MIS - Analyst Programmer

GULF COAST REGIONAL BLOOD CENTER

Location: 1400 La Concha, Houston, Texas 77054

Position Title: Analyst Programmer

Function Titles: Computer Programmer; Software Developer; Programmer

Join our team of heroes!

Are you looking for more than a job? We are hiring a detail-oriented Analyst Programmer with strong analytical skills, written and verbal communication skills, with interpersonal skills that can work in a team environment.

The Analyst Programmer is responsible for programming and analysis of projects assigned by the Manager of Business Applications.

This role is great for those who has patience, ability to pay attention to details, creativity, and a desire to learn.

Just For You:

• Career advancement opportunities.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Engaging and exciting opportunity to SAVE LIVES.

Tips to thrive in our culture:

• Embody our Core Values of Commitment, Integrity, and Respect
• Work to actively create experiences that inspire others to save lives, each and every day.
• Embrace doing it right, making connections, and creating desired experiences.
• Comply with all organizational policies and standards, including safety rules, and be willing to report actual and potential violations to the appropriate supervisor or manager.

In this role, you’ll:

• Leads fact finding to develop and/or modify information systems or test plans as assigned, able to set up test data, perform unit/development testing and participate in the user testing process.  When errors are discovered, initiates corrective action.
• Leads or develops program specifications including database design, program specifications and process flowcharts.
• Designs, codes, tests and debugs programs or test process according to procedures.
• Prepares and maintains programs documentation for own programs.
• Trains users on new and modified software or related hardware.
• Assists with Database Administrator functions.
• Resolve or refer customer issues in a timely and courteous manner.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and standards applicable to assigned responsibilities.
• Writes SQL queries and publishes reports from various data bases and platforms.
• Additional duties as assigned.

We need someone who has:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field from an accredited college or university or equivalent experience is required. 
• Two years of experience developing client server or browser-based applications, utilizing an Oracle or SQL Server data base is also required. 
• Prior experience with 3 or more of the following languages or technologies: VB, ASP, ColdFusion, DTS, PL/SQL, Business Objects, Crystal Reports, Crystal Enterprise or database administration.

Physical Demands:

I The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to operate a computer and other office machinery and remain in a stationary position.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.  Employees are required to be familiar with and abide by the team lift requirements as specified in the Safety Program.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to blood and/or blood components, as well as any other biohazard materials. 

Who We Are:

Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center is a non-profit 501 (c) (3) organization and is accredited, licensed, and inspected by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), AABB as well as local and state authorities. Serving the largest medical campus in the world, The Blood Center has grown to more than 650 employees and serves more than 170 hospitals and health care institutions in the 26-county Texas Gulf Coast, Brazos Valley, and East Texas regions. As it pertains to stability, we have been in business for over 45 years with no threat of mergers or acquisitions; and growing stronger as we gain more partnerships within the business community. 

Think you have what it takes to save lives with us? We want to hear from you.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT

The Blood Center is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants for positions are considered without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, military status, protected veteran status, disability status, genetic testing results, or any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable law, statute, regulation or Executive Order.