Associate Software Engineer

TMC Bonham Hospital

  • King of Prussia, PA
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 23 days ago
Job Description:ResponsibilitiesOne of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 300 corporation, annual revenues were $15.8 billion in 2024. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 99,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.The Corporate IS Department is seeking a dynamic and talented Associate Software Engineer.The Associate Software Engineer assists senior development staff in the analysis of business requirements and needs of the Corporate and facility customers, and using Microsoft .NET Technologies, designs, develops, implements, supports, and maintains Web-based applications that meet those requirements. Monitors the resolution of maintenance or enhancement issues assigned by the Manager of the Custom Application Development team. Implements modifications to existing applications that will effectively accomplish desired objectives. Provides technical support to UHS entities as needed. Meets deadlines and ensures continued progress toward assignment completion. Shares experience with other members of team. Typically works on smaller projects and systems while assisting the more experienced analysts on larger projects and systems. Under guidance of senior staff, assists and interacts with the user community regarding application design and support.Key Responsibilities include:System Implementation:
  • Designs, codes, tests and documents new systems or enhancements to existing systems.
  • Assists in recommending application solutions to meet business need.
  • Participates in meetings with users, vendors, and IS staff to develop/modify system specifications.
  • Supports the implementations of applications and prepares the appropriate documentation.
  • Performs system testing and documentation for all phases of the application development life cycle.
  • Performs Q/A on application functionality.
  • Researches and resolves implementation-related application issues.
  • Adheres to appropriate UHS Project Management standards.
  • Ensures strict adherence to work plans, reporting all serious deviations to management.
  • Assists with the training of users in operating procedures for application.
System Maintenance/Support:
  • Researches and resolves application related tickets including major application upgrades.
  • Adheres to UHS Service Level and Change Management Policies.
  • Establishes and maintains regular communications with user community.
  • Identifies potential system problems and propose ways to avert them.
  • Creates and maintains effective program documentation.
Administration and Oversight:
  • Maintains Service Excellence principles.
  • Prepares and submits status reports to supervisor as required.
  • Keeps management well informed of activities, needs, problems.
  • Adheres to structured programming, analysis, and design techniques.
  • Performs other tasks as required by management.
QualificationsPosition Requirements:Knowledge:
  • This position requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Systems with a preference of knowledge and/or experience in one or more of the following disciplines:
  • Web Development using ASP.NET, JQuery, HTML, CSS and Responsive Design
  • Application coding using C# and Object Oriented design principles
  • Database programming using ADO.NET, Entity Framework and MS SQL Server coding including the use of stored procedures, functions, triggers and ad hoc queries
  • Application design and development methodologies, or any combination of education and experience that provides the skills and abilities necessary to perform this job
Skills:
  • Basic knowledge of current web development methodologies
  • Knowledge of system application implementation, enhancement and support methods and practices
  • Basic knowledge of computer systems analysis and programming techniques and procedures, including: consulting with users to determine hardware, software or system functional specifications; design, development, documentation, analysis, creation, testing, coding, debugging, or modification of computer systems or programs based on and related to user design specifications. Basic knowledge of project management methods. Working knowledge of project development life cycle including requirements gathering, analysis, writing specifications, design, implementation, testing, delivery and post-live support
  • Experience with Object Oriented software development
  • Excellent analytical and technical troubleshooting skills
  • Ability to work both as part of a team and independently
  • Excellent interpersonal skills to build and maintain cooperative relationships with customers and team members
  • Ability to work on multiple tasks and adapt to changing priorities
  • Basic knowledge of IS standards and quality methods and metrics
  • General familiarity of user business practices, concepts and terminology sufficient to support the applications
  • Language proficiency in English, with excellent written and verbal fluency
  • Ability to clearly convey and assimilate information, and prepare detailed specifications and documentation
  • Ability to multi-task while effectively managing time and meeting deadlines
This opportunity provides the following:
  • Challenging and rewarding work environment
  • Growth and development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
  • 401k plan with company match
  • Generous Paid Time Off
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