EHR Education Implementation Specialist

Position Summary

Provide EHR training to new end users, assist current users to optimize their EHR use and ensure that end users remain current on evolving functionality, provide educational support, and identify technical solutions, as needed. Key areas of responsibility include training (classroom/virtual/online); educational resource development; systems testing, and other duties as assigned.

• Learn a variety of course curricula to support classroom training.
• Develop and maintain resources, such as tip sheets, curriculum, exercise workbooks, videos/e Learnings and assessments.
• Coordinate and communicate with departments regarding existing class schedules, class registration processes, scheduling of special request classes and other training logistics considerations.

Position Responsibilities

• Assists with testing build for application software optimizations and upgrades in test environments and training environments.
• Assists with supporting end users who submit requests for Epic training support.
• Partners with lead instructors to define department processes, evaluate system functionality, identify modifications, and output needs.
• Verifies preliminary design and output to improve efficiencies and enhance patient safety.
• Assists with development of educational resources and/or assessment tools.
• Provides one-on-one training, group training or presentations.
• May present system upgrades to end users that impact workflow and application functionality.
• May create video training utilizing eLearning technologies to enhance the end user educational experience.
• Assists clerical and clinical staff in the use of the EHR software.
• May act as a credentialed or principal Epic certified trainer for multiple applications.
• May assist with education and support components of projects.
• May provide mentoring for staff and leadership in a specific area of expertise.
• Builds and fosters relationships between IT partners and operational customers.
• May be required to work on multiple responsibilities and projects simultaneously.
• May function as a liaison between the end users and IT staff.

Pay Grade: https://hr.uiowa.edu/pay/professional-and-scientific-compensation/professional-and-scientific-job-classifications-pay#accordion-item-15011-0

Salary: $47,380 to commensurate – 4A

The University of Iowa offers a generous benefits package, including 24 days of paid vacation per year to start and paid sick leave. Complete information regarding the full benefits package may be viewed at https://hr.uiowa.edu/benefits.

Percent of Time: 100%25

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8 am - 5 pm

Location: Hybrid - Hospital Support Services Building (HSSB)

Staff Type: Professional & Scientific

Type of Position: Regular

Education Requirement

• Bachelor’s degree in education, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Qualifications

• Experience (1-3 years) in application and/or technology support.
• Experience developing curriculum and educational resources.
• Experience providing focused training in large and small group settings.
• Experience communicating technical information to non-technical customers.
• Effective communication skills, both orally and in writing
• Experience working independently with a strong focus on customer service.
• Driver's License and ability to meet UI Fleet Safety Standards

Desired Qualifications

• Education credentials and adult classroom teaching.
• Working knowledge with Windows and Microsoft Office 365.
• Experience with Audio/Visual editing software (Camtasia, Articulate, etc.)
• Clinical, patient access or revenue experience or previous experience in a healthcare setting.
• Understanding of clinical, patient access or revenue workflows and processes to support patient care in a healthcare environment. Knowledge of the Epic EHR.

This position is eligible for a combination of on-campus (UI Health Care) and remote work. Remote work must be performed at an offsite location within the state of Iowa. Per policy, work arrangements will be reviewed annually and must comply with the remote work program and related policies and employee travel policy when working at a remote location. Work arrangement options will be discussed during the hiring process.

To be considered, applicants must upload a resume (under submission of relevant materials) that clearly addresses how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position. A cover letter is desired as part of the application process. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled at any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification.

This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.

For any additional questions, please contact Sara Arnold at Sara-Arnold@uiowa.edu