Epic Interface Engineer II

Job Posting Title:

Epic Interface Engineer II

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Hiring Department:

Dell Medical School

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

40

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FLSA Status:

Exempt

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Earliest Start Date:

Immediately

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue

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Location:

AUSTIN, TX

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Job Details:

Purpose

The Epic Interface Analyst II is responsible for the development, implementation, and maintenance of conversion and real-time interfaces between Epic Systems and other healthcare applications, specifically with Epic Bridges. Reporting to the Manager of Integrations, this role collaborates closely with clinical staff, IT teams, and external vendors to ensure seamless data integration and workflow optimization. Key responsibilities include analyzing business requirements, designing interface solutions, building interfaces, and troubleshooting issues.

Responsibilities

Interface Development and Maintenance

• Designs and develops HL7 real-time and interfaces between Epic and other systems.

• Tests and validates interface functionality.

• Troubleshoots and resolves interface-related issues.

Business Requirements Analysis

• Gathers and documents business requirements.

• Translates requirements into technical specifications.

• Collaborates with stakeholders to refine requirements.

System Upgrades and Validation

• Assists with software upgrades and patches.

• Conducts end-to-end testing of interfaces.

• Develops and executes test plans.

User Support and Training

• Provides technical support to end-users.

• Conducts training sessions on interface usage.

• Develops user manuals and documentation.

Project Management

• Manages interface-related projects.

• Coordinates with cross-functional teams.

• Tracks project progress and reports status.

Marginal or Periodic Functions

System Upgrades

• Assists with software upgrades and patches.

• Tests new functionality and features.

Vendor Coordination

• Liaises with vendors for interface-related issues.

• Coordinates vendor support and maintenance.

Data Analysis

• Analyzes data flow and integration points.

• Recommends improvements to data processes.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Technical Learning

• Skilled: Quickly learns new technical skills and knowledge.

• Effective Behaviors:

• Adapts to new software updates.

• Troubleshoots complex technical issues.

• Implements new technologies efficiently.

Problem Solving

• Skilled: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner.

• Effective Behaviors:

• Diagnoses interface issues accurately.

• Develops effective solutions.

• Collaborates with teams to resolve problems.

Customer Focus

• Skilled: Understands and meets the needs of customers.

• Effective Behaviors:

• Provides excellent user support.

• Tailors solutions to user requirements.

• Maintains positive relationships with stakeholders.

Project Management

• Skilled: Manages projects effectively.

• Effective Behaviors:

• Plans and organizes project tasks.

• Monitors project timelines.

• Communicates project status clearly.

Collaboration

• Skilled: Works well with others to achieve goals.

• Effective Behaviors:

• Engages with cross-functional teams.

• Shares knowledge and resources.

• Supports team members

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

• 4 years of experience developing interfaces.

• 2 years of experience developing interfaces for an Epic environment.

• 2 years of experience with Epic Bridges.

• Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

• 6 years of relevant experience in interface development and healthcare IT.

• ITIL Foundation certification

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• Required: Epic certification in Interface Development.

• Preferred: Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Salary Range

$90,000 + depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

• Standard office equipment

• Repetitive use of a keyboard

Required Materials

• Resume/CV

• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor

• Letter of interest

Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded.  Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.

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Employment Eligibility:

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

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Retirement Plan Eligibility:

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

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Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

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Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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Pay Transparency:

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

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Employment Eligibility Verification:

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form.  You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States.  Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment.  Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

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E-Verify:

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

• E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

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Compliance:

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.