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Epic Applications Analyst roles qualify for STEM OPT because the work directly applies health informatics, computer science, or information systems degrees. Your 24-month STEM OPT extension is available once your employer enrolls in E-Verify and your DSO updates your I-20, giving you up to 36 months total to build your Epic career in the U.S.
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INTRODUCTION
The Senior Epic Application Analyst is responsible for the implementation, configuration, maintenance, and support of Epic applications within a healthcare setting. They collaborate with cross-functional teams, including clinicians, IT professionals, and other stakeholders, to ensure the seamless integration and functionality of Epic applications. This role involves a deep understanding of Epic Systems' healthcare software and the ability to manage projects independently.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Included all job functions from Epic Application Analyst III
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Epic Implementation and Configuration:
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Lead and participate in the implementation and configuration of Epic applications based on organizational needs and requirements.
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Collaborate with project teams to ensure successful integration and deployment of Epic modules.
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Project Management and Team Mentoring:
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Provide regular updates to managers on project statuses, issues, and risks.
- Collaborate with IT leadership to align Epic initiatives with the organization's overall IT strategy.
- Ensure your mentee has a thorough understanding of the Epic applications they are working on. This includes proficiency in Epic modules relevant to their role.
- Help your mentee develop strong analytical skills to identify and solve complex issues within the Epic environment.
- Share your experiences in troubleshooting and provide guidance on effective problem-solving strategies.
- Guide your mentee in project management aspects related to Epic implementations, upgrades, and optimizations.
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Share insights into managing timelines, resources, and expectations within the context of Epic projects.
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Troubleshooting and Issue Resolution:
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Investigate and resolve complex issues related to Epic applications, ensuring minimal impact on daily operations.
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Collaborate with technical support and vendors when necessary to resolve escalated issues.
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Quality Assurance:
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Perform quality assurance checks on Epic configurations to ensure accuracy and compliance with industry standards and best practices.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- BA/BS required with a minimum of 2-3 years of experience or 5 years of relevant work experience in healthcare may be substituted.
- Epic certification in one or more relevant modules (e.g., EpicCare Ambulatory, Prelude, Cadence).
- 2+ years of experience working with Epic applications, with a focus on implementation, optimization, and support.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Project management experience and ability to work on multiple initiatives simultaneously.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Ability to work on rotational after hours and Saturdays as needed.
- Knowledge of Agile methodology (JIRA) ticketing system (preferred).
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Knowledge of healthcare industry regulations and best practices.
LANGUAGE:
- Ability to read and write English fluently is required.
- Fluency in other languages is an asset.
STATUS:
- This is a FLSA Exempt position.
- This is not an OSHA high-risk position.
- This is a Full Time position.
NEMS is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer welcoming diversity in our workforce. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
NEMS BENEFITS: Competitive benefits, including free medical, dental and vision insurance for employee, spouse and/or children; and company contribution to 401(k).
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as an Epic Applications Analyst
Verify your CIP code matches health informatics
Not every IT or business degree qualifies for STEM OPT. Check that your program's CIP code falls under an approved STEM category, health informatics (51.27), computer science (11), or information systems (52.12), before targeting Epic Analyst roles.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify to sponsor your STEM OPT extension. Ask the hiring manager or HR directly before your final interview, not after you sign. Health systems and Epic implementation partners vary in enrollment status.
Target Epic-certified implementation partners early
Epic's certified consulting partners handle go-lives and upgrades across hundreds of health systems and hire analysts year-round. These firms tend to have established STEM OPT onboarding processes because of their high volume of international technical hires.
Build your I-983 training plan around Epic modules
Your I-983 must connect your daily Epic Analyst work to your STEM degree. Document specific technical tasks like build configuration, workflow analysis, or interface testing, and map them to learning objectives from your program's curriculum before your DSO submits the plan.
Use Migrate Mate to identify E-Verify employers hiring analysts
Search Epic Applications Analyst roles on Migrate Mate to filter for employers already enrolled in E-Verify. This cuts the research time you'd otherwise spend manually cross-referencing job postings with E-Verify's employer search database.
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Find Epic Applications Analyst JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does an Epic Applications Analyst role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your degree is in a STEM-designated field such as health informatics, computer science, information systems, or biomedical engineering. The role must directly apply that degree's technical content. Your DSO will confirm your program's CIP code qualifies before updating your I-20 for the extension. Roles focused purely on training or project management without a technical build component may face closer scrutiny.
What E-Verify requirement applies to my STEM OPT employer?
Your employer must be actively enrolled in E-Verify for your STEM OPT extension to be valid. This applies to the specific legal entity that employs you, not just the parent company or a related subsidiary. Verify enrollment directly with HR before accepting an offer. If the employer is not enrolled, your DSO cannot approve the I-983 training plan and your extension cannot proceed.
What should my I-983 training plan include for an Epic Analyst position?
Your I-983 must describe how your day-to-day Epic work applies your STEM degree. Include specific activities such as application build, workflow configuration, go-live support, or data validation, and tie each to a learning goal from your academic program. Both you and your supervisor sign the plan, and your DSO must approve it before USCIS processes your I-765 extension application.
How does cap-gap protection work if I transition from STEM OPT to H-1B?
If your employer files an H-1B petition on your behalf before your STEM OPT expires and USCIS selects it in the lottery, cap-gap protection automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year. You can continue working as an Epic Analyst during this period without interruption. USCIS must receive the petition before your STEM OPT end date for cap-gap to apply.
Where can I find Epic Applications Analyst jobs that support STEM OPT students?
Migrate Mate lists Epic Applications Analyst roles filtered for employers enrolled in E-Verify, which is the first practical requirement for any STEM OPT extension. Searching there saves you from applying to positions where the employer isn't set up to support your authorization. You can also check the O*NET occupation profile for this role to understand the technical skill requirements that strengthen your I-983 training plan.
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