Application Analyst III – Quality – REMOTE!

ITS Regulatory Application Analyst III - REMOTE!

SHIFT: Day: M-F, Days

JOB TYPE: Full-Time Permanent

We are seeking a highly experienced ITS Regulatory Application Analyst III to support regulatory compliance initiatives within a complex healthcare environment. This role plays a critical part in aligning technology systems with clinical workflows to meet federal, state, and local program requirements, ultimately driving both quality outcomes and organizational performance.

This position operates in a highly visible capacity, partnering with senior leadership, IT teams, and clinical stakeholders. The ideal candidate is both a regulatory subject matter expert and a versatile technology professional who thrives in a collaborative yet independent work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a regulatory expert, ensuring systems and workflows support compliance with assigned programs such as inpatient and outpatient quality reporting initiatives.
• Collaborate with clinical, operational, and IT teams to design and optimize EHR configurations that support quality and regulatory requirements.
• Lead and manage complex, cross-functional projects related to regulatory compliance and reporting.
• Evaluate clinical and business workflows to ensure alignment with evolving regulatory standards.
• Interpret and translate regulatory requirements into system build specifications and reporting logic.
• Analyze system updates and enhancements to determine necessary changes for compliance and reporting accuracy.
• Provide consultative guidance to internal stakeholders on regulatory impacts and system capabilities.
• Monitor and assess new and updated regulations, including rulemaking changes, and recommend appropriate actions.
• Create detailed documentation, including functional specifications and reporting requirements.
• Mentor and support junior analysts, promoting best practices and knowledge sharing.
• Maintain required system certifications and pursue additional credentials as needed.

Qualifications

• Education - Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Certifications

• Minimum of one Epic clinical application certification (inpatient or ambulatory required).
• EpicCare Inpatient Clinical Documentation strongly preferred.
• Epic Reporting Workbench certification is a plus.
• Willingness to obtain additional certifications as required.

Experience

• At least 7 years of experience within a healthcare setting.
• Minimum of 5 years in an information systems role such as a senior analyst or project manager.
• Experience supporting regulatory or clinical quality initiatives, ideally within a large or academic medical center.

Knowledge & Skills

• Familiarity with regulatory programs such as inpatient and outpatient quality reporting initiatives (e.g., IQR, OQR, IPFQR, CQI programs).
• Strong project management capabilities, with a track record of leading large, interdisciplinary initiatives.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage complex data and systems.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across diverse teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presenting to leadership audiences.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Understanding of change management and system governance processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools such as Excel, Visio, and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of clinical quality measures and reporting methodologies is preferred.

Required Qualifications (Must-Haves).

• Active Epic clinical application certification (inpatient or ambulatory)
• 7+ years of healthcare industry experience.
• 5+ years of experience in a senior analyst, systems analyst, or project management role.

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