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How much do application analyst i jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for application analyst i in the United States is $83,617.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $64,500.00 and $94,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some typical challenges faced by an Application Analyst I when supporting end-users, and how are they addressed?

Application Analyst I professionals often encounter challenges such as troubleshooting complex user issues, translating technical problems for non-technical users, and managing multiple support requests simultaneously. Success in this role involves strong communication skills, the ability to prioritize tasks effectively, and a collaborative approach with both IT teams and end-users. Many organizations provide ongoing training and encourage teamwork, so new analysts can learn from experienced colleagues and quickly develop problem-solving strategies.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Application Analyst I, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Application Analyst I, you need a solid understanding of software applications, troubleshooting, and analytical thinking, typically supported by a bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field. Familiarity with SQL, ticketing systems, and common business software platforms is essential, and certifications like ITIL or CompTIA can be beneficial. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication help you collaborate with users and technical teams. These skills ensure smooth application operations, quick resolution of technical issues, and high user satisfaction.

What is the difference between Application Analyst I vs Application Analyst II?

AspectApplication Analyst IApplication Analyst II
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field; basic knowledge of applications and systemsSame as Application Analyst I, often with additional certifications or experience
Work EnvironmentEntry-level support, troubleshooting, and user assistance within IT teamsMore complex problem-solving, system configuration, and project involvement
Employer & Industry UsageCommonly employed in healthcare, finance, and technology sectorsSimilar industries, with increased responsibilities

The main difference between Application Analyst I and Application Analyst II lies in experience and scope of responsibilities. Application Analyst II typically handles more complex tasks, requires more experience, and may involve project management. Both roles require similar foundational skills and certifications, but the II level is more advanced in troubleshooting and system optimization.

What does an Application Analyst I do?

An Application Analyst I is responsible for supporting, maintaining, and troubleshooting software applications within an organization. They work closely with end-users to resolve technical issues, assist in software upgrades, and ensure that applications function efficiently. Additionally, they may help test new features, document procedures, and coordinate with other IT teams to implement solutions. This entry-level role often serves as a bridge between technical teams and business users, ensuring that applications meet organizational needs.
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Application Analyst I - Surgical Services

Application Analyst I - Surgical Services

UHS

King Of Prussia, PA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 2 days ago


Universal Health Services rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 246 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

453rd of 867 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Responsibilities

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500® corporation, annual revenues  during 2025 were $17.4 billion. In 2026, UHS was again recognized as one of Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies™ and in 2025, was listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies.  

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 101,500 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. For additional information visit www.uhs.com. 

The Corporate Information Services Department is seeking a dynamic and talented Application Analyst I-Surgical Services.

Working as a member of the Clinical Documentation team, the Application Analyst I-Surgical Services participates in: technology implementations; and clinical, business and technical process analyses within the acute care setting with a goal to integrate and align applications within the UHS EMR standardly deployed throughout the enterprise.  Works to resolve customer issues/concerns identified during times of implementation, optimization, or maintenance activities.  Diagnoses and communicates problems within and across teams in order to facilitate resolutions to our facility IT and clinical end users in a timely manner. 

Key Responsibilities include:

  • Regularly meets with users, vendors and IS staff to develop/modify system specifications.
  • Supports the implementations of applications and prepares the appropriate documentation.
  • Performs system testing and documentation for all phases of the application development life cycle.
  • Researches and resolves implementation-related Customer Support Center Tickets.
  • Adheres to appropriate UHS Project Management standards.
  • Ensures strict adherence to work plans, reporting all serious deviations to management.
  • Assists with the training of users in operating procedures for application.
  • Demonstrates understanding of perioperative workflow
  • Demonstrates analytical problem solving
  • Assists in performing routine system maintenance and builds, including major application upgrades.
  • Establishes and maintains regular communications with application teams and user community.
  • Adheres to UHS Service Level and Change Management Policies.
  • Researches and resolves Customer Support Center Tickets. 
  • Provides on-call support as scheduled.
  • Maintains Service Excellence principles.
  • Prepares and submits status reports to supervisor as required.
  • Keeps management well informed of activities, needs, problems.

Qualifications

Position Requirements:

  • Associate’s degree required, Bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • One or more years clinical Information Services or relevant clinical experience. 
  • Surginet experience preferred.
  • Proficient with word processing, spreadsheet, and email software applications.
  • Working knowledge of computer systems analysis and programming techniques and procedures, including: consulting with users to determine hardware, software or system functional specifications; development and analysis of programs based on design specifications; familiarity with application development life cycle.
  • Basic knowledge of Information Services standards and quality methods and metrics.
  • A quick learner of software and information technology, and motivated to learn new applications and business operations.
  • Demonstrates excellent interpersonal communication and documentation skills, among facility customers and team members.
  • Demonstrates customer-oriented service excellence principals, as outlined in UHS corporate standards.
  • Basic knowledge of project management methods, business practices, and terminology.
  • Self-disciplined, able to work independently, but also able to take direction when necessary.
  • Self-motivated to identify and resolve issues, and in advancing personal knowledge.
  • Very organized and detail-oriented.
  • Flexible with time.

