Application Analyst, Information Technology, Fulltime

Analyzes, and implements hospital computer systems, subsystems or modifications to existing systems to achieve the objectives of projects assigned in the most efficient manner.

 This individual will apply proven communication, analytical and problem-solving skills to help identify, communicate and resolve systems issues in order to maximize the benefit of IT systems investments.

Responsibilities:


* Evaluates that design of new systems or modifications to existing systems complies with established standards for data accuracy, integrity, confidentiality and security.

Determines and develops alternative procedures and business processes to facilitate system functionality


* Ensures that application systems master files and code tables are maintained in accordance with best practices.


* Ensure that new systems or modifications comply with data governance policies


* Ensure compatibility and interoperability of in-house computing systems as needed for Brooks requirements.

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* Review and analyze the effectiveness and efficiency of existing systems and develop strategies for improving or further leveraging these systems.


* Research and analyze reported system problems and initiate appropriate action and documentation.


* Submit completed requests for system enhancements with documentation to vendor when appropriate.


* Coordinate and test the implementation of new releases, software packages and fixes with user departments­ using a controlled test environment.


* Develop alternative procedures to facilitate system functionality and educate the user on same.


* Coordinate system changes or requests to meet deadlines to insure compliance for auditors and federal & state regulatory requirements.


* Complete estimates and work plans independently as appropriate for design, development, implementation and rollout tasks.­­


* Communicate effective updates and work plans as needed.


* Design & develop reports as requested.


* Maintain a record of software incidents for use in analysis and interaction with the vendor.


* Utilize software tools to analyze, design and develop clinical systems and databases.


* Function as a liaison between the user departments, clinics, management, and external customers as well as vendor support to ensure adequate understanding by all parties.


* Respond to system malfunctions after normal working hours as needed.


* Educate super users on system functionality and enhancements as needed.


* Participate in self-instruction methods, in-house training and outside training opportunities as available.


* May perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:          


* Bachelor’s Degree that emphasizes math, business or computer science with 4 years system support and analysis, or Associates Degree in Computer science with 4 years health-care systems experience, or 6 years health-care systems experience.


* Thorough knowl...