Clinical Informatics Analyst II

Phoebe Putney Health System•Albany, GA

20h

About The Position

Description: Job Summary: Works collaboratively with users of clinical information systems, including nurses, physicians, ancillary staff, management, and information systems analysts. Responsible for coordinating aspects of planning, design, development, implementation, maintenance and evaluation of clinical information systems. Utilizes the knowledge and skills of clinical practice to determine clinical functions that are suitable for computer application and to ensure the Information systems are consistent with professional standards of clinical practice. Essential Functions: Supports the organization's mission. Implements information system applications consistent with the hospital's patient care philosophy. Provides guidance to clinical departments in identifying, developing, implementing and maintaining efficient, effective clinical information systems. Initiates, maintains and communicates action plans regarding system implementation and support to appropriate members of hospital staff. Collaborates with teams to develop policies and procedures pertaining to use of clinical information systems. Maintains knowledge of standards of accreditation agencies and incorporates same into clinical information systems design standards. Develops and participates in structured training courses for new system upgrades and collaborations with clinical users. Communicates complex concepts and issues effectively (written and oral) across all levels within the organization. Facilitates problem solving within and between departments. Maintains membership on, or consultation to, appropriate committees, work groups or task forces as needed to facilitate the ongoing process of the design, implementation and revision of automated and manual components of the clinical information system. Conducts meetings and presentations effectively and professionally. Supports the organization's mission. Implements information system applications consistent with the hospital's patient care philosophy. Provides guidance to clinical departments in identifying, developing, implementing and maintaining efficient, effective clinical information systems. Initiates, maintains and communicates action plans regarding system implementation and support to appropriate members of hospital staff. Collaborates with teams to develop policies and procedures pertaining to use of clinical information systems. Maintains knowledge of standards of accreditation agencies and incorporates same into clinical information systems design standards. Develops and participates in structured training courses for new system upgrades and collaborations with clinical users. Communicates complex concepts and issues effectively (written and oral) across all levels within the organization. Facilitates problem solving within and between departments. Maintains membership on, or consultation to, appropriate committees, work groups or task forces as needed to facilitate the ongoing process of the design, implementation and revision of automated and manual components of the clinical information system. Conducts meetings and presentations effectively and professionally. Additional Duties: Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines. Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization. Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures. Maintains current Knowledge in present areas of responsibility to include any specialty certification requirements (i.e., self-education, attends ongoing educational programs). Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time. Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs. For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills. Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (Required)
3 years’ experience in Clinical Informatics. (Required)
3 years’ change management experience. (Required)
3 years’ experience with large-scale education roll out. (Required)
3 years’ Project Management experience in a healthcare setting. (Required)
3 years’ experience in implementing and/or upgrading a clinical application in a healthcare setting. (Required)
3 years of Clinical Experience. (Required)
RN - Registered Nurse- RT, PT/OT or Current Georgia Licensure in Healthcare related field. (Required upon hire)
Clinical Informaticist Certification (Required upon hire)

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree. (Preferred)

Responsibilities

Works collaboratively with users of clinical information systems, including nurses, physicians, ancillary staff, management, and information systems analysts.
Responsible for coordinating aspects of planning, design, development, implementation, maintenance and evaluation of clinical information systems.
Utilizes the knowledge and skills of clinical practice to determine clinical functions that are suitable for computer application and to ensure the Information systems are consistent with professional standards of clinical practice.
Supports the organization's mission.
Implements information system applications consistent with the hospital's patient care philosophy.
Provides guidance to clinical departments in identifying, developing, implementing and maintaining efficient, effective clinical information systems.
Initiates, maintains and communicates action plans regarding system implementation and support to appropriate members of hospital staff.
Collaborates with teams to develop policies and procedures pertaining to use of clinical information systems.
Maintains knowledge of standards of accreditation agencies and incorporates same into clinical information systems design standards.
Develops and participates in structured training courses for new system upgrades and collaborations with clinical users.
Communicates complex concepts and issues effectively (written and oral) across all levels within the organization.
Facilitates problem solving within and between departments.
Maintains membership on, or consultation to, appropriate committees, work groups or task forces as needed to facilitate the ongoing process of the design, implementation and revision of automated and manual components of the clinical information system.
Conducts meetings and presentations effectively and professionally.
Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines.
Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization.
Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures.
Maintains current Knowledge in present areas of responsibility to include any specialty certification requirements (i.e., self-education, attends ongoing educational programs).
Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.
Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs.
For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills.
Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.