Automation Engineer

AMSURG•Nashville, TN

4h•Remote

About The Position

AMSURG is an independent leader in ambulatory surgery center services, operating a network of more than 250 surgery centers nationwide. In partnership with physicians and health systems, the organization delivers high-quality care for patients across a diverse spectrum of medical specialties, including gastroenterology, ophthalmology and orthopedics. The Automation Engineer is responsible for supporting business unit(s) with the development and maintenance of automated solutions for various processes and systems using a standard set of tools and technologies. This highly skilled individual will help drive the company's Automation Transformation, effectively partnering with business unit(s) to deliver efficient, holistic automation solutions with speed and scale that generate best value for the organization.

Requirements

3+ years of IT experience in positions related to applications development, workflow automation, and business process reengineering.
Knowledge of network infrastructure, security, and authentication.
Working experience with all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
Knowledge of implementing and managing Privacy, Security.
Able to communicate effectively with non-technical staff and with members of interdisciplinary teams.
Keeps current on emerging workflow automation technology and makes recommendations.
Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to conduct research into software-related issues and products.
Highly self-motivated and directed.
Keen attention to detail.
Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Experience working both independently and, in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
Takes initiative to make best use of time, benefiting departmental and company goals.
Demonstrates strong work ethic, is committed to excellence and a positive influence and role model to others through actions and demeanor.
Associate degree from accredited College or University in Business, Information Systems, Computer Science, Statistics, or similar technology bootcamp; or 6 years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of technology stack (MS Power Automate, MS Power Apps, MS SQL Server, Azure).

Responsibilities

Reports to the Lead Automation Engineer.
Responsible for understanding the needs of the business, providing solutions to improve efficiency, and supporting solutions implemented within the enterprise.
Responsible for maintaining numerous workflows and detailed knowledge of their impact on all systems.
Able to work on multiple cross-functional IT and business projects.
Manages time, priorities, and customer expectations across multiple projects.
Takes technical direction from senior team members and participates in a knowledge-sharing environment.
Participates in agile team processes.
Research and specify the optimal solution for workflow-based process automation.
Design and develop the identified optimal workflow-based automated processes.
Test and certify the implemented optimal workflow-based automated processes.
Analyze business requirements specification, then translate into functional specifications.
Write and maintain technical specifications according to functional specifications.
Maintain source level control of all workflows.
Troubleshoot and resolve all defects and incidents in a timely manner.
Provide process support, which includes problem research, analysis, resolution, and on-call support.
Communicate effectively with business users, sponsors, and other product teams.
Ensures product conformance to sound engineering principles, customer requirements, and industry best practices.
Ensure all technology practices adhere to regulatory security standards.
Analyze current solutions and technologies used by back-office applications.
Foster cross-platform development, collaboration, and solutions.
Influences changes to standards when necessary.
Other duties as assigned.
Reads and abides by the company’s code of conduct, ethics statements, employee handbook(s), policies and procedures and other corporate mandates, including participation in mandatory training programs.
Reports any real or suspected violation of the corporate compliance program, company policies and procedures, harassment, or other prohibited activities in accordance with the reporting policies of the company.
Obtains clarification of policy whenever necessary and may use the resources available through the Compliance, Human Resources or Legal Department

Benefits

Benefits, recognition, training, and opportunities needed for professional growth.
Wide range of health and welfare benefits.
Medical insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Life insurance.
Disability insurance.
Healthcare FSA.
Dependent Care FSA.
Limited Healthcare FSA.
FSAs for Transportation and Parking.
HSAs.
Matching 401(K) Plan.
Paid Time Off (minimum of 20 days and up to 25 days per calendar year).
9 observed holidays.
Paid family leave.