Understanding the critical importance of the right Electronic Health Record (EHR) system is essential for modern businesses. These complex systems necessitate the support of skilled technology experts for continuous updates, implementations, and enhancements. Our latest jobs report takes a look at Epic hiring trends, market insights, the expanding role of an AI, staffing & patient flow, key findings, and more.
In 2024, Epic Systems has continued to strengthen its position as a leading EHR vendor. According to a new report from KLAS, Epic was the only EHR vendor to increase its net market share in 2023, adding 153 new acute care clients. This expansion has resulted in Epic now serving more than half of inpatient multispecialty beds across the U.S (Healthcare IT News). The global Electronic Health Records (EHR) market is projected to generate $28.6 billion in revenue in 2024, reflecting a consistent growth trajectory (market.us).
Epic is heavily investing in artificial intelligence, with more than 60 AI-related development projects underway in 2024. These projects aim to enhance clinical efficiency, personalize patient experiences, and improve operational efficiency. Notable innovations include tools to summarize patient chart information, create first drafts of responses to patient messages, and implement ambient listening features for better documentation during patient visits. (Epic)
Epic is also focusing on interoperability, enabling seamless integration with a wide array of healthcare systems, including diagnostic tools and external applications. This commitment to interoperability is part of Epic’s broader strategy to create a comprehensive healthcare network where patient data can be securely shared across various platforms (EMR Finder).
Epic’s latest innovations in 2024 focus on maximizing hospital efficiency and improving patient outcomes. The system now offers advanced analytics to optimize bed utilization and prevent nurse burnout. By analyzing historical occupancy data, planned admissions, and predicted discharges, hospitals can accurately forecast bed needs and align them with nursing schedules. This proactive approach helps address staffing issues before they impact patient care.
Additionally, Epic has enhanced its discharge management capabilities. Leveraging data from Cosmos, the system can now estimate a patient’s length of stay based on factors such as age, diagnosis, and time spent in the Emergency Department. This feature enables hospitals to keep patient discharges on schedule, improving overall patient flow and resource allocation. By combining real-time data analysis with predictive modeling, Epic empowers healthcare providers to make informed decisions that benefit both patients and staff (Epic).
The majority of placements were permanent over the past year at 58%, while contract placements were at 42%.
95% of placements were remote, while 5% were in-office.
A recent survey of our network asked clients what’s the biggest challenge in implementing or upgrading EHR systems.
Our latest jobs report highlights significant trends and insights in Epic Systems hiring, emphasizing the importance of skilled technology experts to manage continuous updates, implementations, and enhancements. With Epic’s growing market share and innovative AI strategies, the demand for specialized talent has never been greater.
Christine Belmonte, Executive Vice President
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