IS Application and Automation Specialist (Atwater)

IS Applications and Automation Specialist supports the core business of organization applications.  Develops and maintains Confluence intranet, creates and manages Automation Anywhere (RPA) processes, provides Confluence server administration support on hosted cloud environments, develops and supports HL7 interfaces, and handles ETL data transformations.

Will work at our Modesto PACE Center and Scenic Administration Office in Modesto. Schedule is Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm.

Compensation: $39.59 - $41.56 an hour

Golden Valley Health Centers offers excellent benefits including Medical: (0 Deductible / $2,000 Individual; $4,000 Family Out-of-Pocket Max), excellent PPO coverages; Dental; Vision; 403(b) with match, FSA plans, gym discounts, and so much more!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities    

• Support and maintain assigned business applications, ensuring optimal performance and user satisfaction.


• Develop, enhance, and maintain Confluence intranet, creating engaging content and improving user experience.


• Design, develop, and implement Automation Anywhere robotic process automation (RPA) processes to streamline business operations and increase efficiency.


• Provide server application management support on hosted cloud environments such as Contegix, troubleshooting issues and ensuring smooth operation.


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, provide solutions, and drive successful project implementation.


• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices in IT applications and automation and propose improvements to existing systems and processes.


• Design, develop, and maintain HL7 interfaces to facilitate the exchange of clinical and administrative data between the organization's systems and business associates.


• Develop ETL data transformations to integrate data from various sources, enhance data quality, and improve data accessibility.


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT, clinical, and operational teams, to understand business requirements and develop solutions that meet their needs.


• Participate in developing and implementing new projects and initiatives, including intranet, RPA, data warehouse, and business intelligence solutions.


• Other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands

• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Lifting greater than 30 pounds should be done with assistance as appropriate. 


• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.


• Must be able to hear staff on the phone and those served in person and speak clearly to communicate information to end-users and colleagues.


• Must have an adequate vision to read memos, a computer screen, and printed documents.


• Must have high manual dexterity.


• Must be able to squat, sit, stand, stoop, crouch, reach, twist, turn, finer, and feel.

Work Environment        

The physical environment requires the employee to work indoors, primarily in an office setting.  The noise level inside is quiet to average.  Use of general office equipment is required on a daily basis.  Travel may be required at times.

Education/Experience Requirements    

Minimum Qualifications:

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders


• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to think critically and resolve complex technical issues


• Customer-focused mindset, with a commitment to delivering high-quality support and ensuring end-user satisfaction


• Solid understanding of data analytics and business analysis concepts and techniques


• Ability to work well under pressure with tight deadlines and high complexity


• Ability to assume sole and independent responsibility for various assigned projects and tasks


• Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment concerning significant matters


• Familiarity with HL7 interface development and support


• Strong understanding of business applications, databases and data transformation processes.


• Experience with Confluence, Automation Anywhere (RPA), or similar tools preferred.


• Knowledge of ETL tools and data extraction, transformation, and loading techniques preferred.


• Familiarity with web server administration and troubleshooting is a preferred.


• Valid CA Driver’s License, reliable transportation, acceptable driving record, and vehicle insurance

Education/Experience:

• High School diploma required


• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree required.


• Minimum of two (2) years of experience as an application analyst, data analyst, or similar role required.


• Minimum one (1) year of experience in SQL for querying and manipulating relational databases required.


• Minimum one (1) year of experience in programming Python for scripting and/or data processing required.