Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Epic Beaker Analyst

Position: Epic Beaker Analyst

Department: Epic

Reports to: Department Supervisor

Job Summary

The Beaker Epic Analyst is responsible for the design, implementation, optimization, and ongoing support of the Epic Beaker laboratory information system (LIS). This role collaborates with clinical laboratory teams, pathologists, IT staff, and Epic representatives to ensure the Beaker module meets the needs of the laboratory operations and supports high-quality patient care. The analyst will also play a key role in upgrades, workflow optimization, troubleshooting, and user training.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor and evaluate system performance, ensuring optimal functionality and data integrity.
• Participate in cross-functional project teams to ensure system integration across Epic modules and other hospital systems.
• Create and maintain documentation for application workflows, build, testing, and training.
• Provide end-user support and training when needed.
• Ensure compliance with data security, privacy, and HIPAA regulations.
• Analyze laboratory workflow processes to identify areas for improvement and implement optimized solutions within the Epic Beaker module.
• Build, configure, test, and maintain Epic Beaker applications, including clinical pathology (CP) and anatomic pathology (AP), if applicable.
• Collaborate with lab staff, clinicians, and IT professionals to ensure successful integration of lab systems with other Epic modules (e.g., Orders, Results, Cupid).
• Participate in Epic Beaker upgrades and new feature implementations.
• Translate clinical requirements into system configuration and technical specifications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve application issues, ensuring minimal disruption to clinical operations.
• Assist in creating and maintaining documentation, including test scripts, workflows, user guides, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Provide support during system go-lives and on-call coverage as needed.
• Conduct user training sessions and support change management initiatives.
• Stay current on Epic’s enhancement releases and functionality updates related to Beaker.

Required Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of laboratory workflows, processes, and regulations (e.g., CLIA, CAP).
• Proficiency in building and configuring test catalogs, lab instruments, specimen workflows, and result routing in Epic.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and project management skills.
• Background in clinical laboratory science or medical technology.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience working as an Epic Beaker Analyst or similar role.
• Epic Beaker certification (Clinical Pathology and/or Anatomic Pathology).
• Previous experience with EHR implementation or optimization projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare, Medical Technology IT, or a related field (or equivalent work experience)
• Experience with instrument interfacing (e.g., using HL7, middleware).
• Knowledge of other Epic modules such as Orders, Willow, or Cupid.
• Experience with reporting tools like Radar or Reporting Workbench in Epic.

Skills and Competencies

• Experience in the Microsoft Office suite of products, including Outlook, Teams, OneNote and SharePoint
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team
• Discretion and ability to handle sensitive information
• Time management and ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong understanding of radiology and imaging workflows.
• Ability to translate clinical needs into technical solutions.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Experience with Epic tools such as Hyperspace, Reporting Workbench, and SmartForms a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Primarily seated at a computer onsite located at South Central Regional Medical Center
• May involve sporadic evenings or weekend work
• May involve occasional lifting of files or office supplies (up to 15 lbs.)
• Frequent interaction with operational staff and providers at both South Central Regional Medical Center/Clinics and the Community Connect Partners.
• On-call responsibilities will be required.

All candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position. The American with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires that reasonable accommodations be made for qualified individuals to help perform the essential functions of the position.

South Central Regional Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.

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