Analyzes vendor and user specifications, and develops reports or data files, within the organization. Work includes conceiving, designing and maintaining reports or data files to meet requirements by translating vendor or user specifications.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES(*Essential Functions)

1. Analyzes vendor or user specifications and develops data files and reporting solutions to meet those requirements.


2. Reviews report with requester to validate data.


3. Works with Epic technical support personnel to ensure the clarity database is continuously reliable, available, and functions as required.


4. Ensures that routine data feeds to other systems, government agencies, and outside vendors are extracted and delivered on a timely basis.


5. Use Business Objects software to automate reports and data routing to appropriate entities and users.


6. Reviews Epic upgrade notes and makes sure appropriate modifications are made to the clarity tables, reports, and data files as needed.


7. Works effectively with customers to learn specific design requirements.


8. Ensures appropriate documentation is entered, updated, and maintained in the organization's ticketing system for all report requests.


9. Writes, corrects and makes modifications to existing reports and data files, based on user requirements/specifications.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS(Minimum Requirements)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Must be highly motivated and exhibit the interpersonal skills necessary to achieve results through coordinating efforts with others in a collaborative manner.
• Team player and �can-do� attitude.
• Must have the ability to use cognitive reasoning to analyze, diagnose, and resolve problems.
• Attention to detail, without losing focus on the overall objective and goal.
• Must be highly organized and analytical.
• Excellent troubleshooting and resolution skills.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Must be able to work independently/minimal supervision to solve problems.
• Must be able to deal with stressful situations effectively.
• Must be able to establish and maintain positive relationships with co-workers and end-users.
• Must achieve at least one Epic Clarity Data Model within 6 months of hire.
• Must maintain Epic Certifications.

EDUCATION

• Associates Computer Science Preferred
• Associates Information Technology Preferred
• Experience with Crystal Reports, SQL or Business Objects Software is preferred.
• Experience with Epic Clarity Module is preferred.
• 2 Information Technology Preferred

STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR
Meets the Standards of Behavior as outlined in Personnel Policy and Procedure #1, Employee Relations Code.

CONFIDENTIALITY/HIPAA/CORPORATE COMPLIANCE
Demonstrates knowledge of procedures for protecting and maintaining security, confidentiality and integrity of employee, patient, family, organizational and other medical information. Understands and supports the commitment of Methodist Hospitals in adhering to federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations governing ethical business practices for healthcare providers.

DISCLAIMER - The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. The statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.