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Remote Epic Willow Analyst (Pharmacy)

Provide Epic Willow build, medication order configuration, and pharmacy clinical workflow support — from home.

$42–$72 / hour 100% Remote Full-Time / Part-Time Multiple U.S. States

Job Overview

Virelia Health connects Epic Willow analysts with opportunities across Epic Willow pharmacy build, medication order configuration, and remote pharmacy clinical application support.

We are seeking qualified Epic Willow Analysts (Pharmacy) for remote opportunities supporting Epic Willow build and support organizations, health systems, hospital pharmacies, Epic implementation partners, and pharmacy informatics teams.

A Remote Epic Willow Analyst (Pharmacy) provides Epic Willow build, medication order configuration, and pharmacy clinical workflow support. Working within their Epic Willow certification and pharmacy clinical informatics scope, the Epic Willow analyst builds and optimizes Epic Willow pharmacy applications, supports medication ordering workflows, and provides Willow support to pharmacy and clinical users across the organization.

This position is well-suited to an experienced Epic Willow analyst with Epic Willow certification, pharmacy clinical workflow knowledge, and medication order build experience who wants to work in a virtual setting — providing meaningful Epic Willow pharmacy support with schedule flexibility and without the demands of a facility-based environment.

The specific Willow module focus, pharmacy workflow, and scope of responsibilities will depend on the employer and assignment.

This opportunity may be suitable for professionals searching for remote Epic Willow analyst jobs, work-from-home Epic Willow analyst jobs, remote Epic pharmacy analyst jobs, virtual Willow analyst, or telehealth Epic Willow analyst roles.

Structured Virtual Willow Analyst Work with Predictable Hours

Virtual Epic Willow analyst work runs on scheduled build and support cycles, giving your workday predictability and structure. Programs typically offer daytime weekday coverage, with some programs supporting on-call or release-weekend coverage. Many programs offer flexible 8- or 10-hour days, and some analysts work 4-day compressed weeks or part-time schedules. There are no facility floor assignments and no physical demands. We offer both full-time and part-time positions. Discuss your preferred schedule during your interview.

What You'll Do

As a Remote Epic Willow Analyst (Pharmacy), you may support Epic Willow pharmacy applications across a range of virtual Willow analyst encounters.

  • Build and configure Epic Willow pharmacy applications — Willow Inpatient, Willow Ambulatory, and pharmacy module components.
  • Build medication orders — medication records, dose ranges, dispense configurations, and formulary build.
  • Build pharmacy order sets — medication order sets, IV workflows, and pharmacy-specific workflows.
  • Design and optimize pharmacy clinical workflows within Epic Willow.
  • Support Willow upgrades and patches — build validation, testing, and release support.
  • Support pharmacy clinical application support — troubleshooting Willow issues.
  • Support Willow testing — unit, integrated, and regression testing.
  • Support medication decision support build — medication BPAs, dose alerts, and interaction checks.
  • Support pharmacy documentation build — pharmacy notes, MAR documentation, and pharmacy flowsheets.
  • Support HL7 interface coordination — pharmacy interface build and testing.
  • Support Willow reporting — pharmacy reporting and analytics support.
  • Document Willow build accurately in the Epic system and build documentation.
  • Coordinate with pharmacy teams, IT teams, and Epic support as needed.
  • Support Willow training — building and supporting pharmacy training environments.
  • Participate in Willow optimization and pharmacy clinical informatics quality improvement.
  • Maintain current knowledge of Epic Willow functionality, pharmacy workflows, and Epic Willow certification requirements.
  • Protect patient data and maintain HIPAA compliance across all virtual Willow analyst work.

Virtual Epic Willow Analyst Focus

Virtual Epic Willow analyst work is a growing area of pharmacy clinical informatics — driven by increased demand for Epic Willow build and support, expanded telehealth coverage for remote IT work, and the recognition that Willow analysts improve pharmacy workflows and medication safety through optimized Willow build. Virtual Willow analysts extend Willow build reach, support pharmacy teams, and improve pharmacy clinical application quality across organizations.

Depending on the program, virtual Willow analyst work may focus on:

Willow pharmacy build
Medication order configuration
Pharmacy workflow design
Willow application support
Pharmacy documentation build
Medication decision support

The Willow analyst's role is to provide Epic Willow clinical application support within their Epic Willow certification and pharmacy clinical informatics scope — including Willow build, medication order configuration, workflow design, application support, testing, documentation, and pharmacy clinical user support. Clinical decisions, medication therapy decisions, and pharmacy policy decisions remain with pharmacy leadership and clinical leadership; the Willow analyst supports the Willow clinical application and coordinates with pharmacy and IT teams.

This structure keeps the role focused on Willow build, medication order configuration, pharmacy workflow design, documentation, and pharmacy clinical user support.

Medication Order Build & Pharmacy Workflow Design

Effective virtual Willow analyst work depends on strong Willow build skills and pharmacy workflow knowledge — the analyst's technical expertise and pharmacy insight determine how to help pharmacy teams get the most from Willow.

