Informatics Specialist - Juneau, United States - Norton Sound Health

Description

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Informatics Specialist Regular Full-time Staff Nome, AK, US4 days ago Requisition ID: 1935Purpose of Position:Manage all of the electronic health record and billing activities related to the Laboratory Information System, to include but not limited to set up, updating and training of Laboratory Module, Microbiology Module, and Blood Bank Module.

Recommend and implement procedures to increase efficiency and revenue.
Uphold the organizations vision, mission, and corporate values. Demonstrate understanding of and compliance with organizations policies, procedures, code of conduct and work rules.


Essential Functions:

Work closely with the laboratorians and information systems staff to manage the day-to-day electronic health record operationsResolve all billing rejections which occur either through our current processes involving all electronic systemsProvide support for instrumentation interfacing and connectivityDemonstrate personal initiative and accountability while maintaining the departments electronic health record for accuracyAssist management with the implementation, upgrades and on-going maintenance of the Laboratory Information System and integrated electronic health recordAssume a leading role in the training of staff in the use of the Laboratory Information SystemTravel to village clinics to implement and maintain laboratory instrumentationPerform other duties as assignedAll Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to consistently demonstrate the organizations values: integrity, cultural sensitivity and respect for traditional values, continual learning and improving, compassion, teamwork and pride.

Employees are expected to demonstrate integrity, professionalism, accountability, cooperation with and consideration of others.


Required Knowledge:

All Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to have general knowledge of typical office technologies such as computers, printers, copiers, fax machines, and typical office software.

Job Specific knowledge is listed below:
Knowledge of Laboratory and Interdepartmental functionsKnowledge of Laboratory billing programs, processes and proceduresKnowledge of Laboratory Specific Modules (training provided by various sources.)

Required Skills and Abilities:

All Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to have a broad range of skills and abilities centered around a strong patient focus, efficient performance, and teamwork.

All employees should have patient/customer service skills, interpersonal skills and good communication skills. All employees should have the ability to manage their time and organize their work to ensure efficient performance.

In addition, all employees should have the ability to follow policy, procedure and instructions, actively communicate with their supervisors to ensure understanding and manage their work accordingly.

Finally, all employees should have the ability to understand and manage patient/customer confidentiality.

Job specific skills and abilities are listed below:
Above average computer and office management skillsEducationDegreeProgramHigh School Diploma or EquivalentExperienceAmount:5year(s)

Information systems training or experience, laboratory training or experience or general health care experience0(years)Type:
Must have both general and supervisory experience if indicated

CredentialsN/APhysical Requirements:
Use hands and arms to operate office or clinical equipmentSit more than half the workdayStand and/or walk less than half the workdayBend, stretch, twist, crouch and/or reachView electronic monitors for prolonged periods of timeUse hands and arms for repetitive motion tasksLift or carry unaided less than 25 poundsPush or pull using up to moderate forceSee and hear with normal acuity

Working Conditions:
Work is conducted in a standard office environment as well as a standard clinical environment to include exposure to latex, biohazard or other harmful substancesWork is conducted in a standard laboratory environmentMinimal travel is required (between 5% and 10% of the time)Travel is required via large aircraftTravel is required via small (less than 16 passenger) aircraft#J-18808-Ljbffr