tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2200696044657232984.post1711748291990400660..comments2024-03-20T22:05:20.761-05:00Comments on Life After Epic: Consulting is better than EpicUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger93125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2200696044657232984.post-48884742523301699742018-04-24T21:18:50.436-05:002018-04-24T21:18:50.436-05:00love this ...love this ...1acrehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15120737221407094181noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2200696044657232984.post-91475574073886560322018-04-18T04:56:49.440-05:002018-04-18T04:56:49.440-05:00thanks for sharingthanks for sharingMembuat Pupuk Organik dari Kotoran Sapihttps://bit.ly/2HrStpcnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2200696044657232984.post-74504565775429599652017-01-23T11:05:13.342-06:002017-01-23T11:05:13.342-06:00Only issue is that the Epic One Stop Shop page is ...Only issue is that the Epic One Stop Shop page is run by a pretty terrible firm. They don't know anything about Epic and are just trying to make a buck off you. Stick to firms that know what they're talking about - it may seem like they're a pass through, but in the long run, those are the firms that will survive.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2200696044657232984.post-45193460349007428882016-12-16T11:26:02.944-06:002016-12-16T11:26:02.944-06:00Another good place to connect with Epic employers ...Another good place to connect with Epic employers and like minded Consultants is by joining the Epic focused social groups on LinkedIn. I am in "Epic One Stop Shop" and constantly find interesting articles, advice on issues, problem solving forums and new jobs. From time to time, when facing a particularly taxing issue, by posting in the group, other active members have come up with some sound advice and elegant solutions. I get regular updates from them, without being bombarded. You can follow the link at https://www.linkedin.com/groups/727967. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2200696044657232984.post-60668072012962065022016-07-12T15:14:33.113-05:002016-07-12T15:14:33.113-05:00Unless you know the client, the likelihood that th...Unless you know the client, the likelihood that they would execute a new MSA with you, especially when you bring no other consulting background, is slim to none. Both Vonlay and BlueTree have options where they supply remote staff to clients, so you could start there.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2200696044657232984.post-89724472305608375782016-04-25T14:33:10.925-05:002016-04-25T14:33:10.925-05:00I recently left Epic and worked on an app that is ...I recently left Epic and worked on an app that is already seeing a lot of growth and will continue for the foreseeable future. When my non-compete is up next year, is it doable to be an independent consultant (not affiliated with a Sagacious or Nordic, etc) and work remotely? While I understand this will diminish the client pool, I don't really want to get back into the traveling every week lifestyle. Most build does not require me to be on site (although if I got a local client, I would obviously be on site whenever possible). Do clients ever work with remote consultants, and do they work with independent consultants?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2200696044657232984.post-33125583922955335862016-01-05T12:34:45.724-06:002016-01-05T12:34:45.724-06:00It all depends on the consulting firm. The hospita...It all depends on the consulting firm. The hospital I work for has hired some complete duds from reputable consulting firms, so if you're certified at all then there's a chance. That being said, actual build experience is desirable. Get an analyst/build position at a hospital, get some experience, then go into consulting. TheAdministratorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02524692634914987190noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2200696044657232984.post-35880155871341334062015-12-26T14:26:50.024-06:002015-12-26T14:26:50.024-06:00None. You are not a consultant. Consultants bring ...None. You are not a consultant. Consultants bring years of experience, this why they get paid well. Take a full time job at a health system and be happy with it. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2200696044657232984.post-56502699622258224082015-12-22T13:00:17.002-06:002015-12-22T13:00:17.002-06:00I have been doing ATE Support on Go Lives for the ...I have been doing ATE Support on Go Lives for the past 3 years, I have 20+ years clinical experience and recently was able to get a HealthCare system to sponsor me to become Epic Certified (I don't work for the HealthCare Company, they agreed to it as I was a key part of a multi-phase go live implementation). I passed the certification process pretty quick and easy. What are my realistic expectations for consulting work? I have a ton of real life Radiant experience and am certified... but limited build experience.