Epic Senior Systems Analyst, Interfaces/Bridges

Position SummaryJoin GW MFA and be part of a high-impact team supporting enterprise-wide integration for a leading academic medical organization. This role is ideal for an Epic Bridges-certified professional who thrives in complex environments and enjoys building, optimizing, and supporting critical HL7 interfaces that directly impact patient care and system performance.The Epic Senior Systems Analyst, Interfaces/Bridges is responsible for the design, development, implementation, and ongoing support of HL7 interfaces for the Epic EHR and third-party systems across the enterprise. This role ensures seamless, accurate, and secure data exchange between Epic and multiple ancillary systems.The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise in HL7 and interface development, along with the ability to understand operational workflows and translate business needs into effective system solutions. Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned.Develop and support HL7 interfaces for the Epic EHR and ancillary systemsDesign, build, test, and deploy interfaces using Epic Bridges and HL7 standardsMonitor and maintain interface performance, ensuring data integrity and timely message processingTroubleshoot and resolve interface errors, message failures, and data discrepanciesPerform HL7 message mapping, transformation, and validation (ADT, ORM, ORU, SIU, etc.)Review Epic release updates and implement required interface changesSupport interface engine maintenance, upgrades, and enhancementsCollaborate with internal teams and vendors to support integrations and resolve issuesMaintain accurate and up-to-date interface documentation and standard operating proceduresParticipate in system testing, including unit, integration, and user acceptance testingEnsure compliance with healthcare data standards, security, and interoperability requirementsMinimum Qualifications EducationAssociate’s degree or higher from an accredited institution, preferably in Information Technology, Healthcare Administration, or a related fieldLicenses/CertificationsEpic Bridges Certification ExperiencePrior professional experience developing and supporting interfaces within the Epic EHR environment and ancillary applicationsStrong experience with HL7 interface design, development, and supportProven experience building and maintaining HL7 message types (ADT, Orders, Results, Scheduling, etc.)Prior professional experience with Epic Bridges interface development and supportPrior professional experience with an integration engine such as InterSystems IRIS for HealthPrior professional experience with HL7 data mapping and transformationStrong troubleshooting and analytical skillsPhysical Requirements Walk, bend, twist, and reach above shoulder frequently in an office settingMust be able to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull up to 20 lbs. as part of the roleRegularly exposed to healthcare setting that may require personal protective equipmentRequires manual dexterity to operate computer keyboard, calculator, copier machine, and other equipmentAbout GW MFAMFA physicians provide comprehensive patient care, offering one practice for the whole person with 52 medical and surgical specialties. As members of the GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences faculty, MFA providers are teachers and mentors for medical students, residents, fellows, and researchers, preserving the rich tradition of academics, research, and healing. In addition to maintaining a closely integrated alliance with The George Washington University and The George Washington University Hospital (GWUH), which is separately owned and operated by Universal Health Services (UHS), the GW MFA has active referring relationships with 12 area hospitals.The GW MFA’s leading healthcare presence in the DC metro region is complemented by a network of community-based practices in DC, Maryland, and Virginia. Given its geographic location in central NW Washington, DC, and proximity to more than 175 resident embassies, the MFA continues to evolve its international clinical outreach. Position SummaryJoin GW MFA and be part of a high-impact team supporting enterprise-wide integration for a leading academic medical organization. This role is ideal for an Epic Bridges-certified professional who thrives in complex environments and enjoys building, optimizing, and supporting critical HL7 interfaces that directly impact patient care and system performance.The Epic Senior Systems Analyst, Interfaces/Bridges is responsible for the design, development, implementation, and ongoing support of HL7 interfaces for the Epic EHR and third-party systems across the enterprise. This role ensures seamless, accurate, and secure data exchange between Epic and multiple ancillary systems. The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise in HL7 and interface development, along with the ability to understand operational workflows and translate business needs into effective system solutions.

Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned.Develop and support HL7 interfaces for the Epic EHR and ancillary systemsDesign, build, test, and deploy interfaces using Epic Bridges and HL7 standardsMonitor and maintain interface performance, ensuring data integrity and timely message processingTroubleshoot and resolve interface errors, message failures, and data discrepanciesPerform HL7 message mapping, transformation, and validation (ADT, ORM, ORU, SIU, etc.)Review Epic release updates and implement required interface changesSupport interface engine maintenance, upgrades, and enhancementsCollaborate with internal teams and vendors to support integrations and resolve issuesMaintain accurate and up-to-date interface documentation and standard operating proceduresParticipate in system testing, including unit, integration, and user acceptance testingEnsure compliance with healthcare data standards, security, and interoperability requirements Minimum Qualifications

Education Licenses/CertificationsEpic Bridges Certification ExperiencePrior professional experience developing and supporting interfaces within the Epic EHR environment and ancillary applicationsStrong experience with HL7 interface design, development, and supportProven experience building and maintaining HL7 message types (ADT, Orders, Results, Scheduling, etc.)Prior professional experience with Epic Bridges interface development and supportPrior professional experience with an integration engine such as InterSystems IRIS for HealthPrior professional experience with HL7 data mapping and transformationStrong troubleshooting and analytical skills Physical Requirements Walk, bend, twist, and reach above shoulder frequently in an office settingMust be able to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull up to 20 lbs. as part of the roleRegularly exposed to healthcare setting that may require personal protective equipmentRequires manual dexterity to operate computer keyboard, calculator, copier machine, and other equipmentAbout GW MFAMFA physicians provide comprehensive patient care, offering one practice for the whole person with 52 medical and surgical specialties. As members of the GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences faculty, MFA providers are teachers and mentors for medical students, residents, fellows, and researchers, preserving the rich tradition of academics, research, and healing. In addition to maintaining a closely integrated alliance with The George Washington University and The George Washington University Hospital (GWUH), which is separately owned and operated by Universal Health Services (UHS), the GW MFA has active referring relationships with 12 area hospitals.The GW MFA’s leading healthcare presence in the DC metro region is complemented by a network of community-based practices in DC, Maryland, and Virginia. Given its geographic location in central NW Washington, DC, and proximity to more than 175 resident embassies, the MFA continues to evolve its international clinical outreach.

The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise in HL7 and interface development, along with the ability to understand operational workflows and translate business needs into effective system solutions., * Associate’s degree or higher from an accredited institution, preferably in Information Technology, Healthcare Administration, or a related field

Licenses/Certifications

• Epic Bridges Certification

Experience

• Prior professional experience developing and supporting interfaces within the Epic EHR environment and ancillary applications
• Strong experience with HL7 interface design, development, and support
• Proven experience building and maintaining HL7 message types (ADT, Orders, Results, Scheduling, etc.)
• Prior professional experience with Epic Bridges interface development and support
• Prior professional experience with an integration engine such as InterSystems IRIS for Health
• Prior professional experience with HL7 data mapping and transformation
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills

Physical Requirements

• Walk, bend, twist, and reach above shoulder frequently in an office setting
• Must be able to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull up to 20 lbs. as part of the role
• Regularly exposed to healthcare setting that may require personal protective equipment
• Requires manual dexterity to operate computer keyboard, calculator, copier machine, and other equipment

MFA physicians provide comprehensive patient care, offering one practice for the whole person with 52 medical and surgical specialties. As members of the GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences faculty, MFA providers are teachers and mentors for medical students, residents, fellows, and researchers, preserving the rich tradition of academics, research, and healing. In addition to maintaining a closely integrated alliance with The George Washington University and The George Washington University Hospital (GWUH), which is separately owned and operated by Universal Health Services (UHS), the GW MFA has active referring relationships with 12 area hospitals.

The GW MFA’s leading healthcare presence in the DC metro region is complemented by a network of community-based practices in DC, Maryland, and Virginia. Given its geographic location in central NW Washington, DC, and proximity to more than 175 resident embassies, the MFA continues to evolve its international clinical outreach.