Contractor Opportunity : Software Engineering - Packaged/SaaS Application Engineer
Location: Remote
Engagement Type: Contractor via Third-Party Supplier
Contracting Entity: Accenture
Supplier of Record: BCforward
Start Date: 7/1/2026
Duration: 6 Months with potential for extension
About the Role
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Epic Willow Ambulatory Analyst to join our Healthcare IT team. This role serves as a subject matter expert (SME) and technical lead for outpatient, retail, and specialty pharmacy workflows within the Epic EHR platform.
The successful candidate will bring 4+ years of healthcare IT experience and will be responsible for the day-to-day support, configuration, and optimization of the Epic Willow Ambulatory module.
The Analyst works in close collaboration with Accenture team members, the Epic software vendor, offshore support teams, and client stakeholders to deliver high-quality application support and enhancements in a dynamic healthcare environment.
This remote opportunity is open to individuals located in the United States .
Additionally, the role requires access to reliable internet and the ability to manage all responsibilities from a home office. The project hours of operations will be Monday – Friday , in which candidate must be available to work an 8-hour shift between 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM Eastern Time .
Contractors will be engaged and paid by a third-party payroll supplier, BCforward , which will serve as the employer of record for tax and compliance purposes.
Key Responsibilities
Core Duties
Act as the primary subject matter expert (SME) for Epic Willow Ambulatory workflows, configuration, and troubleshooting
Manage and prioritize daily application support activities, ensuring incidents and service requests are resolved within defined SLAs
Perform root cause analysis and resolve application issues related to eRx, refills, prior authorizations, POS workflows, and device integrations
Partner with clinical and operational stakeholders to translate pharmacy needs into effective Epic solutions
Deliverables or Project Scope
Configure, build, and optimize Epic Willow Ambulatory modules to support outpatient and specialty pharmacy operations
Support system design, testing, go‑live readiness, and post‑implementation stabilization activities
Maintain accurate system documentation, build specifications, workflows, and testing artifacts
Support multi‑site implementations, workflow scaling, audit readiness, and regulatory compliance initiatives
Collaboration Tools or Platforms
Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams)
Epic EHR platform with a focus on Willow Ambulatory and integrated pharmacy applications
Interfaces and third‑party integrations including Surescripts and point‑of‑sale (POS) systems
Collaboration with offshore support teams using standard ITSM and communication tools
Engagement with clinical and operational stakeholders including pharmacists, nurses, physicians, and pharmacy operations teams
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Healthcare Informatics, Pharmacy, or a related field OR equivalent relevant work experience
Active and current Epic Willow Ambulatory certification required; certification must be maintained throughout the engagement
Minimum of 4 years of experience supporting Epic applications in a healthcare IT environment
Demonstrated hands‑on experience with Epic Willow Ambulatory configuration, build, and support
Experience supporting ambulatory pharmacy workflows, including medication ordering, dispensing, inventory, and POS processes
Proven experience managing day‑to‑day EHR application support, including incident resolution and SLA adherence
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and root‑cause analysis skills
Ability to communicate effectively with clinical stakeholders, including pharmacists, nurses, and physicians
Preferred Qualifications
Additional Epic certifications such as Willow Inpatient, Home Infusion, Bugsy, or related Epic modules
Experience working with Surescripts interfaces, error queues, and electronic prescribing workflows
Familiarity with 340B billing, pharmacy benefits administration, and pharmacy revenue cycle processes
Prior experience working with offshore or distributed support teams
Background in healthcare IT consulting or large, complex health system environments
Experience developing system documentation, testing artifacts, and end‑user training materials
Additional Information / Requirements
Epic & EHR Proficiency
Epic Willow Ambulatory configuration and build
EHR system design, testing, and implementation
Workflow analysis and optimization
Troubleshooting and root cause analysis
Data handling, reporting, and validation
Surescripts interface and error queue management
Point-of-sale (POS) workflows and device integration
340B billing and pharmacy benefits administration
How to Apply
Please register and submit your resume at Avature Contractor Exchange . Qualified candidates will be contacted by Accenture’s Direct Sourcing team for initial screening, then by BCforward for next steps.
Compliance Notes
This is a contractor role administered through a third-party payroll supplier. The supplier will determine compensation, benefits, and applicable employment policies. The contractor will not be eligible for employee benefits from Accenture.
The supplier will ensure compliance with applicable federal and state laws including ADA, FMLA, and local ordinances.
Contractors must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for work authorization in the United States.
Individuals currently employed by a client of Accenture or an affiliated Accenture business may not be eligible for consideration.
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Compensation Disclosure
Compensation for contractor roles supporting Accenture is determined by the contractor’s employer BCforward , and varies depending on factors such as location, role, skill set, and experience.
As required by law, below you’ll find the reasonable range of compensation BCforward expects to pay for this role as set forth below.
We anticipate this contractor role will be posted until 6/25/2026.
BCforward offers a market competitive suite of benefits including but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.
See more information on our benefits here: https://www.bcforward.com/bcforward-benefits/
Location
Hourly Range
California
$65 – $79
Colorado
$58 – $70
Cleveland, OH
$54 – $63
District of Columbia
$63 – $75
Illinois
$58 – $70
Maine
$55 – $65
Maryland
$60 – $72
Massachusetts
$65 – $77
Minnesota
$58 – $70
New York
$63 – $77
New Jersey
$63 – $75
Virginia
$58 – $70
Washington
$65 – $79
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