Application Coordinator Associate

General Position Summary: The Application Coordinator Associate (ACA) participates in the development and design of the application(s) for which the AC A is responsible and is required to gain an in-depth knowledge of the assigned Epic module(s).   

 Demonstrates basic knowledge of computer systems, applications and interfaces as acquired through a degree program in Business Administration, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or Clinical studies.  

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   Exhibits ability to gather the appropriate data and devise and design simple systems solutions to user issues and problems. 

   
   

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   Demonstrates ability to devise simple benchmarking metrics to assess system performance. 

   
   

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   Demonstrates a basic understanding of the clinical or business operations functions. 

   
   

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   Demonstrates attention to detail in data gathering, specifications development and documentation and record keeping. 

   
   

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   Communicates effectively with users, colleagues and developers. 

   
   

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   Demonstrates basic degree of analytical skill. 

   
   

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   Works under direct supervision in support of team initiatives. 

   
   

 Job Responsibilities:    

 Certifications: Required to complete and pass certification in assigned Epic application module(s) within 120 days of employment in this role. 

 Experience: Work experience in a professional environment as obtained through an internship or fellowship program. 

 Preferred Job Qualifications: 

 Knowledge of clinical and/or healthcare business information systems in a large and complex healthcare organization as obtained through the candidate’s field of study. 

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  Knowledge of the current healthcare environment as obtained through the candidate’s course of study is preferred. 

  
  

 Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities (KSA’s): 

 Ability to handle analysis, design, system configuration and testing tasks at a basic level of complexity 

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  Excellent customer service skills 

  
  

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  Highly effective written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills to establish working relationships that foster optimal quality teamwork and education 

  
  

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  Strong organizational skills in managing priorities 

  
  

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  Uses critical thinking skills for assigned tasks 

  
  

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  Detailed understanding of clinical/business operations workflows and system configuration gained by participating in validation sessions with project team members and assisting in system design 

  
  

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  Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, with proficiency in Microsoft Visio and Project 

  
  

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  Demonstrated knowledge of project management principles as obtained through the candidate’s field of study