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2200696044657232984.post-10476703281965724912015-12-09T09:03:00.254-06:002015-12-09T09:03:00.254-06:00All depends on how much you're willing to trav...All depends on how much you're willing to travel, what application(s) you know, and how much experience you have. Lots of consulting work out there still if you have a lot of experience especially in a more niche app.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2200696044657232984.post-55585851523265169562015-12-09T09:01:55.894-06:002015-12-09T09:01:55.894-06:00You could potentially work as a CT, but not as a s...You could potentially work as a CT, but not as a standard consultant.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2200696044657232984.post-75255450629761891492015-12-05T07:19:44.255-06:002015-12-05T07:19:44.255-06:00It's almost the end of 2015. I'm currently...It's almost the end of 2015. I'm currently a FTE thinking about going into consulting. Am I too late? Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2200696044657232984.post-90321909380676868262015-09-03T19:24:55.350-05:002015-09-03T19:24:55.350-05:00I have 3 years experience with Epic, participated ...I have 3 years experience with Epic, participated in 4 go lives and a SME with Resolute HB but no certification. Do you know of any companies that would hire me without the certification?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2200696044657232984.post-43441665287720678802015-06-09T10:19:43.448-05:002015-06-09T10:19:43.448-05:00It's possible--I've seen hospitals send co...It's possible--I've seen hospitals send consultants to get certified. However, the custom apps bit raises red flags. If Epic knows that you intend to do that, I expect you risk being blacklisted. TheAdministratorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02524692634914987190noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2200696044657232984.post-73138642107361947672015-06-08T20:20:42.908-05:002015-06-08T20:20:42.908-05:00I currently run an Healthcare IT consulting compan...I currently run an Healthcare IT consulting company that does project outsourcing (not offshoring). I have a large EPIC client who wants to hire us to write custom apps for them using their EPIC data. Will EPIC allow my team to get certified through our partner's umbrella? (we have no experience with EPIC)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2200696044657232984.post-34627909507214126172015-04-13T15:32:32.066-05:002015-04-13T15:32:32.066-05:00They do not.They do not.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2200696044657232984.post-72572038110975500582015-03-30T10:26:51.127-05:002015-03-30T10:26:51.127-05:00I'll refer you here: http://firedfromepic.blog...I'll refer you here: http://firedfromepic.blogspot.com/2012/08/consulting-firms-that-are-more-worth-it.html<br /><br />The comments will have more recent feedback. There have been changes since I wrote the post originally, with acquisitions, rumors of Epic's own consulting arm, etc. TheAdministratorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02524692634914987190noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2200696044657232984.post-69258351781817859802015-03-30T10:05:26.065-05:002015-03-30T10:05:26.065-05:00Hi, I'm looking into going to consulting. I w...Hi, I'm looking into going to consulting. I was wondering if you could please recommend some of the better consulting firms you have worked and dealt with. I am currently based in Chicago. My preference is to deal with local consulting firms, but I don't mind dealing with out of state firms. <br /><br />Also, what is your opinions about the big consulting firms such as Deloitte and Accenture?<br /><br />Thanks.<br /><br />Note: Sorry, I had to post this again. I forgot to click "Notify me".Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2200696044657232984.post-14864755108413152172015-02-25T17:04:12.774-06:002015-02-25T17:04:12.774-06:00What qualifies an Epic Customer as an 'Active&...What qualifies an Epic Customer as an 'Active' implementation? My company has been live since October 2014 and we are currently in the maintenance/optimization phase. Would that be considered 'Active'? I'm looking to get back into consulting but the company that is looking to hire me is stating if Epic tells them that we are an Active Install, then they cannot hire me.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2200696044657232984.post-56686358276462342452014-12-13T12:07:47.359-06:002014-12-13T12:07:47.359-06:00"How do you feel the market will turn for 201..."How do you feel the market will turn for 2015? Ive noticed that it seemed to dry up in 2014."