Peoplesoft Applications Analyst III

Hackensack Meridian Health - Edison, NJ

Full-time - Mid Level

Edison, NJ

Hospitals

About the position

The Applications Analyst III at Hackensack Meridian Health plays a crucial role in gathering business requirements, conducting needs assessments, and developing functional specifications to ensure that IT solutions align with business objectives. This position operates with minimal supervision and serves as a resource for junior analysts, focusing on security administration within PeopleSoft and providing support for application implementations and modifications.

Responsibilities

• Gather business requirements and conduct needs assessments.
• Develop functional specifications and build IT solutions to support business objectives.
• Mentor and share knowledge with lower-level Application Analysts.
• Install and upgrade applications and components, configuring settings as needed.
• Assist in coordinating end-user support activities.
• Participate in and contribute to meetings across the facility.
• Run meetings within the IT department.
• Provide go-live support for new applications and modules.
• Analyze necessary application modifications and coordinate with IT associates and vendors.
• Create system specifications from user requirements and develop test plans.
• Document outcomes of testing and review test plans from junior analysts.
• Handle complex issues and refer only the most complex to higher-level staff.
• Update system and operational documentation and recommend process improvements.
• Provide on-call support for applications and input into policy redesign.
• Function as a preceptor for new staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of IT experience, preferably in healthcare, or 2 years of IT experience and 2 years of clinical experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of subject matter related to applications.
• Strong desktop skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, and Outlook.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to create and maintain clear documentation.
• Demonstrated self-direction and time management.

Nice-to-haves

• Epic Certification
• Experience in PeopleSoft Security Administration

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive health benefits
• Supportive work culture
• Opportunities for professional development