Clinical Systems Analyst I - LAB

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Responsible for providing information system and information management support for multiple clinical departments at Methodist Healthcare. The Clinical Systems Analyst will be primarily responsible for supporting the selection of clinical information systems software and systems, implementation and support of clinical information systems software. Other responsibilities include training and coordination of hardware installation and support. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

 

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A Brief Overview
Responsible for providing information system and information management support for multiple clinical departments at Methodist Healthcare. The Clinical Systems Analyst will be primarily responsible for supporting the selection of clinical information systems software and systems, implementation and support of clinical information systems software. Other responsibilities include training and coordination of hardware installation and support. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

What you will do

• Defines, analyzes, and adapts clinical department workflow to support the implementation and utilization of clinical information systems and/or to enhance the management of clinical information.
• Defines, tests, and maintains custom and/or commercial software used by or in assigned clinical departments.
• Plans and coordinates multiple clinical information systems projects for assigned departments.
• Develops, conducts, and/or coordinates information technology and/or information management training programs for clinical departments, medical staff, students and others as required.
• Coordinates new services requests - network, hardware and software for assigned departments.
• Communicates effectively by promoting the flow of information within and outside the department.
• Demonstrates initiative in identifying opportunities for self-development and enhancement of professional competency.

Education/Formal Training Requirements

• Required - Associates Degree Information Systems
• Preferred - Associates Degree Lab Sciences
• Preferred - Associates Degree Nursing
• Preferred - Associates Degree Pharmacy
• Preferred - Associates Degree Radiology
• Preferred - Associates Degree Respiratory Therapy
• Preferred - Bachelor's Degree Information Systems
• Preferred - Bachelor's Degree Lab Sciences
• Preferred - Bachelor's Degree Nursing
• Preferred - Bachelor's Degree Pharmacy
• Preferred - Bachelor's Degree Radiology
• Preferred - Bachelor's Degree Respiratory Therapy
• Preferred - Doctorate Pharmacy
• Preferred - High School Diploma or Equivalent

Work Experience Requirements

• Required - Healthcare information systems; healthcare environment working with electronic health records and healthcare IT systems 1-3 years
• Preferred - Substitutions Allowed: In lieu of a Bachelor’s degree, the candidate must have a high school diploma or equivalent with four (4) years of experience in healthcare information systems implementation and support/support or experience acquired in a healthcare environment working with electronic health records and healthcare IT systems. 3-5 years

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and to consistently exercise sound judgment and initiative in a wide range of circumstances.
• Ability to travel any area of the organization, both local and remote as needed. Must provide own transportation.
• Ability to read, comprehend and prepare moderately complex written materials such as software documentation.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing information management concepts and methods to non-technical users.
• Knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Office and excel.

Supervision Provided by this Position

• There are no lead responsibilities other than those inherent with project coordination assigned to the job.

Physical Demands

• Normal office environment.
• Frequent on call for emergencies and support.
• Must be able to read, write and communicate both orally and in writing.
• Normal or corrected-to-normal vision.
• Must be able to lift, pull and carry up to 10 lbs. periodically.
• Must be able to stand, walk, climb stairs, sit in one place, squat and kneel periodically throughout shift.
• Must be able to reach, bend and twist periodically throughout shift.
• Must have good balance and coordination.
• Use of hands for repetitive hand and wrist motion.
• Must have good hand eye coordination.

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