Application Analyst II - Pharmacy
UHS
Summary
The Application Analyst II-Pharmacy will work as a member of the Pharmacy IS application team, supporting the implementation of UHS Pharmacy and Pharmacy related applications to ensure high availability and performance in a 25 plus Acute Care Hospital environment. Focuses on learning and understanding the People, Process, and Technology used within the acute and ambulatory service locations to assist with data integration activities across systems and applications.
Job description
Key Responsibilities
- Monitors the resolution of maintenance or enhancement issues assigned by the UHS Customer Support Cerner.
- Implements modifications to existing systems or applications that will effectively accomplish desired objectives.
- Provides assistance in conversion activities including technical and end user support, application troubleshooting and configuration.
- Meets deadlines and ensures continued progress toward assignment completion while sharing experiences with other members of the team.
- Demonstrates understanding and develops build experience including Pharmacy Formulary (Stacking, Flexing, Virtual View, IV Sets, Compounds), Batch Reports (Downtime MAR, Stop Order Reports), Fill Batches (creating and resetting fill batches), and Med Stations (setup and advance dispense routing).
- Demonstrates front end application experience.
- Adheres to UHS FIPS Change Control and Integration process.
- Adheres to UHS Service Level Policies.
- Researches and resolves Customer Support Center Tickets including major application upgrades.
- Provides on-call support as scheduled.
- Participates in bi-weekly EDT Meetings and Rx/CPOE meetings.
- Establishes and maintains regular communications with user community.
Position Requirements
- Three to Five years of progressively more responsible Information Systems experience with Pharmacy Systems, preferably Cerner.
- 2 years of completed college coursework towards a Bachelor's degree or Associate's degree required.
- Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Working knowledge of system application implementation, enhancement and support methods and practices.
- Basic knowledge of Pharmacy and related computer systems such as Med Distribution and Order Management Systems (ie. Pyxis and Pyxis Connect), analysis and programming techniques and procedures.
- Basic knowledge of IS standards and quality methods and metrics.
- Excellent written and verbal skills.
- Ability to adapt to a fast pace healthcare environment.
- Analytical problem solving skills.
- Ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
- Preferred Certifications: Cerner Millennium certifications: Millennium Fundamentals, PharmNet, PowerChart.
- Travel Requirements: 5 – 25% domestic US travel (depending on projects and Go Lives).
Requirements
- Three to Five years of progressively more responsible Information Systems experience with Pharmacy Systems, preferably Cerner
- 2 years of completed college coursework towards a Bachelor's degree or Associate's degree required
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- Working knowledge of system application implementation, enhancement and support methods and practices
- Basic knowledge of Pharmacy and related computer systems such as Med Distribution and Order Management Systems (ie. Pyxis and Pyxis Connect)
- Basic knowledge of IS standards and quality methods and metrics
- Excellent written and verbal skills
- Ability to adapt to a fast pace healthcare environment
- Analytical problem solving skills
- Ability to work in a collaborative team environment
- Preferred Certifications: Cerner Millennium certifications: Millennium Fundamentals, PharmNet, PowerChart
- Travel Requirements: 5 – 25% domestic US travel
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Prescription Drug Plan
- 401(k) Matching
- Paid Time Off
- Growth Opportunities
Company overview
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.