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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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Get Access To All JobsWHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!
JOB SUMMARY
Provides technical or operational support of information systems for client community and aides in development of systems capabilities in light of user needs. Coordinates and develops more efficient operational processing controls and functional enhancements. Experience in Phoenix Transplant, EpicCare Ambulatory, EpicCare Inpatient or EpicCare Inpatient Orders experience is highly desirable or a Certification in any other Epic Clinical Application will be considered. This position will function as a primary analyst for the Transplant and Disease Management clinics, Respiratory Therapy, Surgical Specialty, ICU and Med Surg units at Clements University Hospital, and other departments as assigned. The analyst will be expected to service, in a backup capacity any other departments/clinics supported by Epic EMR Team A (including Cardiology, Pulmonary, and Med/Surg units). The analyst will be expected to support/service, in a secondary or backup capacity any expansion to our service line programs, any new requests for UTSW satellite departments planned for the metroplex.
BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
- PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
- 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
- Paid Time Off, available day one
- Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
- Paid Parental Leave Benefit
- Wellness programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Required
Education
Bachelor's Degree in business administration, computer science, information systems, or related field.
Experience
3 years progressively responsible business systems and/or Information Technology project experience, with exposure to systems or project development and testing, installation, and training.
Applicants without the stated degree, but with significant additional Information Technology systems and project experience, may be considered.
JOB DUTIES
- Collects and interprets specifications required to develop new, and revise existing, software applications.
- Assists managers with development and implementation of operational plans for new and existing business applications, including preparation of user specifications.
- Coordinates testing of new applications and changes to existing applications to ensure integrity and quality of data while providing and/or assisting in training of system users.
- Compiles complete, concise, and comprehensive policies and operation procedures to assist in communicating Information Resources issues to applicable management staff.
- Assists in development of new administrative procedures required, utilizing new functionality resulting from system changes.
- Assists in developing and implementing business Information Resources strategies to improve operational processing and productivity.
- Responsible for monitoring development of specifications and establishing priorities for accomplishing design and testing of various projects.
- Reviews, develops, recommends, and implements activities related to assigned activity, program, or function.
- Maintains and tracks accounts assigned to projects or programs.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT
Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.
EEO
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!
JOB SUMMARY
Provides technical or operational support of information systems for client community and aides in development of systems capabilities in light of user needs. Coordinates and develops more efficient operational processing controls and functional enhancements. Experience in Phoenix Transplant, EpicCare Ambulatory, EpicCare Inpatient or EpicCare Inpatient Orders experience is highly desirable or a Certification in any other Epic Clinical Application will be considered. This position will function as a primary analyst for the Transplant and Disease Management clinics, Respiratory Therapy, Surgical Specialty, ICU and Med Surg units at Clements University Hospital, and other departments as assigned. The analyst will be expected to service, in a backup capacity any other departments/clinics supported by Epic EMR Team A (including Cardiology, Pulmonary, and Med/Surg units). The analyst will be expected to support/service, in a secondary or backup capacity any expansion to our service line programs, any new requests for UTSW satellite departments planned for the metroplex.
BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
- PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
- 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
- Paid Time Off, available day one
- Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
- Paid Parental Leave Benefit
- Wellness programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Required
Education
Bachelor's Degree in business administration, computer science, information systems, or related field.
Experience
3 years progressively responsible business systems and/or Information Technology project experience, with exposure to systems or project development and testing, installation, and training.
Applicants without the stated degree, but with significant additional Information Technology systems and project experience, may be considered.
JOB DUTIES
- Collects and interprets specifications required to develop new, and revise existing, software applications.
- Assists managers with development and implementation of operational plans for new and existing business applications, including preparation of user specifications.
- Coordinates testing of new applications and changes to existing applications to ensure integrity and quality of data while providing and/or assisting in training of system users.
- Compiles complete, concise, and comprehensive policies and operation procedures to assist in communicating Information Resources issues to applicable management staff.
- Assists in development of new administrative procedures required, utilizing new functionality resulting from system changes.
- Assists in developing and implementing business Information Resources strategies to improve operational processing and productivity.
- Responsible for monitoring development of specifications and establishing priorities for accomplishing design and testing of various projects.
- Reviews, develops, recommends, and implements activities related to assigned activity, program, or function.
- Maintains and tracks accounts assigned to projects or programs.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT
Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.
EEO
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
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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.
Time your extension request before OPT expiration
File your STEM OPT extension request with USCIS at least 90 days before your initial 12-month OPT end date. A timely filing triggers automatic cap-gap protection, keeping you authorized to work while USCIS processes the I-765.
Frequently 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 visa 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.