Epic Clinical Informatics Specialist

ORION GROUPS is a professional services firm based in McKinney, Texas that provides experienced consultants to key organizations across the United States. We focus our talent expertise in both the financial and healthcare industries. Our capabilities in technology include application management, enterprise software systems, data strategies, integration, and IT infrastructure. We work diligently to listen and provide value to your unique needs. www.OrionGRPS.com

OVERVIEW

At Orion, we are seeking an Epic Clinical Informatics Specialist to facilitate and support the integration of people, processes, clinical information, and technology across inpatient and ambulatory settings.

OPPORTUNITY

6-month contract with extension; Fully Remote (U.S. -- All Time Zones)

SALARY

$115,000 -- $130,000 W2 contract plus benefits

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Bridge the gap between clinicians, operational teams, and IT to align technology with clinical workflows, policies, and strategic organizational goals.
• Lead and execute basic to moderately complex projects, managing resources, resolving sensitive issues, and regularly updating leadership.
• Map, analyze, and continuously improve business and clinical workflows to enhance system efficiency, usability, and service delivery.
• Lead workgroups and recruit clinicians for design sessions, system validation, and future technology needs assessment.
• Conduct needs analyses and provide expert recommendations to leadership regarding new processes, system enhancements, and tool solutions.
• Establish daily priorities for assigned workgroups and provide hands-on guidance for non-routine or escalated issues.
• Participate in developing organizational policies and ensure strict compliance with healthcare laws, regulations, and system standards.
• Create test scenarios, lead user acceptance testing (UAT), and develop/deliver training materials to ensure high end-user adoption.

KEY EXPERIENCE

• Experience working with Electronic Medical Records (EMR), including data navigation and interpretation
• Hands-on experience with Epic EHR systems
• Knowledge of clinical workflows in both ambulatory and acute care settings
• Understanding of healthcare data standards and code sets, including: SNOMED CT, LOINC, ICD-9/10, CPT/HCPCS, RxNorm, CVX
• Experience with Epic Signal and Gold Star reporting tools
• Clinical background or hands-on clinical experience
• Epic certifications and/or build/analyst experience strongly preferred
• Experience in clinical informatics, healthcare IT, or related field

EDUCATION

• Bachelor's degree in Clinical Informatics, Healthcare, Information Technology, or related field
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered

INTERVIEW PROCESS

• Quick turnaround: preliminary interview followed by team interview on phone and Google Meets.
• Typically, one round with the hiring manager, joined by the team (virtual interview), possibly two rounds if necessary.

Orion Groups is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [email protected]