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We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate,** **and innovate. We believe** **that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients** **every day** **or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

This job assumes responsibility for, analyzes, and modifies programming systems including encoding, testing, debugging and installing to support an organization's application systems. Consults with users to identify current operating procedures and to clarify program objectives, maintains knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field, and relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.

Education

Required - High School diploma or equivalent

Preferred - Bachelor's degree

Work Experience

Required - 2 years related experience

Preferred - Programming experience

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

+ Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.

+ Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.

+ Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.

+ Ability to work with databases, online solutions and the programming languages commonly used at Ochsner Information Services

+ Ability to work under stressful situations including experience working with frequent interruptions and frequent changes in priorities.

Job Duties

+ Performs analysis of assigned applications and business processes/functions.

+ Modifies and supports assigned applications/systems as appropriate.

+ Partners and communicates with assigned customer/end users.

+ Maintains and enhances professional competencies and industry knowledge.

+ Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.

+ Other related duties as they are required.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Ochsner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Physical and Environmental Demands

The physical essential functions of this job include (but are not limited to) the following: Frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects; occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Mechanical lifting devices (carts, dollies, etc.) or team lifts should be utilized.

Must be able to sit and stand for prolonged periods of time.

Must be able to travel throughout and between facilities.

Must be able to work a flexible schedule (e.g. weekend, holiday, on call availability.)

Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.

The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain diseases. There may be an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases.

Are you ready to make a difference? Apply Today!

_Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website._

**_Please refer to the job description to determine whether the position you are interested in is remote or on-site._** _Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote work position_ _: Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington,_ _and Washington D.C._

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Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.