OPT Epic Systems Analyst Jobs
Epic Systems Analyst jobs are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with backgrounds in health informatics, computer science, or a related technical field. Most roles qualify as STEM OPT extensions, giving you up to three years of work authorization. Employers in this space regularly hire OPT candidates with Epic certification or hands-on implementation experience.
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ENTERPRISE DIGITAL SERVICES, Melville, NY
Requisition: 202936
Profession: Information Technology and Services
Specialty: Epic Applications
Full Time, Days, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM
Salary Range: $85090.00-$147220.00/year
HIGHLY PREFERRED:
- Epic Security certified
JOB DESCRIPTION
Implements, maintains, and supports Epic EHR applications, focusing on specific modules. Independently analyzes and resolves moderately complex issues, leveraging established guidelines and experience to configure and optimize the Epic system. Actively contributes to process design and collaborates with stakeholders to ensure technical solutions meet business needs.
JOB RESPONSIBILITY
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Implements and provides ongoing support for specific Epic IT solutions, ensuring seamless operation and optimal functionality.
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Analyzes and documents complex use cases and workflows, making independent decisions on optimal technical approaches and system configuration.
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Configures, tests, installs, and maintains Epic applications, translating functional requirements into system build.
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Troubleshoots and resolves moderately complex application-related issues, applying established guidelines and prior experience.
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Collaborates with various internal stakeholders, including clinicians, administrators, and IT teams, to gather requirements, analyze workflows, and design solutions, ensuring Epic application specifications meet business needs, support process design initiatives, and promote effective system utilization.
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Participates in the testing and validation of system upgrades and supports ongoing system optimization efforts.
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Conducts thorough testing of system changes to guarantee seamless integration and minimal disruption to daily operations.
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Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned here, but considered related, are not essential functions.
JOB QUALIFICATION
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Bachelor’s Degree required, or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
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One to three (1-3) years of relevant experience, required.
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Epic certification, required.
ADDITIONAL SALARY DETAIL
The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member’s base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).
The salary range for this position is $85090.00-$147220.00/year.
Salary ranges shown on third-party job sites may not accurately reflect ranges provided by Northwell Health. Candidates should check Northwell Health Careers for accurate information and discuss salary/hourly details and our comprehensive benefits with a recruiter, if selected for an interview.
INTRODUCTION
ENTERPRISE DIGITAL SERVICES, Melville, NY
Requisition: 202936
Profession: Information Technology and Services
Specialty: Epic Applications
Full Time, Days, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM
Salary Range: $85090.00-$147220.00/year
HIGHLY PREFERRED:
- Epic Security certified
JOB DESCRIPTION
Implements, maintains, and supports Epic EHR applications, focusing on specific modules. Independently analyzes and resolves moderately complex issues, leveraging established guidelines and experience to configure and optimize the Epic system. Actively contributes to process design and collaborates with stakeholders to ensure technical solutions meet business needs.
JOB RESPONSIBILITY
-
Implements and provides ongoing support for specific Epic IT solutions, ensuring seamless operation and optimal functionality.
-
Analyzes and documents complex use cases and workflows, making independent decisions on optimal technical approaches and system configuration.
-
Configures, tests, installs, and maintains Epic applications, translating functional requirements into system build.
-
Troubleshoots and resolves moderately complex application-related issues, applying established guidelines and prior experience.
-
Collaborates with various internal stakeholders, including clinicians, administrators, and IT teams, to gather requirements, analyze workflows, and design solutions, ensuring Epic application specifications meet business needs, support process design initiatives, and promote effective system utilization.
-
Participates in the testing and validation of system upgrades and supports ongoing system optimization efforts.
-
Conducts thorough testing of system changes to guarantee seamless integration and minimal disruption to daily operations.
-
Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned here, but considered related, are not essential functions.
JOB QUALIFICATION
-
Bachelor’s Degree required, or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
-
One to three (1-3) years of relevant experience, required.
-
Epic certification, required.
ADDITIONAL SALARY DETAIL
The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member’s base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).
The salary range for this position is $85090.00-$147220.00/year.
Salary ranges shown on third-party job sites may not accurately reflect ranges provided by Northwell Health. Candidates should check Northwell Health Careers for accurate information and discuss salary/hourly details and our comprehensive benefits with a recruiter, if selected for an interview.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an Epic Systems Analyst
Get Epic certified before you apply
Epic certification in a module like Ambulatory, Inpatient, or Resolute significantly strengthens your application. Employers treat it as a proxy for job readiness, and many hiring managers won't move forward without at least one active certification on your resume.
Target health systems, not just consulting firms
Large hospital networks and integrated health systems often have dedicated Epic teams and more predictable hiring timelines. They're also more experienced with OPT work authorization than smaller consulting shops, reducing friction during the offer and onboarding process.
Highlight STEM OPT eligibility early in your outreach
Health informatics, computer science, and information systems degrees typically qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Mentioning this upfront reassures hiring managers that your work authorization window is long enough to justify training and Epic certification investment.
Emphasize implementation project experience, not just coursework
Employers want analysts who've worked through a go-live or upgrade cycle. If you've done an Epic implementation project in a practicum, internship, or academic setting, describe the scope, your role, and the outcomes. That specificity converts interest into interviews.
Research which Epic modules the employer uses before applying
Epic has dozens of modules, and employers hire for specific ones. Reviewing a hospital's service lines before applying helps you tailor your application to the right module and signals genuine interest, which matters more than a generic systems analyst background.
Connect with Epic alumni networks at your university
Many universities with health informatics programs have alumni placed at Epic client organizations. A warm introduction from a former student often moves your application faster than cold outreach, particularly at health systems where internal referrals carry significant weight in hiring decisions.
Epic Systems Analyst OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Epic Systems Analyst jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Most do, depending on your degree. If your F-1 program is in computer science, health informatics, information systems, or a related STEM field, Epic Systems Analyst roles typically qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. The role must be directly related to your degree field, so document that connection clearly in your training plan.
Do employers in healthcare IT commonly sponsor OPT students for Epic roles?
Yes, particularly large health systems and Epic implementation consulting firms. These organizations invest heavily in Epic training and certification, so they're motivated to hire candidates they can develop over a multi-year period. OPT students with STEM extension eligibility are especially attractive because the authorization window aligns with the typical ramp-up timeline for an Epic analyst.
Is Epic certification required to get an OPT job as an Epic Systems Analyst?
Not always required, but it's a significant advantage. Some employers will hire candidates without certification and sponsor the training themselves. Others, especially consulting firms with billable client work, expect at least one module certification before your start date. Check the job description carefully and prioritize roles that list certification as preferred rather than required if you're still building your credentials.
Where can I find Epic Systems Analyst jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT and international students, so every listing on the platform is filtered for visa sponsorship compatibility. Searching for Epic Systems Analyst roles on Migrate Mate saves time compared to filtering through general job boards where OPT eligibility is rarely disclosed upfront.
What should I include in my OPT training plan for an Epic Systems Analyst role?
Your training plan should map your daily responsibilities to your degree field. For a health informatics or computer science graduate, include system configuration, clinical workflow analysis, user training, and data validation as core activities. Be specific about the Epic modules involved. A well-documented training plan strengthens your STEM OPT application and gives your employer a clear framework for your role.