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Epic System - SVMC Expenses Works under the direction of the Director of Ambulatory Medical ... Completes testing cycles (unit, functional and integration testing); includes coordinating with ...

Epic System - SVMC Expenses Works under the direction of the Director of Ambulatory Medical ... Completes testing cycles (unit, functional and integration testing); includes coordinating with ...

... testing, training and implementation. As the primary individual responsible for implementation, support & maintenance, the Cadence & Prelude Epic Analyst is pivotal in bridging the gap between ...

... testing, training and implementation. As the primary individual responsible for implementation, support & maintenance, the Cadence & Prelude Epic Analyst is pivotal in bridging the gap between ...

The ideal candidate will be responsible for implementing, configuring, testing, and supporting the Epic Ambulatory (Wisdom) application throughout the project lifecycle. This role requires close ...

The Epic Analyst II will follow the software development lifecycle to manage development, testing and deployment of changes as well as internal governance processes. They will be proactive in the ...

Develops and monitors testing scenarios and methodologies to demonstrate system efficiency ... Epic reporting and data analytics knowledge a plus. Experience with Epic Ambulatory and/or other ...

Participate in system testing, upgrades, and go-live activities Required Qualifications: * Epic Resolute Hospital Billing (HB) Certification (active) * Experience in healthcare revenue cycle or ...

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How much do epic tester jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for epic tester in California is $42.05, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.66 and $54.85 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Epic Tester, and why are they important?

To excel as an Epic Tester, you need a solid understanding of healthcare workflows, software testing methodologies, and ideally experience with the Epic electronic health record (EHR) system, often supported by a relevant degree or Epic certification. Familiarity with Epic testing tools such as Hyperspace, test script management systems, and defect tracking software is highly valuable. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and strong communication skills are essential soft skills that help identify issues and collaborate with cross-functional teams. These competencies ensure accurate system validation, seamless software implementation, and support patient safety and operational efficiency in healthcare organizations.

What are some typical challenges faced by Epic Testers when working on healthcare software implementations?

Epic Testers often encounter challenges such as navigating complex healthcare workflows, understanding detailed clinical requirements, and ensuring data integrity during end-to-end testing. They must collaborate closely with clinicians, analysts, and developers to clarify requirements and resolve discrepancies. Additionally, adapting to frequently changing project timelines and priorities is common, making flexibility and strong communication skills essential for success in this role.

What is the difference between Epic Tester vs QA Tester?

AspectEpic TesterQA Tester
CertificationsCertified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO), ISTQBISTQB, CSTE
Work EnvironmentAgile/Scrum teams, healthcare IT projectsVarious industries, including healthcare, finance, and tech
ResponsibilitiesValidate Epic-specific functionalities, user acceptance testingOverall quality assurance, test planning, defect tracking
Industry UsagePrimarily in healthcare IT using Epic systemsBroadly across multiple industries and software types

Epic Testers focus on validating Epic software modules within healthcare IT environments, often working closely with Epic implementation teams. QA Testers have a broader scope, testing various software products across industries. While both roles require testing skills and certifications like ISTQB, Epic Testers specialize in Epic systems, making their role more niche within healthcare IT.

What is an Epic Tester?

Epic Testers are professionals responsible for testing Epic Systems software, which is widely used in healthcare organizations for electronic health records (EHR) and other clinical applications. Their main duties involve validating new features, identifying bugs, and ensuring that the software meets user requirements and regulatory standards. Epic Testers work closely with developers, analysts, and clinical staff to create and execute test plans, document results, and support successful software implementations. They play a critical role in maintaining the reliability and safety of healthcare IT systems.
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Infographic showing various Epic Tester job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, and 50% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $87,470 per year, or $42.1 per hour.

