NC Department of Health and Human Services · 1 day ago
Applications Systems Specialist I
Wayne County, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$84K/yr - $127K/yr
4+ years expThe North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest agencies in the state, responsible for ensuring the health and well-being of North Carolinians. They are seeking an Applications Systems Specialist I to design, develop, implement, and support custom applications and system integrations, focusing on technologies such as .NET and SQL Server.
Health Care
Responsibilities
Serve as an Application Systems Specialist responsible for design, development, implementation, and ongoing support of custom applications, system integrations, and HL7 interfaces across DSOHF
Ensure that custom-built applications and interfaces effectively support clinical and operational workflows, meet DHHS standards, and operate reliably and securely within the enterprise environment
Act as a technical expert for custom development efforts, data integrations, and interface workflows connecting DSOHF systems with Epic and other enterprise platforms
Contribute to enhancement planning, system documentation, change management processes, and the long-term modernization of legacy DSOHF systems
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in computer science or an IT related field or related technical degree from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of progressive experience in business application consulting or development
Associate degree in computer science or an IT related field or related technical degree from an appropriately accredited institution and five years of progressive experience in business application consulting or development
High School or General Education Development (GED) diploma and eight years of experience in business application consulting or development
Proficiency in .NET (C#) application development and software engineering practices
Strong experience with Microsoft SQL Server, including query development, stored procedures, optimization, and schema design
Hands-on experience with HL7, interface mapping, and interface engines such as Mirth Connect
Understanding of healthcare interoperability standards (HL7 v2.x, FHIR, CCD, X12 preferred)
Experience analyzing complex workflows and translate business requirements into system logic
Strong troubleshooting skills for application, database, and interface issues
Knowledge of version control systems (e.g., Git), SDLC practices, and secure coding standards
Effective communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders
Experience managing multiple projects, meet deadlines, and work independently
Preferred
Understanding of healthcare interoperability standards (HL7 v2.x, FHIR, CCD, X12 preferred)
Benefits
Health insurance options
Standard and supplemental retirement plans
NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis)
Paid vacation
Sick, and community service leave
Paid parental leave
Company
NC Department of Health and Human Services
The Department of Health and Human Services manages the delivery of health- and human-related services for all North Carolinians.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
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