Job Title: Epic Application Engineer.
Location: Remote (US-based).
Employment Type: Contract.
About the Opportunity:
ZipStaff is hiring an Epic Application Engineer for our client, a global professional services leader supporting large healthcare systems. You'll join an Application Managed Services team, working closely with physicians, nurses and clinical leaders to build and optimize Epic so it fits how clinicians actually work. This is a 100% remote role, 40 hours a week on a standard daytime schedule. Candidates must be based in the United States, and active Epic Inpatient certification is required.
What You'll Do:
- Lead hands-on build, configuration, testing and optimization of Epic modules, including Ambulatory, Inpatient, OpTime, Orders and HIM.
- Partner with physicians, RNs and clinical operations leaders to turn clinical requirements into Epic build specifications.
- Design, build and test Epic interfaces and integration points with other clinical applications.
- Find workflow and documentation gaps in outpatient, inpatient and surgical settings, and build practical solutions.
- Write and standardize clinical protocols, configuration guides and system documentation.
- Provide Tier-3 troubleshooting and root-cause resolution during rollouts and upgrades.
Required Qualifications:
- Active Epic Inpatient certification.
- 5+ years of hands-on Epic build experience, with strong Ambulatory/outpatient skills.
- 5+ years of experience with Epic OpTime and HIM builds.
- 5+ years working directly with physicians and nurses in a hospital setting.
- Must be based in the United States.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior clinical experience or licensure (RN, MD/DO); highly preferred.
- Experience with specialty modules such as Beacon, Genomics or Bones.
- Epic Cadence and Epic Security build experience or certifications.
Interview Process: A resume review, followed by a technical and behavioral panel.
Benefits: Health, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) with matching, paid time off and a referral program.
About ZipStaff:
ZipStaff connects skilled technology professionals with leading organizations across the United States, matching top talent with impactful contract and full-time opportunities.
To apply, submit your resume through this posting. Qualified candidates will be contacted by a ZipStaff recruiter.