EHR Site Specialist (Youngstown, OH)

Posted 21 Days Ago
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Hiring Remotely in US
Remote
Mid level
Cloud • Healthtech • Information Technology • Consulting
The Role
The EHR Site Specialist provides training and support for Epic users, identifies issues, and enhances user experience with the system. Responsibilities include diagnosing learning needs, delivering training, troubleshooting, and collaborating with IT for system improvements. They ensure that end users utilize the EHR effectively, aligning workflows with organizational goals.
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The EHR Site Specialist interacts directly with Epic (CarePATH & ConnectCare) end users to identify issues, knowledge gaps and potential improvements with the use of Epic. Provides training, coaching and guidance on best-use techniques and improves the ability to use the system through coaching and identifying inhibitors to understanding how to use Epic. Diagnoses key learning needs and provides one-on-one support. Plans and designs learning experiences and uses expertise in communities of practice, to deliver a variety of training interventions. Design and training is based upon identified needs at both the local system and system-wide levels, aligned with the organization’s strategic goals, quality measures, and patient experience. Partners with IT and build resources to identify and resolve user issues, and provide follow-up to ensure high quality and value-added experience. Identifies opportunities to effectively integrate learning within the flow of work which results in positive and measurable clinical & business impacts. Proposes innovative learning solutions, and pilots and implements the approved innovations Tracks trends and identifies needs for learning programs and interventions. Works with group and market leadership to ensure maximum effective use of Epic system. Ensures end users are using the EHR to the highest potential and align workflows to be consistent with collaborative build decisions.  

 

Nordic, repeat Best in KLAS IT Services Firm and solely serving the healthcare industry, strives to empower healthcare providers to leverage technology and to realize digital transformation. All Nordic staff embrace Nordic’s maxims and mission to serve our customers who care so well for us.  

 

Key Responsibilities 

  • Delivers assigned Epic training in accordance with onboarding and access management requirement 
  • Receives, evaluates and prioritizes intake of Epic-based requests for assistance or issue resolution 
  • Utilizes established procedures and experience to determine the nature of the problem and provide solutions to customer satisfaction in a timely and accurate manner 
  • Uses established procedures and tools to help clients more effectively use Epic - searching knowledge base learning, recognition, isolation, resolution and follow-up for routine user problems.  
  • Interact with vendors and internal I&T support personnel in troubleshooting and solving problems and issues in a timely and accurate manner. 
  • Diagnose learning needs and identify resources to support them.
  • Provide one-on-one support and design learning interventions as needed. 
  • Maintain detailed records on client work including communication transactions, problems, remedial actions taken, and issue resolution using ServiceNow 
  • Identify and create ad hoc learning topics associated to system trends, Epic diagnostics (i.e. PEP, NEAT, etc…), and helpful hints and efficiency tips 
  • Identify possible issues with systems and present opportunities for solutions to be improved by escalating to the manager 
  • Creates and updates knowledge base 
  • Round in their assigned facility with input from the EHR Manager and site leadership. Rounding will include off shifts occasionally.
  • Possess a detailed understanding of workflows and system configuration, communicate and advocate best practice use of the system 
  • Demonstrated workflow process analysis and design 
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills i.e assertive and able to manage conflict in a variety of situations 
  • Effective leadership skills and strong customer service orientation 
  • Demonstrated ability to interact with multidisciplinary teams 
  • Work with Epic end users to build, maintain and support clinical systems that drive operations and support safe, effective patient care and processes suitable for computer applications 

Minimum Years of Experience 

  • BS/BA - Specialty/Major Health Sciences, Education or IT-related field and 5 years of related experience or 11 years in lieu of degree.
  • Demonstrated experience in the use of an EHR (at least 2 years working in a healthcare environment directly impacting patient care, IT or related services) 

 

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required 

  • Skill in active listening to accurately diagnose client issues.
  • Problem-solving and “can do” attitude  
  • Stay current on EHR changes and communications for system changes and end-user training needs  
  • Provides feedback to the EHR team on common themes or issues to better align training tools for end users  
  • Assists in identifying and supporting activities to better support end-user experiences by using data and participating in meetings related to the provider and end-user proficiency.  
  • Strong customer service skills and ability to coach virtually and provide solutions to complicated learning challenges 
  • Prior working experiences on teams, taking a leadership role when appropriate 
  • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities 
  • Ability to tell when something is wrong or likely to go wrong in order to anticipate challenges  
  • Ability to see patterns and trends and to identify possible solutions and actions 
  • Experience in working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment is essential 
  • Effectively navigates shifting priorities, demands and timelines with expert judgment, analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Ownership and accountability for assignments and facilitation of follow-up activities to resolve issues. 
  • Demonstrates thorough understanding of information systems, policies and procedures, including application support, operating systems, databases and related IT areas 
  • Perspective on the ups and downs, common challenges, and strategies for success. 
  • Predisposed to being able to see the positive in what is new and different; able to focus on what the system does and, not what it does not do; an agent of change. 
  • Approaches problems constructively and creatively, with emphasis on how to move the project toward goals. 
  • Deals effectively with people. 
  • Shows appreciation for the team’s efforts. 
  • Able to earn trust and respect within large organization. 
  • Willingness to do what is required to get the job done. 
  • Ability to become certified in Epic software application, if determined necessary. 
  • Establishes deadlines and adheres to them. 
  • Can put in the time necessary to make the project a success. 
  • Ability to travel as required. 

 

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred  

  • Progressive experience in learning/training 
  • Understanding of adult learning principles 
  • Experience in an electronic medical records (EMR) environment. 
  • Experience with the EMR “go-live” process. 
  • EPIC EMR experience. 
  • Proficient in additional Epic applications 
  • Experience in a health-related setting 

 

Additional details 

  • Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions. 

Top Skills

Epic
The Company
Madison, WI
1,400 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 2010

What We Do

Global Health and Technology Consulting. We connect people, data, and technology to create a healthier world. Let’s work together. Let’s connect healthcare.

Nordic helps healthcare organizations harness the power of technology to create healthier systems that lead to healthier businesses. Our global team of more than 1,400 professionals combines deep clinical experience, extensive technical knowledge, insightful strategic vision, and proven operational capability, to deliver transformational outcomes for providers and the people in their care. Nordic provides a broad range of consulting services, including strategic advisory, digital and cloud initiatives, implementation and support, and enterprise technology transformation. Our more than 500 clients trust us to help them identify and focus on the most important priorities, and consistently deliver business-changing impacts that make health systems, and the people they serve, healthier.

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