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Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!
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Department:
Epic System - SVMC Expenses
Works under the direction of the Director of Ambulatory Medical Informatics. The EpicCare Ambulatory Analyst supports the planning, design, development, build and/or configuration of Epic's Ambulatory clinical applications which include EpicCare Ambulatory, Bones, SmartForms, Order Transmittal, and other related Epic and third party applications. EpicCare Ambulatory Analysts will have a solid understanding of the clinical operations of SVMHS' ambulatory practices including (but not limited to) order entry, clinical documentation, charge capture, and results routing.
  • Acts as the primary support contact for the application's end-users.

  • Identifies issues that arise in their application area as well as issues that impact other application teams, and working to resolve them.

  • Guides workflow design, builds and tests the system, and analyzes other technical issues associated with Epic software.

  • Identifies and implements requested changes to the system.

  • Serves as a liaison between end users' workflow needs and Epic implementation staff.

  • Communicates all necessary application changes, enhancements and procedures to all necessary department teams.

  • Maintaining regular communication with Epic representatives, including participating in weekly project team meetings.

  • Works with Epic representatives, SVMHS' business partners, and end users to ensure the system meets the organization's business needs in regards to the project deliverables and timeline.

  • Develops an understanding the clinical and operational needs to set the direction for the organization's workflows by attending site visits, workflow sessions, and other integrated sessions.

  • May participate in the development of end-user training processes and/or curriculum content.

  • Troubleshoots problems and questions from end users.

  • Reviews the status of projects and issues on an ongoing basis with manager.

  • Attends weekly meetings with team members to discuss the status of deliverables, shared issues, end-user concerns, budget, and upcoming milestones.

  • In conjunction with operational subject matter experts, builds application-specific workflows or processes for ambulatory practices and users that could include, for example, visit navigators, preference lists, orders and linked charges, results routing, documentation templates, application-specific rules, flowsheets, reports, SmartForms, visit types, user role templates, application-specific schedules, etc.

  • Completes testing cycles (unit, functional and integration testing); includes coordinating with departmental end-users and obtaining customer signoff.

  • Works with other analysts to maintain continuity in process and in support of our integrated Epic electronic medical record.

  • Conducts system enhancements/new features, build, upgrades/quarterly updates and optimization.

  • Ensures all changes to the application follow approved change management procedures and protocols, create and maintain all documentation for all assigned applications and develop, plan and execute testing for supported applications.

  • Information Systems job responsibilities:
  • Employee should be familiar with the Information Systems Standards and Best Practices concepts and requirements. http://policies/dotNet/documents/?docid=4484&mode=view
    • IT will review the Information Systems Standards and Best Practices concepts, requirements and documentation with employees at least once a year for understanding, completeness and accuracy.
  • Employee shall document the system management, maintenance, and support requirements in a location accessible to Information Technology and appropriate SVMH support staff who have responsibility.

  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Education: Associate's Degree required or High School Diploma with two (2) years' experience working as an analyst in an electronic healthcare record system or experience in data collection management and data collection procedures required.
Licensure: Current EpicCare Ambulatory certification required. New hires and transfers have 45 days from completion of SVMHS-sponsored Epic training to complete required Epic certification.
Experience: A minimum of two (2) years of electronic health record systems analysis, design, build and support required. Epic application implementation, troubleshooting, testing, and support experience preferred. Must have experience with data collection procedures and data management. Must have the
ability to translate and write functional specifications, develop and document operational procedures, test software, and coordinate software release procedures. Experience with, or certification in any of the following applications or modules is preferred: EpicCare Ambulatory, Cadence, Prelude, Resolute
Professional Billing, HIM- ROI, Security, Bones, Surescripts, SmartForms, Order Transmittal, Referrals, Reporting Workbench, Cadence, Haiku/Canto, CareEverywhere, Urgent Care and/or MyChart.
Pay Range: The hourly rate for this position is $54.05 - $67.57. The range displayed on this job posting reflects the target for new hire salaries for this position.
Job Specifications:
• Union: Non-Affiliated
• Work Shift: Day Shift
• FTE: 1.0
• Scheduled Hours: 40
If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

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