Cogito Developer

Job Description

UW Medicine IT Services has an outstanding opportunity for a Senior Cogito Developer 3 (Clinical / Beaker-AP).

WORK SCHEDULE

• 100% FTE
• Monday – Friday; Core hours for UW Medicine IT Services are 8:00 – 5:00 (PST)
• Day Shift

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

UW Medicine IT Services (ITS) is a shared services organization that supports all of UW Medicine.  UW Medicine is comprised of Harborview Medical Center (HMC), UW Medical Center-Montlake Campus (UWMC-Montlake), UW Medical Center-Northwest Campus (UWMC-NW), UW Medicine Primary Care (UWMPC), UW Physicians (UWP), UW School of Medicine (SOM), and Airlift Northwest (ALNW).  ITS is responsible for the ongoing support and maintenance of the infrastructure and applications which support all these institutions, along with the implementation of new services and applications that are used to support and further the UW Medicine mission.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• 100% remote opportunity
• 15 days of vacation your first year – Also, 12 days of sick time, 1 personal holiday, and 11 paid holidays each year
• 100% matching, 100% immediately vesting 403(b)

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Identify business and technical impacts of user requirements and articulates to all constituents
• Assume responsibility for the quality and delivery of technology business solutions
• Create ad hoc and ongoing reports and other data outputs to support the clinical and business needs for the enterprise

The Analytics group has a dual report into both ITS and UW School of Medicine and provides operational oversight for the major analytics platforms and tools at UW Medicine.  Analytics is a key support function as UW Medicine transitions towards value based health care.  The Epic Cogito team provides data and analytic solutions across UW Medicine, specifically for finance, operations, institutional quality improvement, research and clinical analytics.  This position is focused to the Epic Clinical domain and works closely with UW Medicine ITS customers, a team of developers, Clinical Informatics, and relevant Epic Applications teams (Inpatient, Ambulatory, Perioperative) to provide analysis, recommend appropriate solutions, and develop those solutions using the best reporting tools to support the need.

Areas of responsibility include, but are not limited to:

• Collaborating with Analytics leadership to help set direction, standards, process for a team of Cogito and BI Developers
• Working with Analytics Business Analysts, Clinical Informatics, application teams, and customers to gather, analyze, and document reporting requirements
• Designing, coding, testing, and maintaining reporting and analytics objects, utilizing industry best practices
• Utilizing Epic’s Cogito suite of tools to deliver data solutions
• Providing production support and respond to help desk tickets related to the BI development tool set and Epic Cogito suite
• Mentoring and providing guidance, direction, and support to other developers

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Health Information Systems, Math, Information Technology, Business Administration, or related field or equivalent combination of experience/education
• Currently holds 2 or more current Epic certifications OR has obtained Epic proficiency and has consistently demonstrated technical competencies for 3+ years in relevant functional/business area
• Certification in Epic Cogito Fundamentals is required
• Certification in Epic Cogito Tools Administration is required
• Certification or experience with Beaker-AP is desired

4+ years of experience must include:

• 4+ years’ recent healthcare or IT experience
• 3+ years' experience with BI reporting tools
• 3+ years’ experience with Epic Cogito reporting tools (SlicerDicer, Reporting Workbench, Radar Dashboards)
• Strong, applied experience with Epic data and reporting for medium to large scale projects is desired
• Complete and demonstrable understanding of reporting best practices, including requirements gathering

ABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER

UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.

All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest. 

Become part of our team.  Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$120,000.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum:

$146,808.00 annual

Other Compensation:

-

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

Not Applicable

About the UW 

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.  

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. 

Our Commitment 

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu. 

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.