Travel Requirements: 5 – 25% domestic US travel (depending on projects and Go Lives).

This opportunity provides the following:

  • Challenging and rewarding work environment
  • Growth and development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
  • 401k plan with company match
  • Generous Paid Time Off

*UHS is a registered trademark of UHS of Delaware, Inc., the management company for Universal Health Services, Inc. and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. Universal Health Services, Inc. is a holding company and operates through its subsidiaries including its management company, UHS of Delaware, Inc. All healthcare and management operations are conducted by subsidiaries of Universal Health Services, Inc. To the extent any reference to "UHS or UHS facilities" on this website including any statements, articles or other publications contained herein relates to our healthcare or management operations it is referring to Universal Health Services' subsidiaries including UHS of Delaware. Further, the terms "we," "us," "our" or "the company" in such context similarly refer to the operations of Universal Health Services' subsidiaries including UHS of Delaware. Any employment referenced in this website is not with Universal Health Services, Inc. but solely with one of its subsidiaries including but not limited to UHS of Delaware, Inc.

UHS is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at UHS via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of UHS. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by UHS as a result of the referral or through other means.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

Notice

At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skillset and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries.  We take pride in creating a highly efficient and best in class candidate experience. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. The recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc. If you are suspicious of a job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, let us know by contacting us at: https://uhs.alertline.com or 1-800-852-3449.

Qualifications:

Position Requirements:

  • Associate’s degree required, Bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • One or more years clinical Information Services or relevant clinical experience. 
  • Surginet experience preferred.
  • Proficient with word processing, spreadsheet, and email software applications.
  • Working knowledge of computer systems analysis and programming techniques and procedures, including: consulting with users to determine hardware, software or system functional specifications; development and analysis of programs based on design specifications; familiarity with application development life cycle.
  • Basic knowledge of Information Services standards and quality methods and metrics.
  • A quick learner of software and information technology, and motivated to learn new applications and business operations.
  • Demonstrates excellent interpersonal communication and documentation skills, among facility customers and team members.
  • Demonstrates customer-oriented service excellence principals, as outlined in UHS corporate standards.
  • Basic knowledge of project management methods, business practices, and terminology.
  • Self-disciplined, able to work independently, but also able to take direction when necessary.
  • Self-motivated to identify and resolve issues, and in advancing personal knowledge.
  • Very organized and detail-oriented.
  • Flexible with time.

Travel Requirements: 5 – 25% domestic US travel (depending on projects and Go Lives).

This opportunity provides the following:

  • Challenging and rewarding work environment
  • Growth and development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
  • 401k plan with company match
  • Generous Paid Time Off

*UHS is a registered trademark of UHS of Delaware, Inc., the management company for Universal Health Services, Inc. and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. Universal Health Services, Inc. is a holding company and operates through its subsidiaries including its management company, UHS of Delaware, Inc. All healthcare and management operations are conducted by subsidiaries of Universal Health Services, Inc. To the extent any reference to "UHS or UHS facilities" on this website including any statements, articles or other publications contained herein relates to our healthcare or management operations it is referring to Universal Health Services' subsidiaries including UHS of Delaware. Further, the terms "we," "us," "our" or "the company" in such context similarly refer to the operations of Universal Health Services' subsidiaries including UHS of Delaware. Any employment referenced in this website is not with Universal Health Services, Inc. but solely with one of its subsidiaries including but not limited to UHS of Delaware, Inc.

UHS is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at UHS via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of UHS. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by UHS as a result of the referral or through other means.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

Notice

At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skillset and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries.  We take pride in creating a highly efficient and best in class candidate experience. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. The recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc. If you are suspicious of a job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, let us know by contacting us at: https://uhs.alertline.com or 1-800-852-3449.

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Universal Health Services (UHS) is a major player in the healthcare industry, based in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, U.S. Founded in 1978, UHS offers hospital and healthcare services. Their diverse services range from acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities and ambulatory centers nationwide. The company's mission of enhancing the health and well-being of their patients is reflected in their commitment to 'Helping Individuals Live Longer, Healthier and Happier Lives'. Universal Health Services' consistent growth and success in their industry have been recognized on numerous occasions, including being ranked amongst the Fortune 500 list of largest companies.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

King of Prussia, PA, US