<br /><br />I'm an FTE Analyst at a customer site/hospital in a major city. Just started a month ago coming over from another department in the hospital. It's definitely slowing down and the contracts are getting shorter and shorter. We hired several consultants for my app/module. My permanent team consist of myself, my TL, and another analyst that has 2 years of experience. I have 3 to 4 months to get my certification. The consultants have 3 month contracts that will NOT be renewed. So whatever issues we might have after they leave will have to be settled with our small team of three, our T.S person, and the other FTE Epic people that work here on other apps. For the first year after implementation and go-live, 90% of the Epic workers were consultants. We are now down to 10% and 80-90% FTE's that came over from other departments/hired. This was done of course for financial/other issues. During work I hear the consultants being very upset over the even stricter non-compete rules and the fact that the market is slowing down. I don't know what the future holds.........Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2200696044657232984.post-22396820436489039312014-11-17T18:03:43.020-06:002014-11-17T18:03:43.020-06:00Getting solicited for market predictions: that'...Getting solicited for market predictions: that's a new one. I'll try to keep the power from going to my head.<br /><br />I only have experience with a couple areas of the United States' healthcare market, so keep that in mind when you're weighing my advice. <br /><br />For longtime Epic customers (I'm drawing the line at 2010 and earlier), there will always be a demand for troubleshooting/support. Surescripts, medication vendor loads, IMO--these are time consuming tasks that need to happen constantly. I've seen organizations that have FTEs that do one of these tasks, and pretty much nothing else. For longtime customers, there will also always be a demand for project analysts. Things like MU, ICD-10--the goalposts are constantly moving and the build required is not something that can easily be put down and picked up by multiple analysts. <br /><br />Consulting, in my view, is more likely to trend towards longer assignments working on maintenance-related activities. Anyone who will implement Epic likely already has. If there are Cernovers, the hospital already has an IT department capable of doing the implementation. They may hire consultants for an implementation, but that won't be a guarantee and I expect positions doing implementations to be the exception, not the norm. <br /><br />Remote support is a great idea, but the adoption of that will depend on how bleeding-edge the healthcare organization likes to be. I know of some organizations that have allowed it, and others that expressly forbid it, even to the tune of not allowing their local FTEs the permission to work from home. <br /><br />Basically, you may as well be an FTE. With longer assignments, you might as well get the benefits that go with FTEness. TheAdministratorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02524692634914987190noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2200696044657232984.post-76259753831419562782014-11-16T21:10:33.762-06:002014-11-16T21:10:33.762-06:00I'm also interested in the answer.I'm also interested in the answer.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2200696044657232984.post-15402964418029195162014-11-15T15:39:42.239-06:002014-11-15T15:39:42.239-06:00How do you feel the market will turn for 2015? Ive...How do you feel the market will turn for 2015? Ive noticed that it seemed to dry up in 2014. Im certified in Epic ambulatory and inpatient orders with mostly application support, enhancement, and some upgrade experience. I currently took a FTE position due to the slowness in the consulting market with limited implementing experience. Would it be good idea to stay FTE or try to get back in the consulting market? Going forward, what do you see being in higher demand over the next few years with Epic going international? As well as remote support opportunities? <br /><br />thanks,Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2200696044657232984.post-49287761165930232622014-08-12T12:20:31.009-05:002014-08-12T12:20:31.009-05:00so what about an Epic certified person with little...so what about an Epic certified person with little experience. who is your company?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2200696044657232984.post-54110897678917838112014-07-10T10:07:23.199-05:002014-07-10T10:07:23.199-05:00On the list of questions that you should never ask...On the list of questions that you should never ask during an interview, this ranks up there. If the answer is important to you, then you're probably not the right candidate for the job. <br /><br />That being said, I'm not aware of Epic ever administering drug tests. 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