Complete Description:
Provides advanced Epic EHR support across 13 facilities. Fully remote, 1st shift (7AM-3:30PM EST). Resolves technical issues, manages access, and supports users; includes weekends and holidays to ensure reliable patient-care systems.
The EHR Helpdesk Analyst provides advanced technical support for the Epic electronic health record (EHR) system and related clinical applications across 13 state-operated behavioral healthcare facilities. This role provides technical support to clinical and administrative staff, ensuring timely and accurate resolution of IT issues while promoting system reliability and end-user satisfaction. Working as part of the centralized IT Helpdesk, the Analyst ensures prompt and effective resolution of Epic and non-Epic related issues and contributes to the stability and usability of the system in support of high-quality patient care.
Fully remote, 1st shift (7AM-3:30PM EST). Resolves technical issues, manages access, and supports users; may work weekends and holidays to ensure reliable patient-care systems.
Key Responsibilities
• Provide support for Epic applications, workflows, access, printing, and integration issues.
• Serve as the initial point of contact for IT support issues related to Epic EHR and other healthcare IT systems.
• Troubleshoot complex application, account, and workflow issues related to Epic and other clinical systems.
• Provide basic remote desktop support for computers, printers, mobile devices, and peripherals across all facilities.
• Assist users with account provisioning, password resets, Epic access requests, and basic application troubleshooting.
• Monitor ServiceNow queues and manage incident resolution in accordance with service level agreements (SLAs).
• Assist with Epic user account provisioning, role changes, template assignments, and security access requests.
• Participate in go-live support and system upgrade events, including Technical Dress Rehearsals (TDRs).
• Collaborate with clinical informatics, application analysts, and technical teams to ensure coordinated support.
• Maintain documentation, knowledge base articles, and standard operating procedures.
• Deliver informal user training and guidance on proper Epic use and common troubleshooting techniques.
• Support change management and scheduled downtime communications as needed.
• Ensure adherence to HIPAA, security, and IT governance policies in all technical activities.
• Escalate critical issues and downtime events according to established protocols.
Required / Desired Skills
• Minimum of 2 years providing Epic technical support in a healthcare or clinical environment. (Required)
• Proficient with ServiceNow or other enterprise ticketing systems. (Required)
• In-depth understanding of EHR platforms (e.g., Epic, Cerner, Allscripts). (Required)
• Epic certification in one or more modules (e.g., EpicCare, Ambulatory, Security, or Service Desk). (Highly desired)
• Experience supporting Epic applications (e.g., Ambulatory, Inpatient, ASAP, or HIM). (Highly desired)