technical team at all levels and with users at a non-technical and clinical levelAlerts senior staff members of any outages, problems or delaysMaintains knowledge of health care, technology and industry trendsMaintains appropriate certificationsSystems Analysis:As part of their duties, application architects conduct analysis to identify trends in application architecture and apply them in applications developmentThey assess the interaction/interface between applications, databases, and middleware systems to identify and address problems/gaps in functional coverageThey provide guidelines on the use and maintenance of an architectural system to ensure sustained efficiency and performanceAble to interpret data regarding current environment and document workflows and system accessApplies analytical skills and related application knowledge to define the information requirements necessary to design, build and install upgrades and/or new implementationsAbility to analyze and make sound recommendations for workflow based on system capabilities.Develops and/or evaluates previously refined data and programs and selects from a range of alternatives to determine the appropriate action to be taken. Understands functionality and relationships between supported applicationsLead optimization efforts of clinical staff and departmentsApplication Support/Build:Creates test plans to support thorough application and integrated testing scenariosReviews and test changes in newly released software to ensure integrityResolves post installation technical problems in a timely manner, assists team in resolving complex issues, escalating issues as necessary to the appropriate organizational or vendor levelExpert on routine duties often asked to mentor team; uses appreciable originality on system assignments, makes recommendations and seeks approval on complex mattersResearches, identifies, designs and implements solutions to special client requests or requirements and thoroughly documents all identified solutions and standard operating proceduresPlans independently the full range of programming actions needed to achieve desired end-results on complex problems; analyzes and suggests system development tasksPerforms system design/build/update. Builds Master Files. Monitors release notes for pertinent build and testing for the system.Keeps documents and change logs updatedMaintains quality control between environments with build activitiesProject Management:Meet with clients and talk to them about what they want to accomplish with their software program including features, capacity, speed, aesthetics, and other aspects of a software program they want to produceDetermine essential resources to produce a finished software program that meets all the client’s specificationsSets deadlines to complete different parts of an application and track their team’s progress toward those goalsDevelops or helps in the development of work plans, task sequencingDevelops time schedules, conversion, and test procedures for all aspects of systemExecutes necessary investigation, analysis, and evaluation to determine project feasibility and develops project scopeUtilizes change management processOther Duties as required:Completes required documentationServes as member of various employee committees to discuss workflow, system needs and changesCoordinates activities with other departments and work groups as neededServes as a backup to related positions as neededParticipates in on call rotation for application supportHelp Desk support as neededPerforms related duties as assignedEXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS4 years of IT, Epic, or healthcare experience with a Bachelor’s Degree6 years of IT, Epic, or healthcare experience with Associate’s Degree8 years of IT, Epic, or healthcare experience with High School Diploma/GEDPreferred: IT Healthcare experience, Epic implementation experience EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONSRequired: HS Diploma or equivalentPreferred: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a computer or data related fieldPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Certified in Epic Beaker Clinical Pathology and/or Anatomic PathologyClinical lab experienceExperience with third party systems such as Data Innovations, RALS/ Telcor and other Lab third-party systemsSKILLS AND ABILITIESExtensive working knowledge of healthcare and systemsAbility to conceptualize and analyze complex issuesAbility to work independently and manage time wellAbility to direct a variety of projects in addition to an understanding of the ways in which information technology is applied within the enterpriseAbility to maintain assigned programs and systemsAbility to communicate effectively orally and in writingEpic or other certification Required where appropriateLICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:EPIC application certification required to be obtained after initial onboarding and is expected to be maintained as required by Epic - CEEWORK SHIFT: Days (United States of America)LCMC Health is a community. Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little “come on in” attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health’s culture of everyday extraordinaryYour extrasDeliver healthcare with heart. Give people a reason to smile. Put a little love in your work. Be honest and real, but with compassion. Bring some lagniappe into everything you do. Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care. See opportunities, not problems – it’s all about perspective. Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other. Love what makes you, you - because we doYou are welcome here. LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary. Simple things make the difference. 1. To get started, take your time to fully and accurately complete the application for employment. Incomplete applications get bogged down and are often eliminated due to missing information. 2. To ensure quality care and service, we may use information on your application to verify your previous employment and background. 3. 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