Job Details

Clinical Application Analysts

Position Number: 9971630
Location: Salt Lake City, United States
Position Type: Computing - Programming/Analyst

Clinical Application Analysts

Job Summary

Job Summary:
There is an immediate opening for a Clinical Application Analyst in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Utah Spencer F. Eccles School of Medicine. This role supports surgical departments practicing at Primary Children's Hospital, Primary Children's Hospital Lehi, and Primary Children's Outpatient Services locations.
The Clinical Application Analyst supports the planning, implementation, and optimization of electronic medical record (EMR) systems and related clinical applications. Working collaboratively with clinical stakeholders, operational leaders, and technical teams, the analyst evaluates workflows, gathers business requirements, and develops technology solutions that enhance clinical efficiency and support patient care objectives.
Responsibilities include workflow analysis, project planning and coordination, stakeholder engagement, process improvement, system implementation support, development of compliance and performance monitoring tools, user training, and ongoing operational support. The position works closely with DTS teams to ensure clinical applications and workflows are effectively designed, implemented, monitored, and sustained across supported specialties and clinics.
This position is posted at multiple job levels. Each level has distinct qualifications, responsibilities, which will be evaluated during the selection process. Final placement, including the associated pay rate, will be determined based on business needs and budget considerations.

Department Summary:
The Department of Pediatrics is the second largest department in the University of Utah School of Medicine and one of the largest pediatric departments in the country. We are committed to improving the lives of children through excellence in advocacy, education, research, and clinical care. For more information about the Department of Pediatrics, please visit: http://medicine.utah.edu/pediatrics/. Mutual respect and appreciation are highly valued in the department.
Benefits Summary:
The University of Utah offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

Excellent health care coverage at affordable rates (see the Summary Comparison for more information)
14.2% retirement contributions
Generous paid leave time
11 paid Holidays per year
50% tuition reduction for employees, spouses, and dependent children
Flex spending accounts
University provided basic employee life insurance coverage equal to a salary of up to $25,000
Variety of elective insurance coverage, including life insurance, short and long-term disability, accidental death & dismemberment, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and pet.
Free transit on most UTA services
Employee discounts on a variety of products and services, including cell phones & plans, entertainment, health and fitness, restaurants, retail, and travel
Professional development opportunities

Additional benefits information is available at https://benefits.utah.edu/.
Employee Health Requirements:
This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated vaccination requirements, or be approved for an exemption, prior to the first day of work. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

Responsibilities
Essential Functions:Plan, design, implement, maintain, and provide ongoing optimization and support for Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system and other related clinical applications. Perform workflow assessments, capture business needs, and analyze internal systems to determine functional requirements. Possess in-depth clinical and application knowledge and experience. Work within cross-functional team and with end-users to achieve application integration to meet clinical needs. Perform builds, upgrades, and system enhancements as needed. Support applications through all phases of implementation. Deliver post-implementation training, support, troubleshooting, and maintenance.

Develops process workflows within the electronic medical record and educates support teams for success
Develops data to monitor compliance post-project to ensure progress is sustained
Works with DTS teams to build and deploy effective technical solutions to clinical problems and opportunities
Develops project scopes and objectives involving all relevant stakeholders and ensures technical feasibility.
Creates a detailed work plan which identifies and sequences the activities needed to successfully complete the project.
Determines the resources required to complete the project
Networks with supported specialties and clinics to identify key stakeholders for communication and development.
Executes the project according to the project plan.
Monitors the progress of the project and adjusts as necessary.

The following job levels and associated pay rates will be considered based on job placement. Final placement, including the corresponding pay rate, will be determined by the department in alignment with business needs and budget considerations.

Clinical Application Analysts, IRequires basic skill set and proficiency. Conducts work assignments as directed. Closely supervised with little latitude for independent judgment.Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) with up to 2 years of directly related work experience or a master's (or equivalency) degree.This is an Entry-Level position in the General Professional track.
Clinical Application Analysts, IIRequires moderate skill set and proficiency in discipline. Conducts work assignments of increasing complexity, under moderate supervision with some latitude for independent judgment.Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.This is a Developing-Level position in the General Professional track.
Disclaimer:This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Minimum Qualifications
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).
Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:
Clinical Application Analyst, I: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) with up to 2 years of directly related work experience or a master's (or equivalency) degree. Clinical Application Analyst, II: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.

Preferences
Preferences:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Familiarity with University or Intermountain clinical operations (scheduling, health information management, template build, MA support, and/or front desk).
Experience with Epic.

The Department will screen applicants according to the identified preferences.

Special Instructions

Requisition Number: PRN46768B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary: Monday -- Friday, 8:00 a.m. -- 4:30 p.m. Hours may vary based on operational needs. Opportunities for a hybrid telework schedule may be considered after the initial training period, provided the arrangement is supported by operational needs and individual performance. Telework arrangements are not guaranteed and may be modified or discontinued at any time based on business requirements or performance. Employees approved for hybrid telework must provide their own private workspace, secure internet connection, and demonstrate the ability to work independently.
Department: 00848 - Pediatric Administration
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: $51,242 to $65,000
Close Date: 02/13/2027
Open Until Filled:

To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/212006