Clinical Applications Coordinator

Kenaitze Indian Tribe • Kenai, AK

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About The Position

The Clinical Applications Coordinator serves as an electronic health record (EHR) specialist in the implementation and ongoing support of multi-service clinical software applications used for the electronic health record (EHR). The Clinical Applications Coordinator supports the daily interface between Health Systems staff and the electronic health record (EHR). The Clinical Applications Coordinator duties involve serving as the coordinator for deploying new portions of the EHR in specified locations, consulting with the Health Systems Departments in customizing software and altering workflow processes in the daily operation of the electronic health record.

Requirements

• Associates degree in health sciences, information technology, or related field; a combination of experience may be substituted for a degree
• Three (3) years' experience in clinical application support
• Must have a valid Alaska State driver's license and must remain insurable under the Tribe's policy
• Basic Life Support certification required, or obtain within 90 days of hire
• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite, or obtain training within 90 days of hire
• Conducts business in a service-oriented manner that is attentive, pleasant, respectful and kind when dealing with un'ina, visitors, co-workers and others
• Ability to multi-task, work independently, and meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently, to plan, coordinate and implement projects and to complete projects on schedule
• Skilled in problem solving, interpersonal relationships in the workplace and conflict resolution
• Working knowledge of current Indian Health Service clinical software applications
• Knowledge of current healthcare industry Privacy Act and security requirements
• Knowledge of Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
• This position is a Covered Position subject to all requirements of the Alaska Barrier Crimes Act (ABCA) and to the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act, (ICPA). ABCA and ICPA requirements apply and must be complied with at all times in order to remain in the position.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge and experience working with cultural diversities

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the implementation and support of all electronic health record (EHR) with the Health Systems Departments
• Manages the customization of the site parameters and addresses integration issues with other software packages
• Analyzes and evaluates processes related to information flow and assists Health Systems Departments
• Provides training to staff on current software applications and new features, and ensures training is scheduled for all new users
• Emphasizes timeliness, accuracy, security and the importance of these functions on every other clinical application
• Promotes an awareness of the importance of data validity and data security
• Coordinates efforts to correct deficiencies and errors that occur in the electronic health record (EHR)
• Ensures compliance with Tribal, federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, Tribal policies and TERO ordinance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees