STEM OPT Epic Systems Analyst Jobs
Epic Systems Analyst roles qualify for the STEM OPT extension when your degree falls under an eligible CIP code in computer science, information systems, or a related STEM field. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and the 24-month extension gives you up to 36 months total to build experience in Epic implementation, configuration, and clinical workflow optimization.
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Overview:
The position of Application Coordinator is responsible for the design, build, testing, validation, and ongoing support of clinical and/or revenue cycle applications. This position is responsible for obtaining the appropriate Epic certification and maintaining an in-depth knowledge of the software functionality and acquiring knowledge of the clinical or revenue cycle workflows to be implemented on the system. The Application Coordinator is responsible for being on-call periodically on a 24/7 basis to provide tier III level support of the Epic clinical and/or revenue cycle applications. This position is responsible for the implementation of configuration changes to the Epic system as approved by the appropriate committee. Jointly with each other and with the clinical/financial department representatives, they design a future-state workflow and build the system to support the new workflow. The Application Coordinators work with each other across interdisciplinary workgroups to accomplish these goals as a team. The Application Coordinator is a representative of the Information Services team and is responsible for establishing and maintaining critical business relationships with fellow Piedmont co-workers, physicians, and all others who use or interact with the Epic application suite.
Responsibilities:
- The position of Application Coordinator is responsible for the design, build, testing, validation, and ongoing support of clinical and/or revenue cycle applications.
- This position is responsible for obtaining the appropriate Epic certification and maintaining an in-depth knowledge of the software functionality and acquiring knowledge of the clinical or revenue cycle workflows to be implemented on the system.
- The Application Coordinator is responsible for being on-call periodically on a 24/7 basis to provide tier III level support of the Epic clinical and/or revenue cycle applications.
- This position is responsible for the implementation of configuration changes to the Epic system as approved by the appropriate committee.
- Jointly with each other and with the clinical/financial department representatives, they design a future-state workflow and build the system to support the new workflow.
- The Application Coordinators work with each other across interdisciplinary workgroups to accomplish these goals as a team.
- The Application Coordinator is a representative of the Information Services team and is responsible for establishing and maintaining critical business relationships with fellow Piedmont co-workers, physicians, and all others who use or interact with the Epic application suite.
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor’s Degree or current clinical licensure in nursing, radiology, pharmacy, respiratory or related field is Required or
- In lieu of degree or clinical licensure, four (4) years of experience in business administration, information technology or science, healthcare or related field Required
Work Experience
- 3 years of healthcare or IT experience to include one (1) year of EMR (Electronic Medical Record) application experience Required or
- In lieu of degree or clinical licensure, seven (7) years of healthcare or IT experience to include one (1) year of EMR (Electronic Medical Record) application experience Required
- 1 year working directly with Epic applications in a clinical or IS field relevant to the position is Preferred
Licenses and Certifications
- Current Epic certification Required or
- Active Epic proficiency achieved with a score of 90 Required
Business Unit: Company Name: Piedmont Healthcare Corporate
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as an Epic Systems Analyst
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check that your degree's CIP code appears on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. Degrees in health informatics, computer science, or information systems typically qualify, but the exact code on your transcript determines eligibility, not the degree title.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Ask HR directly whether the organization is enrolled in E-Verify before you sign anything. Health systems and hospital networks often operate through subsidiary legal entities, so the specific employer of record must be enrolled, not just the parent organization.
Target Epic module specializations in your applications
Epic implementations are module-specific: Ambulatory, Inpatient, Beacon, Willow. Tailor your resume and application to the modules you've trained on or certified in, since hiring managers filter by module match, not just general Epic experience.
File your I-983 training plan before your OPT end date
Your DSO must submit the I-983 to activate the STEM OPT extension. Work with your employer to complete the training plan sections detailing your Epic analyst responsibilities, learning objectives, and supervision structure well before your initial OPT expires.
Use Migrate Mate to find E-Verify enrolled employers
Searching for STEM OPT-compatible Epic analyst roles means filtering for E-Verify enrolled health systems. Migrate Mate surfaces verified employer enrollment status so you're not chasing leads that can't legally hire you on the extension.
Use OFLC Wage Search to benchmark offers against prevailing wage
Epic analysts fall under SOC code 15-1211 (Computer Systems Analysts). Run the OFLC Wage Search for that code in your target metro before negotiating, since your employer's I-983 training plan must reflect bona fide employment at a competitive wage.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does my degree qualify me for the STEM OPT extension as an Epic Systems Analyst?
Your degree qualifies if its CIP code appears on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. Degrees in computer science, health informatics, information systems, and biomedical engineering are commonly eligible. The qualifying factor is your CIP code, not your job title. Check your transcript and compare it against the official DHS list, then confirm eligibility with your DSO before applying.
Does my Epic Systems Analyst employer need to be enrolled in E-Verify?
Yes. E-Verify enrollment is a hard requirement for STEM OPT extensions. The specific legal entity that employs you must be enrolled, not just the parent health system or hospital network. Before accepting an offer, ask HR to confirm the employer of record's E-Verify company ID. You can verify enrollment through the E-Verify employer search tool directly.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for an Epic Systems Analyst role?
The I-983 must describe how your Epic analyst responsibilities connect to your STEM degree, your specific learning objectives, how your employer will supervise and evaluate you, and how the role provides practical training in your field of study. Your manager and DSO both sign the form. Generic job descriptions don't satisfy USCIS requirements, so work with your employer to write objectives tied to your actual module assignments.
How does cap-gap protection work if my employer files an H-1B petition before my STEM OPT expires?
If your employer files an H-1B visa petition on your behalf before your STEM OPT end date and you're selected in the lottery, cap-gap automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year. You can continue working as an Epic analyst without interruption. USCIS issues a cap-gap extension automatically when the petition is accepted, and your DSO updates your I-20 to reflect the extended authorization.
Where can I find Epic Systems Analyst jobs where employers are set up to hire STEM OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for STEM OPT job seekers and surfaces roles at employers already enrolled in E-Verify, which is the core requirement for your extension. Filtering for Epic analyst roles on Migrate Mate removes the guesswork of checking each employer's E-Verify status manually, so you can focus your applications on organizations that can actually hire you.