Senior Application Analyst-2

Description

Minimum Qualifications

Education : Associates degree and two (2) years experience or four (4) years experience in lieu of degree

Licenses / Certifications : (None)

Experience / Knowledge / Skills :

Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in a large, corporate systems development and implementation activities in a wide variety of Healthcare Management Information Systems (MIS) technical experience in system analysis, design, building, testing and implementation preferred

Experience in supporting complex problems

Experience assisting other analysts

Demonstrates pattern of growth in ability to lead others

Planning and organizational skills

Demonstrated record of good communication skills

Industry training and increasingly responsible experience with knowledge and skills in a large, complex corporate Information System

Strong knowledge application support, development tools and methodologies

Principal Accountabilities

Technical Administration

Responsible for providing technical knowledge in the support of software applications and various system environments.

Performs the analysis, design, building, testing, and implementing of computer programs and systems.

Demonstrates and applies information systems theory, processes and methodologies.

Reason : To effectively provide the technical skills required to successfully support system programs and applications that meet the technical requirements defined by MH.

Applies appropriate theories and procedures that meet the business objectives of the company.

Planning & Coordinating

Develops, prioritizes and executes projects according to established schedules and timeframes.

Maintains an effective level of coordination on all assigned projects.

Documents and reports on all plans, priorities and schedules.

Informs Manager on status of all projects and assignments in the form of weekly activity reports.

Reason : To ensure an effective method of planning and coordinating project management, as well as ensure that projects are completed according to set schedules, and reported to management on a regular basis.

Systems Development

Translates user systems needs into alternative technical solutions. Performs project reviews and process walkthroughs incorporating technical and business solutions that will enhance user productivity and department service levels.

Reason : To provide the technical skills required to successfully design, develop, deploy and maintain the technologies needed to satisfy user and applications strategies at a minimum cost and with maximum effectiveness.

Technical Standards

Acts as an advocate for setting and enforcing technical development, application support and information management standards within and outside of the information systems department.

Reason : To ensure that standards are established and followed consistently for the benefit of the company.

Application Support

Demonstrates in-depth knowledge and techniques in supporting Application Analysts and Senior Application Analysts in development projects and complex problem solving efforts.

Participates in after-hours technical support by rotating call schedule on a regular basis.

Reason : To provide resolution methods and alternatives to problems that can jeopardize the processes and workflow of MH’s systems. To provide technical solutions to critical issues.

Training

Prepares and conducts training sessions for staff.

Reason : To ensure staff is trained and knowledgeable in the use of computer programs and systems.

Customer Service

Provides effective Customer Service by being courteous, polite and friendly toward others at all times.

Acknowledges customers immediately in order to determine need and help the customer resolve issue or request.

Reason : Consistently display behavior that enhances the image of organization as evidenced by professional and courteous behavior toward all customers.

Other

Performs other duties and special projects as assigned by Manager or Team Lead.

Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.

Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory / continuing education, skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor, and resource to less experienced staff.

Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.

Other duties as assigned.