Senior Programmer Analyst - Remote at Beacon Health System – Granger, Indiana

Reports to the Application/Programming Manager. Leads the development of new computer programs and maintenance of existing programs. Leads the technical analysis and design needed to ensure that programs are functional and efficient. Provides training and mentoring to other Programmers, Lead or participate in the development of solutions requiring analysis and research. Utilizes process improvement techniques.

We believe that access to great talent should not be limited by location. To support this, Beacon Health System offers remote work opportunities across a number of states, along with relocation support where needed, allowing us to connect with individuals who bring the skills, experience, and passion to advance our work.

Approved remote hiring states:
Indiana, Michigan, Illinois, Kansas, Ohio, Georgia, Kentucky, Florida, Idaho, Minnesota, Tennessee, Wisconsin, Colorado, South Carolina, North Carolina, Texas

• MISSION: We deliver outstanding care, inspire health, and connect with heart.
• VALUES: Trust. Respect. Integrity. Compassion.
• SERVICE GOALS: Personally connect. Keep everyone informed. Be on their team.

Develops new computer programs and maintains existing programs:

• Creates complex computer code to satisfy user needs and testing program function for accuracy and reliability
• Maintains existing computer programs/systems independently. Provides guidance to other programmers
• Leads trial runs of programs and software applications to validate they will produce the desired information and that the instructions are correct.
• Manages small to mid-size projects and teams.
• Assists in the development and follows established standards, methodologies and procedures to ensure quality work product is produced.

Responsible for the technical analysis and design needed to ensure functionality and efficiency:

• Works with the Systems Analysts to determine feasibility of complex programming requests.
• Completes the analysis required to determine the most efficient program designs, algorithms, file access techniques, and output formats needed to create efficient and effective software solutions.
• Writes or contributes to instructions or manuals to guide end users
• Confirms project requirements by reviewing program objective, input data, and output requirements with analyst and end-users
• Actively performs troubleshooting activities in order to avoid potential problems

Provides leadership to department and customers:

• Provides coaching and mentoring to programmers on complex code and programs.
• Mentors others through leading by example and proactively provides specific and relevant feedback. Recognizes personal influence and uses it to positively affect the performance of the work group.
• Provides differentiated value to customers and peers. Must have support and respect of peers, leadership and customers before being promoted to this level.
• Leads special projects at the direction of an IS Manager, Director or the CIO.

Performs other functions to maintain personal competence and contribute to the overall effectiveness of the department by:

• Has a key role in developing the common vision of the work group. Actively supports organizational change and translates it into work plans and the ability to work as a team member.
• Highly productive; consistently produces quality results within established timelines. Initiates activities that go beyond the scope of own job. Conducts quality assurance processes.
• Maintains records, reports and files as required by departmental policies and procedures.
• Resolves issues in a mutually agreeable way in a courteous, responsive and helpful manner. Refers only the most serious or complex issues to management.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with end-user departments and application support teams
• Completes other job-related duties and special projects as directed.

Associate complies with the following organizational requirements:

• Attends and participates in department meetings and is accountable for all information shared.
• Completes mandatory education, annual competencies and department specific education within established timeframes.
• Completes annual employee health requirements within established timeframes.
• Maintains license/certification, registration in good standing throughout fiscal year.
• Direct patient care providers are required to maintain current BCLS (CPR) and other certifications as required by position/department.
• Consistently utilizes appropriate universal precautions, protective equipment, and ergonomic techniques to protect patient and self.
• Adheres to regulatory agency requirements, survey process and compliance.
• Complies with established organization and department policies.
• Available to work overtime in addition to working additional or other shifts and schedules when required.

Commitment to Beacon's six-point Operating System, referred to as The Beacon Way:

• Leverage innovation everywhere.
• Cultivate human talent.
• Embrace performance improvement.
• Build greatness through accountability.
• Use information to improve and advance.
• Communicate clearly and continuously.

Education and Experience

• The knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated below are normally acquired through the successful completion of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, IS, another appropriate field or equivalent experience. A minimums five to seven years of progressively more responsible experience in programming, including experience with multiple programming languages and report writing, resulting in in-depth knowledge of application development and coding. Preference will be given to candidates with training and experience with those software and hardware products regularly used by Beacon.

Knowledge & Skills

• Demonstrates knowledge of complex computer operations and strong familiarity with standard concepts, practices and procedures within a particular field.
• Demonstrates a high level of computer programming skills and excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrates excellent knowledge of programming languages, programming techniques, access methods and communication systems regularly used at Beacon Health System.
• Requires ability to comprehend complex technical programming concepts.
• Demonstrates the interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written) necessary to interact effectively with all levels of Beacon staff and vendor representatives. Also requires effective training skills.
• Demonstrates the analytical ability needed to gather, analyze and interpret data and to identify and resolve program needs.
• Demonstrates good organization skills and the ability to work independently, prioritize workload, detail oriented, handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Working Conditions

• Works in an office environment.
• Must be effective in a fast-paced, quality focused, multi-priority environment requiring the ability to prioritize workload in order to meet deadlines.
• May experience some mental/visual fatigue due to continued use of computer equipment.

Physical Demands

• Requires the physical ability and stamina (i.e., to sit, stand and/or walk for prolonged periods of time, lift, hold and carry objects weighing up to 30 pounds, etc.) to perform the essential functions of the position.