Application Analyst III (Lawson Financial)

Facility: CHI National OfficeCategory: Information TechnologyStatus: FTJob Description
Functions as a team leader with advanced problem solving and implementation skills, and/or as a team member to implement, upgrade and support complex application systems.Ensures that all systems are fully tested before implementation into production.Documents and describes complex processes and procedures relating to current and future systems environments.Trains and educates users on system functionality and capability.Provides mentoring and training to junior application analyst staff in the areas of system analysis & design, specification development and documentation, end user training and CHI prescribed methodologies.Provides 24x7 level three application support on rotation as needed.1. Completes assigned tasks per defined project scope, timelines, and budgets for implementations. Works to prescribed methodologies for all project implementations. May work on multiple implementations at any given time2. Tracks issues and resolutions throughout process while adhering to prescribed escalation procedures.3. Participates in coordinating the transition from implementation to production and application support4. Develops training materials and trains users on system functionality.5. Develops complex reports, scripts and forms according to required specifications.6. Documents complex business and system processes and procedures through the use of industry standard process flow and flow charting techniques.7. Develops detailed interface and program specifications.8. Provides mentoring and training to junior application analyst staff.
REQUIREMENTS
Specific knowledge of finance and administrative functions required. Experience implementing and supporting one or more of the following Lawson financial modules (General Finance, including patient finance, HR/Payroll, and Supply Chain) required. Generalist position requires specific knowledge of finance and administrative business functions.Seven years experience working in an IT systems and applications environment in a large, multi-facility healthcare system required. Must have demonstrated knowledge and/or skills in the following areas: High degree of experience implementing and supporting and/or developing IT systems and applications Knowledge of system and application development Proven organizational skills and time management Advanced problem-solving ability Strong vendor negotiation skills Financial management skills Experience with Crystal development tools. Knowledge of industry standard practices in IT support function Ability to work on multiple projects at the same timeBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business, Clinical or related field. Ten years experience in an IT analyst role may be substituted for the above requirement.Benefits
Our emphasis on care of the body, mind and spirit is reflected in the array of benefits we offer to our employees and their families. Our employees can select benefits that suit and enhance their lifestyles