Epic Tapestry UM Analyst

^Remote Work **Must be authorized to work in USA. Job Description: We are seeking an experienced Epic Tapestry Utilization Management Analyst to design, build, optimize, and support UM processes focused on authorizations and referrals. The ideal candidate is Epic Tapestry UM Certified, has practical experience with Tapestry Care Link, and is adept at translating payer and network operations needs into scalable Epic solutions. You will partner with UM leadership, clinical reviewers, provider relations, care management, claims, and integration teams to enable compliant, efficient, and transparent UM determinations that reduce administrative burden and improve member and provider experience. Preferred: * Additional Epic credentials (e.g., Tapestry Benefits/Contracts, Claims, Care Management, Member Enrollment, Security). • Experience with EDI X12 278/275 workflows and payer integration patterns. • Familiarity with industry clinical criteria tools (InterQual, MCG) and attachment management. • Exposure to provider portal strategies and delegated entity oversight. • Clinical background (e.g., RN) or strong experience partnering with clinical reviewers and Medical Directors. • Prior experience in payers/health plans, delegated risk provider groups, or large IDNs with plan operations. Key Responsibilities Solution Design & Build • Configure and optimize Tapestry UM workflows for prior authorizations (e.g., medical, behavioral health, pharmacy-to-medical crossovers) and referrals (in- and out-of-network), including routing rules, WQs, templates, smart text, decision trees, and notification logic. • Leverage Tapestry Care Link for external provider access—set up roles, security, workflows, documentation tools, and training materials to support referring providers, delegated entities, and partners. • Align UM workflows with benefit plan configuration, provider network tiering, care management touchpoints, and claims adjudication. Required skills: * Epic Tapestry Utilization Management Certification (active). • 3–5+ years hands-on Epic Tapestry UM build/support experience specifically in UM authorizations and referrals. • Demonstrated experience implementing and supporting Tapestry Care Link for external provider/referral workflows. • Proven ability to configure UM routing rules, workqueues, decisioning tools, letters/notifications, and SLAs. • Solid understanding of payer operations and UM regulations (e.g., CMS timelines, state TATs, HIPAA, NCQA), including denial and appeal pathways. • Experience with testing lifecycle (unit → SIT → UAT), defect management, and release/hypercare processes. • Strong analytical skills; proficiency with SQL/Clarity/Caboodle/SlicerDicer (read/interpret) and operational reporting for UM KPIs. • Effective communicator with the ability to translate business requirements into system design; strong documentation and presentation skills. This is a remote position. Compensation: $50.00 per hour We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Vytwo Technologies is a global leader in enterprise application integration, delivering end-to-end IT consulting and business services for mid to large-scale organizations. We offer a comprehensive suite of solutions including business and technology consulting, Cloud,e-business and digital transformation services, system integration, custom application development, re-engineering, and long-term application support.