Clinical Informaticist I

Hospital Sisters Health System • Effingham, IL

2d • $33 - $49

About The Position

Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) is seeking a Clinical Informaticist I to join our team. The Clinical Informaticist I promotes the knowledge, integration and application of healthcare information technology to make solution recommendations to assist in clinical targets, the organization's vision and strategic goals, and industry best practices. This position drives the optimal, efficient and effective use of clinical information systems and technology as it relates to patient care, patient safety, user satisfaction, clinical productivity and quality outcomes. Provides basic level support to bridge the gap between people, processes, introductory clinical knowledge and technology in the inpatient and/or ambulatory settings. Throughout communities in Illinois and Wisconsin, 13 hospitals, numerous community-based health centers and clinics, our 13,000+ colleagues have built a culture based on our solid core values of respect, care, competence, and joy. These are the ideals we believe in, work by, and live each day. Built upon more than 145 years of service to the communities we serve, we now look to the future and our place in it as a health care system that strives to continually improve processes, procedures, and outcomes with the latest and most advanced technologies and treatments. Regardless of how far our passion for excellence carries us, our focus will always remain on the most important person in our entire organization: The patient. Imagine an organization where you’re empowered to care for all who need assistance, regardless of means. To provide quality, patient-centered, holistic care—and build caring relationships. To master innovations that make a profound difference within our halls, throughout our communities, and into the future. All of these aspirations are within your reach at Hospital Sisters Health System, a multi-institutional health care system serving communities throughout Illinois and Wisconsin. Become part of our team in a wide array of areas and enjoy an experience beyond belief. Throughout communities in Illinois and Wisconsin, 13 hospitals, numerous community-based health centers and clinics, our 11,000+ colleagues have built a culture based on our solid core values of respect, care, competence, and joy. These are the ideals we believe in, work by, and live each day. Built upon more than 145 years of service to the communities we serve, we now look to the future and our place in it as a health care system that strives to continually improve processes, procedures, and outcomes with the latest and most advanced technologies and treatments. Regardless of how far our passion for excellence carries us, our focus will always remain on the most important person in our entire organization: The patient. HSHS requires COVID-19 vaccines or an approved medical or religious exemption for all colleagues. This does not apply to positions that are classified as 100% remote.

Requirements

• Associates degree in nursing, respiratory therapy, cardiopulmonary science, information technology, education, training or related field is required.
• High School diploma plus 3 years of experience in medical, allied health, information technology, education, training or related experience is required.
• 3 years of nursing, medical, allied health, information technology, training, or relevant experience is required.
• Current valid driver’s license is required.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing, respiratory therapy, cardiopulmonary science or related field is strongly preferred.
• Master’s Degree in Nursing, Informatics, Computer Science or Information Technology is preferred.
• Experience supporting Epic or other comparable electronic health records (EHR), and other clinical IT applications used by clinicians is preferred.
• Experience in project management, workflow design, process improvement, clinical care transformation and end user education/training is preferred.
• Informatics or super user experience is preferred.
• Current, valid license as a Registered Nurse, Allied Health Professional, or Registered Respiratory therapist in state of practice is strongly preferred.
• Certification from American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Informatics, Certified Associate in Healthcare Information and Management Systems (CAHIMS), Certified Professional in Healthcare Information and Management Systems (CPHIMS) or other related certification is preferred.
• Epic certification is preferred.

Benefits

• HSHS provides a benefits package designed to support the overall well-being of our colleagues including their physical, emotional, financial, spiritual, and work health.
• Colleagues budgeted to work at least 32 hours per pay period are eligible for HSHS benefits.
• Comprehensive and affordable health coverage includes medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time colleagues.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need.
• Retirement benefits including HSHS contributions.
• Education Assistance benefits include up to $4,000 of educational assistance each calendar year and tuition discounts to select colleges with no waiting period.
• Adoption Assistance provides financial support up to $7,500 for colleagues growing their families through adoption to reimburse application and legal fees, transportation, and more!
• Other benefits include: Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, ID theft coverage, colleague rewards and recognition program, discount program, and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree