Analyst

CTG is seeking a detail-oriented and technically skilled Epic Beaker Micro Analyst to support the design, implementation, build, and ongoing optimization of the Epic Beaker Microbiology module. This role plays a vital part in supporting laboratory workflows, ensuring regulatory compliance, and enhancing data integrity across microbiology operations.

As a Beaker Micro Analyst, you will work closely with lab staff, informatics teams, and Epic support resources to build, maintain, and troubleshoot functionality related to microbiology orders, results, culture workflows, and antimicrobial susceptibility testing.

Duties:

System Configuration & Optimization

• Configure, test, and maintain Epic Beaker Microbiology workflows, including culture setup, organism identification, susceptibility panels, reflex rules, and reporting formats.

• Customize test definitions, media, workcards, macros, and workflows to align with laboratory practices.

• Collaborate with the lab team to optimize user experience, automation, and result turnaround times.

Implementation & Support

• Participate in implementation, upgrades, and go-live support of Beaker Micro and related systems.

• Analyze current workflows and propose solutions to improve efficiency and compliance using Beaker capabilities.

• Serve as the primary liaison between lab departments and IT for microbiology-related system needs.

Testing & Validation

• Develop and execute test scripts for build validation, instrument interface functionality, and regulatory compliance.

• Perform unit, integrated, and regression testing during build changes or upgrades.

• Document system configuration, change management logs, and test results according to institutional and regulatory standards.

Collaboration & Communication

• Partner with clinical microbiologists, medical technologists, LIS staff, and Epic analysts to ensure system build aligns with clinical goals.

• Collaborate with interface teams to maintain and troubleshoot instrument integrations.

• Provide ongoing user training, support, and documentation for lab staff.

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of Epic Beaker Microbiology configuration and workflows.

• Proficiency with HL7 messaging, interface troubleshooting, and test compendium management.

• Ability to analyze and document complex laboratory workflows.

• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.

Experience:

• Minimum 5+ years of experience working with Epic Beaker, with a focus on Beaker Microbiology.

• Experience in system configuration, test build, and workflow design.

• Hands-on background in microbiology lab operations, including culture workflows, AST, and QC processes.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science, Information Systems, Life Sciences, or related field.

• Epic Beaker certification required (Preferred: Beaker Clinical Pathology + Microbiology specialization).

• Medical Technologist (MT/MLS) certification (ASCP or equivalent) with microbiology experience preferred.

Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group are required.

CTG does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services for this role.

To Apply:

To be considered, please apply directly to this requisition using the link provided. For additional information, please contact Morgan Fickert at [email protected] . Kindly forward this to any other interested parties. Thank you!

The expected base salary for this position ranges from $80.00 to $95.00/hour. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, market factors, and where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. In addition to salary, a competitive benefit package is also offered.

About CTG

CTG, a Cegeka company, is at the forefront of digital transformation, providing IT and business solutions that accelerate project momentum and deliver desired value. Over nearly 60 years, we have earned a reputation as a faster and more reliable, results-driven partner. Our vision is to be an indispensable partner to our clients and the preferred career destination for digital and technology experts. CTG leverages the expertise of over 9,000 team members in 19 countries to provide innovative solutions. Together, we operate across the Americas, Europe, and India, working in close cooperation with over 3,000 clients in many of today's highest-growth industries. For more information, visit .

Our culture is a direct result of the people who work at CTG, the values we hold, and the actions we take. In other words, our people define our culture. It's a living, breathing thing that is renewed every day through the ways we engage with each other, our clients, and our communities. Part of our mission is to cultivate a workplace that attracts and develops the best people, reflected by our recognition as a Great Place to Work Certified company across many of our global operations.

CTG will consider for employment all qualified applicants including those with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable local, state, and federal laws.

CTG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CTG will assure equal opportunity and consideration to all applicants and employees in recruitment, selection, placement, training, benefits, compensation, promotion, transfer, and release of individuals without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, age, disability, marital or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other discriminatory factors as required by law. CTG is fully committed to promoting employment opportunities for members of protected classes.