You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.

Job Summary

Our client seeks a Senior Systems Architect focusing on Interoperability & Infrastructure. This key role involves bridging complex infrastructure (Unix/Windows) and healthcare interoperability, designing, implementing, and optimizing operating environments to ensure seamless data flow via Epic Bridges and HL7 interfaces. The position is highly strategic and serves as a leadership-track requiring sophisticated analytical thought and the ability to mentor junior team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design of Unix and Windows environments and propose innovative solutions to technical challenges, ensuring alignment with long-term enterprise goals.
• Oversee the technical lifecycle of HL7 interfaces and Epic Bridges configurations to ensure robust data exchange.
• Manage project workplans, budgets, and task estimates while directing functional teams and assisting management with coaching and performance appraisals.
• Monitor and tune production, QA, and development systems, installing critical patches and upgrades while ensuring high availability.
• Produce high-level technical designs, program specifications, and user training materials to support ongoing computer operations.
• Translate technical concepts into business value for directors and managers, negotiating with stakeholders to adopt new best practices and architectural directions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience in systems architecture or a related technical field.
• Proven expertise in Healthcare/HL7 interfaces.
• Epic Bridges Certification is required.
• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience).
• Deep knowledge of Unix and Windows operating system environments.

Skills

• Ability to solve complex problems and exercise judgment in high-pressure situations.
• Adaptability in navigating shifts in work structures or organizational culture.
• Customer-first mindset with strong collaboration skills to build trust across teams.
• High attention to detail and proactive task management approach.

Additional Requirements

Must pass role-specific software testing within 180 days of employment. The role does not require patient contact and is 100% technical/admin focused.

Benefits

• Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
• Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
• 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
• Short Term Disability Insurance.
• Term Life Insurance Plan.

^*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

Medix Overview:

With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we’re dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.

^*As a job position within our IT and EHR division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: accessing confidential information, potential exposure to personally identifiable information and/or HIPAA records and information, access to work stations for other staff, access to login credentials for protected technical equipment and software, unrestricted access to company software and programs. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.