The Epic Cadence Analyst/Specialist is responsible for the implementation optimization and support of the Epic Cadence module. This role ensures that the scheduling system meets organizational requirements enhances patient access and supports efficient resource management across healthcare facilities.
Key Responsibilities:
- System Implementation & Configuration:
- Configure Cadence to support scheduling workflows including templates rules and provider preferences.
- Set up appointment types visit lengths and referral workflows to align with organizational needs.
- Integrate Cadence with other Epic modules such as MyChart Prelude and Resolute.
- Workflow Optimization:
- Collaborate with clinical administrative and IT teams to analyze scheduling workflows.
- Design and implement solutions to reduce scheduling errors noshows and appointment bottlenecks.
- Optimize templates for provider availability resource utilization and patient satisfaction.
- Training & EndUser Support:
- Develop and deliver training materials for schedulers frontdesk staff and clinicians.
- Provide ongoing support for endusers addressing issues and optimizing workflows.
- Conduct followups to gather feedback and ensure effective use of the system.
- Patient Access & Engagement:
- Enable and support selfscheduling features via MyChart and Epic Open Scheduling.
- Ensure that patient appointment workflows are userfriendly and accessible.
- Monitor and improve the patient experience by analyzing access metrics and feedback.
- Reporting & Analytics:
- Create and maintain reports to track scheduling metrics such as appointment volumes wait times and noshow rates.
- Provide data to support strategic planning for resource allocation and patient access initiatives.
- System Maintenance & Updates:
- Monitor Cadence system performance and troubleshoot technical issues.
- Test and implement updates and new features provided by Epic.
- Maintain accurate documentation for system configurations and workflows.
- Compliance & Security:
- Ensure scheduling workflows comply with HIPAA and other healthcare regulations.
- Maintain secure access to patient information and appointment data.
Requirements
- Epic Cadence Certification or demonstrated expertise in Cadence.
- Experience in healthcare IT patient access services or scheduling workflows.
- Strong understanding of appointment scheduling registration and referral processes.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with other Epic modules such as MyChart Prelude and Resolute.
- Experience in patient access call center management or frontdesk operations.
- Knowledge of regulatory compliance and healthcare billing practices.
Key Skills:
- Excellent problemsolving and analytical skills for optimizing scheduling workflows.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse teams.
- Proficiency in reporting tools and data analytics.
- Awareness of healthcare data security and privacy standards.