Trying to get my foot in the door to work with EMR conversion/implementation.

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April 11,2023 at 4:39PM UTC

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Trying to get my foot in the door to work with EMR conversion/implementation. I have lots of experience with databases/SQL and currently work converting data into our software. I want to move towards healthcare though and am looking for any thoughts on getting my foot in the door. I have found it difficult. I know for example that EPIC requires experience to get certified.

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AnonymousApril 11,2023 at 6:55PM UTC
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Joan Williams, Senior Talent Acquisition SpecialistApril 12,2023 at 1:56AM UTC
If it's still the same as when I was recruiting in the healthcare informatics space, Epic requires you be sponsored by a hospital that you're working at to go to training and then you're able to sit for the certification exam. You cannot get certified any other way. And most companies want to hire folks who are already certified or who come out of a clinical background. It is a difficult space to break into.
Liz HessApril 13,2023 at 2:07PM UTC
It is easier to get added on to the Epic team if you are internal or external with experience in Epic. There are roles on the Epic team that do not require a healthcare background, but it does seem easier to get hired with a healthcare background. If you do not work for a healthcare institution right now, that would be a first step. If you are external, consider looking for analyst roles - from my understanding those do not require healthcare background. My other advice is to just apply and include a cover letter that explains your skills and how you would translate that to healthcare. Also figure out your 'why' for transitioning to healthcare. There are so many positions to fill when changing EHR's that they are bound to need people. Another idea is to connect with the EHR team on LinkedIn and let them know that you've applied etc - I'm not usually a fan of cold-calling, but LinkedIn is a great resource to get your foot in the door. best of luck!