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Public Health Management Corporation · 1 month ago

Clinical Informatics Specialist

Philadelphia, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Public Health Management Corporation is seeking a Clinical Informatics Specialist to provide project management, software support, and training for their clinical systems and electronic medical records. The role involves maintaining clinical content, coordinating software upgrades, conducting training sessions, and ensuring compliance with HIPAA and other regulations.

Health CareNon Profit

Responsibilities

Updating and maintaining our clinical content repository and testing product features and EHR workflows

Coordinates clinical software upgrades in conjunction with the vendor, IT, finance and SHS (health network)

Coordinates the implementation of additional clinical software modules as needed

Tests all upgrades and new modules prior to implementation

Conducts classroom training sessions for new staff and re-training existing staff

Prepares training environment and all training materials for each class

Conduct program evaluations and end user proficiency assessments

Oversees and participates in the development of training materials and assessments

Performs and coordinates problem management as they are identified in the clinic setting

Researches and evaluates software solutions that can be utilized in conjunction with the existing EMR to improve/add functionality that supports quality care, documentation and revenue

Reports recommendations of such to the Director of Business Analytics for action

Assists in the construction of and makes recommendations to the Director in creating a Clinical Dashboard

Develops relationships with care partners to support electronic communication of patient information

Acts as the designated point of contact for HIPAA Security matters

Works with the Director to develop, update and implement policies and procedures as required by the HIPAA Security Rule and other state and federal regulations

Ensures that reasonable safeguards and security measures exist, as well as proper staff training, so that electronic Protected Health Information is maintained and is not improperly used or disclosed

Ensures backup, recovery, and retention capabilities meet business requirements

Builds forms and Note Templates in the clinical software to ensure compliance with regulatory standards

Makes recommendations on the electronic medical record utilization with the clinical leadership team

Acts as a liaison with software vendors as needed

Assists in the construction of reports when needed

Participates in quality/risk committee(s) to maintain compliance with required standards

Oversees the process to optimize care documentation and maximize reimbursement

Maintains Certification/Licensure up to date and completes mandatory education/in service annually

Reports non-compliance with policies, procedures, regulations or breaches in confidentiality as appropriate

Understands and adheres to PHMC compliance standards as they appear in the PHMC Code of Conduct, Whistle Blowers and Conflict of Interest Policies

Keeps abreast of all pertinent federal, state and PHMC regulations, laws, and policies as they presently exist and as they change or are modified

Comply with HIPAA and Confidentiality Policies and Procedures as they apply to the job

Comply with Department of Public Health, Joint Commission, other accreditation/regulatory agency standards

Adhere to all PHMC Policies and Procedures

Knowledge and adherence to Infection Control and Environment of Care Guidelines and Procedures as described in the annual education module

Qualification

Epic CertificationClinical InformaticsProject ManagementElectronic Medical RecordClassroom TrainingAnalytical SkillsCultural CompetenceInterpersonal SkillsLeadership SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Required

Ability to travel between worksites as needed

Excellent interpersonal skills, including friendliness, and empathy. cultural competence required

Strong leadership and communication skills required

Strong organizational and analytical skills with the ability to multi-task

Experience working within a dynamic and diverse team

Results-oriented with strong problem-solving skills and ability to demonstrate strategic thinking

High level of integrity, self-motivation, and ability to work effectively in a rapidly changing environment with changing priorities. Work well in a team environment

Ability to navigate through the organization, develop strong partnerships, and influence others across the organization

Ability to deal with sensitive and confidential issues appropriately

Epic Certification(s) Required – Clinical Informatics or Ambulatory Principal Trainer

Experience in professional health care, ambulatory primary care, community and/or behavioral health required