Depending on the program and clinical focus, you may support Willow applications by:

  • Building and configuring Epic Willow pharmacy applications — Willow Inpatient, Willow Ambulatory.
  • Building medication orders — medication records, dose ranges, dispense configurations, formulary.
  • Building pharmacy order sets — medication order sets, IV workflows.
  • Designing and optimizing pharmacy clinical workflows within Epic Willow.
  • Supporting Willow upgrades and patches — build validation, testing, and release.
  • Supporting pharmacy clinical application support — troubleshooting Willow issues.
  • Supporting Willow testing — unit, integrated, and regression testing.
  • Supporting medication decision support build — medication BPAs, dose alerts, interaction checks.
  • Supporting pharmacy documentation build — pharmacy notes, MAR, pharmacy flowsheets.
  • Supporting HL7 interface coordination — pharmacy interface build and testing.
  • Supporting Willow reporting — pharmacy reporting and analytics.
  • Documenting Willow build accurately and consistently.

Technical expertise, pharmacy workflow knowledge, and clear communication are essential — Willow analysts are the IT-pharmacy bridge professionals who help pharmacy teams get the most from Epic Willow.

Virtual Willow Analyst Workflow

A Remote Epic Willow Analyst (Pharmacy) may follow a structured workflow across each virtual Willow analyst encounter.

Depending on the employer's protocols, you may:

Review Pharmacy Build Request Assess Pharmacy Workflow Build Willow Configuration Build Medication Orders Test Willow Build Support Pharmacy Users Document & Escalate If Needed

Medication Safety & HIPAA Compliance

Epic Willow build directly affects medication safety, pharmacy operations, and clinical documentation. All Willow build must be tested thoroughly before deployment and must comply with organizational clinical policy, pharmacy policy, and clinical governance processes. Medication order build must be reviewed by pharmacy leadership. Clinical concerns requiring pharmacist input, patient safety concerns, or build issues affecting medication safety must be escalated following the employer's escalation protocol. Willow analysts must maintain HIPAA compliance and protect patient data across all virtual Willow work.

Required Qualifications

  • Previous experience as an Epic Willow analyst or Epic pharmacy analyst supporting Epic Willow build and support.
  • Epic Willow certification required.
  • Strong medication order build knowledge, pharmacy clinical workflow knowledge, and Willow build experience.
  • Comfortable with Epic Willow, medication ordering, and pharmacy clinical informatics workflows.
  • Pharmacy background (PharmD, RPh, CPhT, or pharmacy clinical credential) is highly preferred.
  • Strong documentation and time-management skills.
  • Ability to work independently in a remote environment.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
  • Reliable internet and a private workspace suitable for confidential clinical application work.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience or certification in any of the following may be beneficial:

Epic Willow Inpatient certification (required)
Epic Willow Ambulatory certification
Epic Beacon (Oncology) certification
Epic Willow Inventory certification
Pharmacy background (PharmD, RPh, CPhT)
Willow medication build experience
Willow upgrade experience
Willow testing experience
Pharmacy interface experience
Remote Willow analyst experience

Skills & Competencies

Epic Willow Analyst Skills

Willow Pharmacy Build
Medication Order Build
Pharmacy Workflow Design
Willow Application Support
Willow Testing
Pharmacy Documentation Build
Medication Decision Support
HL7 Interfaces

Communication & Engagement

Pharmacy User Communication
IT & Pharmacy Collaboration
Active Listening
Ethical Practice
Time Management
Problem Solving
Attention to Detail
Project Coordination

Digital Health & Technology

Epic Willow
Willow Build Tools
Willow Testing Tools
HL7 Interfaces
Secure Messaging
Willow Reporting
Medication Decision Support Tools
HIPAA Compliance

A Typical Day

A typical day may begin by reviewing pharmacy build requests, medication order updates, and support tickets — checking Willow build priorities and pharmacy user questions.

You'll build and configure Epic Willow pharmacy applications — designing pharmacy workflows, building medication orders, and testing the build to ensure it works correctly.

Between build activities, you'll support pharmacy clinical users — troubleshooting Willow issues, answering pharmacy application questions, and supporting medication order and pharmacy documentation builds.

Throughout the day, you'll coordinate with pharmacy teams and IT teams, document Willow build accurately, and support Willow upgrades and testing activities.

The role combines Willow build, medication order configuration, pharmacy workflow design, documentation, and pharmacy clinical user support.

Unlike Epic Beacon analyst work, which focuses on oncology chemotherapy, Epic Willow analyst work focuses specifically on pharmacy and medication workflows — you're the Willow analyst who helps pharmacy teams get the most out of Epic Willow and medication ordering.

Remote Work Environment

This position is designed for remote Epic Willow analyst delivery.

Depending on the employer, you may work with:

Epic Willow
Willow build tools
Willow testing tools
HL7 interfaces
Secure messaging systems
Willow reporting tools

Candidates should have a stable internet connection suitable for Epic remote access, a private workspace suitable for confidential clinical application work, and comfort with multiple Epic Willow and IT systems.

Licensure & State Eligibility

Remote Epic Willow analyst roles are currently in highest demand in states with large Epic health systems, hospital pharmacies, Epic implementation partners, and strong healthcare IT investment:

Top-demand states: California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Illinois, Michigan, Georgia, North Carolina, Arizona, Colorado.

Strong secondary markets: Connecticut, Indiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Missouri, New Jersey, Tennessee, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin.

Epic Willow analysts must maintain current Epic Willow certification. Pharmacy background (PharmD, RPh, CPhT, or pharmacy clinical credential) is highly preferred but not always required. Some employers require pharmacy licensure; others accept Epic Willow certification with relevant analyst experience. Requirements vary by employer. Always confirm the specific certification and licensure requirements with the employer before applying.

Want to know which states accept remote healthcare roles? Read our remote healthcare licensure guide.

Compensation & Benefits

This position offers $42–$72 per hour, based on experience, geographic location, Epic Willow certification, and assignment requirements. Remote Epic Willow analyst roles typically offer scheduled weekday work and structured project cycles.

Benefits are assignment-specific and may vary depending on whether the opportunity is full-time, part-time, contract, or direct hire. Depending on the employer, benefits may include:

Medical insurance
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Paid time off
Retirement savings options
Professional development
Continuing education support
Epic Willow certification support
Clinical supervision
Remote-work arrangements

Why Consider Remote Epic Willow Analyst Work?

Virtual Epic Willow analyst work is expanding rapidly — driven by increased demand for Epic Willow build and support, expanded telehealth coverage for remote IT work, and the recognition that Willow analysts improve pharmacy workflows and medication safety through optimized Willow build.

Many Willow analysts find remote Willow analyst roles appealing because they offer:

  • Meaningful clinical impact — you're helping pharmacy teams get the most out of Epic Willow.
  • Predictable work schedule — structured weekday work without facility floor assignments or physical demands.
  • Willow analyst career pathway — experience translates into Willow analyst leadership, pharmacy informatics leadership, and pharmacy EHR program management.
  • No facility pressures — no unit staffing concerns, no physical demands, no rotating floor coverage.
  • Growing employer demand — Willow build and support organizations, hospital pharmacies, health systems, Epic implementation partners, and pharmacy informatics teams are all hiring remote Willow analysts.

It may be particularly suitable for Willow analysts with Epic Willow certification, pharmacy clinical workflow knowledge, and medication order build experience who want to practice in a structured virtual setting with predictable schedules.

Ready to Join Our Team?

Whether you want full-time stability or part-time flexibility, we have a place for you. Click below to fill out your application and let us know your preferred schedule.

Questions? Contact: hr@virelia-health.com

Remote Work Setup

Remote Work Equipment for This Role

An advanced workstation for EHR analysis, clinical systems, informatics, implementation, training, analytics, and workflow work.

Core equipment

Business-class computerShould comfortably handle browser-based EHRs, analytics tools, remote-access software, and multiple applications.
Two large external monitorsUseful for comparing workflows, specifications, data, tickets, documentation, and EHR screens.
Wired Ethernet connectionPreferred where available for stable remote-access and systems work.
USB headsetUseful for meetings, training sessions, support calls, and collaboration.
UPS or battery backupProvides continuity during short power interruptions.

Recommended additions

USB-C docking stationConvenient for connecting multiple monitors, Ethernet, keyboard, mouse, and other peripherals.
WebcamUseful for implementation meetings, training, demonstrations, and collaboration.
Backup internet connectionUseful when work depends on continuous access to enterprise systems.
SmartphoneCommonly used for authentication and work communication.
Important: Employer-provided VPN, remote-access software, security controls, and EHR credentials should be used. Hardware specifications can vary considerably by employer and application.

Why Choose Virelia Health for Epic Willow Analyst Roles?

We match Epic Willow analyst talent with the pharmacy Willow programs that need them most.

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Meaningful Clinical Impact

You're helping pharmacy teams get the most out of Epic Willow.

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Scheduled Work Days

Predictable weekday work without facility floor assignments or physical demands.

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Willow Employer Network

We work with Willow build and support organizations, hospital pharmacies, health systems, Epic implementation partners, and pharmacy informatics teams nationwide.

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Pathway into Pharmacy Informatics Leadership

Remote Willow analyst experience opens doors into Willow analyst leadership, pharmacy informatics leadership, and pharmacy EHR program management.

Our Hiring Process for Epic Willow Analysts

1

Apply Online

Submit your application and highlight your Epic Willow certification, Willow build experience, and pharmacy workflow knowledge.

2

Willow Screening

We review your Epic Willow certification, Willow build experience, and pharmacy informatics background.

3

Employer Interview

Meet the Willow team and learn about the pharmacy module focus, clinical application, and platform.

4

Platform Training & Go-Live

Complete Willow platform training and begin Willow analyst work with full support.

Find Your Perfect Fit

Full-time career or part-time side gig? You decide. Apply now and tell us what schedule works for you.

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