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APeX Application Analyst, Beaker - Flexible

University of California - San Francisco

45.00-68.00/hr

United States, California, San Francisco

2001 The Embarcadero (Show on map)

Aug 05, 2026

Certain terms and conditions of employment for this position, including the rate of pay, benefits, etc., are currently subject to negotiation with the appropriate union.

Applies acquired skills and professional clinical applications concepts for small to medium-sized projects of moderate scope. Operates independently within the defined scope of responsibilities.

The APeX Beaker Analyst position will report directly to the APeX Beaker Team Lead/Supervisor and up through the APeX LIS Manager.

The APeX Beaker P2 Analyst will work in collaboration with senior Beaker analysts, other APeX application teams, clinical/business operations, and guides to enhance and maintain the Epic electronic health record. The P2 analyst provides excellent customer service to end users, tracks issues, and follows up as appropriate. Analysts will work in multiple locations, including UCSF Medical Center locations, Benioff Children's Hospitals-Oakland and San Francisco, UCSF campus, and community connect partners.

The APeX Beaker Analyst must be certified in one or more of the following Epic applications and have 1-2 years of experience with LIS application build in a hospital setting. Prior work experience at UCSF, Benioff Children's Hospital - Oakland or other academic Medical Centers is preferred.

Beaker Clinical Pathology (CP)
Beaker Anatomic Pathology (AP)

The candidate selected for this role will be required to obtain certification within 6 months of hiring in one or both of the above applications, if not already completed. Additional certifications, such as with middleware software may also be required.

Department Overview

Health IT is responsible for all aspects of the UCSF electronic health record software, Epic, also known as Apex (Advancing Patient-Centered Excellence) for UCSF hospitals, practices, affiliates and community partners.

The APeX Beaker team falls under the Health IT department, which is responsible for the maintenance and expansion of UCSF electronic health record (Epic) and related technologies.

% of time	Essential Function (Yes/No)	Key Responsibilities (To be completed by Supervisor)
10	yes	Designs, implements, debugs and evaluates moderately complex clinical software, hardware and/or operating systems..
20	yes	Contributes to moderately complex projects to analyze clinical workflows and create and define integrated clinical technology solutions. Organizes elements to support workflows and documentation requirements. Makes suggestions for improvements in workflows.
10	yes	Collaborates with clinical system users to implement new releases and system upgrades. Assists in the development of business strategies and improvements in operational processes. Establishes scope and requirements for initiatives.
10	yes	Participates in the development of new projects of moderate scope and complexity. Performs systems analysis, planning and preparation, coding, testing, implementation and client/vendor coordination.
10	yes	Participates in user training in clinical software, hardware, and/or operating systems of limited complexity. Develops training tools and user aids.
30	yes	Troubleshoots and documents moderately-complex issues with clinical software, hardware and / or operating systems. Performs root cause analysis, informs management and takes action. Coordinates service and support between clinical engineering, IT, networks, and outside vendors.
10	yes	Compiles complete and concise documentation of requests. Confirms scope and requirements for initiatives.
100%		(To update total %, enter the amount of time in whole numbers (without the % symbol - e.g., 15, 20) then highlight the total sum (e.g., 1%) at the bottom of the column and press F9. The total sum should add up to 100%.)

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in health care information technology, computer science, or related area, and/or equivalent combination of experience/training.
One to two years of relevant work experience
Working knowledge of clinical applications systems and functions, including development, implementation, user support, maintenance, and system testing and evaluation.
Demonstrated problem-solving skills, with the ability to quickly diagnose problems and develop multiple options for effective and timely resolution of issues and problems.
Demonstrated interpersonal and customer-service skills to collaborate productively on a team and to provide training and support to clinical providers and staff.
Detail-oriented, with demonstrated organizational skills and the ability to manage time efficiently, prioritize tasks, set schedules, and complete projects in a timely and cost-effective manner.
Demonstrated skills in written and verbal communications, with the ability to convey technical information to clinical users in a clear and concise manner.
Working knowledge of departmental systems and procedures for documentation and reporting, with the ability to perform tests, analyze, and interpret relevant data.
Ability to work with senior staff and managers, serving as a technical resource and providing advice and counsel on issues of functionality, efficiency, cost-effectiveness, policy, and performance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Certified Lab Specialist (CLS) or equivalent license
CERTIFICATIONS
- Beaker Clinical Pathology (CP)
- Beaker Anatomic Pathology (AP)

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here.

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California 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, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Salary Information

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in health care information technology, computer science, or related area, and/or equivalent combination of experience/training.
One to two years of relevant work experience
Working knowledge of clinical applications systems and functions, including development, implementation, user support, maintenance, and system testing and evaluation.
Demonstrated problem-solving skills, with the ability to quickly diagnose problems and develop multiple options for effective and timely resolution of issues and problems.
Demonstrated interpersonal and customer-service skills to collaborate productively on a team and to provide training and support to clinical providers and staff.
Detail-oriented, with demonstrated organizational skills and the ability to manage time efficiently, prioritize tasks, set schedules, and complete projects in a timely and cost-effective manner.
Demonstrated skills in written and verbal communications, with the ability to convey technical information to clinical users in a clear and concise manner.
Working knowledge of departmental systems and procedures for documentation and reporting, with the ability to perform tests, analyze, and interpret relevant data.
Ability to work with senior staff and managers, serving as a technical resource and providing advice and counsel on issues of functionality, efficiency, cost-effectiveness, policy, and performance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Certified Lab Specialist (CLS) or equivalent license
CERTIFICATIONS
- Beaker Clinical Pathology (CP)
- Beaker Anatomic Pathology (AP)