Medical Informatics Consultant

Collaborates with the different IT departments in selecting, implementing, and optimizing the EMR systems and other healthcare software Leads minor and major projects as project manager / project lead that may or may not be dependent on existing SLMC systems Leads, coordinates, recommends, and guides stakeholders in the optimization of the EMR and other SLMC applications for process enhancements Ensures that all enhancements requested by end users have been checked for any duplication, unaccepted abbreviations, copyright compliance Assesses the request for impact on workflow, policy, SLMC standards, and need for additional / new hardware Provides system specifications of how a feature / report / enhancement is to be built in the EMR Tests IT-built system enhancements for accuracy and if it satisfies expected user interface / experience Facilitates user acceptance testing, records findings and requests for rectification as needed Updates and cascades new available feature / enhancements to end users through Memos and user guides Evaluates system adoption after deployment Evaluates enhancements facilitated for production promotion Reviews training plans of the HR- training department and suggests / recommends appropriate training content with emphasis on the encountered common issues raised in the clinical areas Ensures appropriate use of the OCIS in the clinical practice Performs compliance and utilization monitoring every after implementation of major projects Participates in the departmental / functional group round Develops a working knowledge of all clinical information systems in place as well as the infrastructure for the clinical information systems to support the staff and leadership in troubleshooting, upgrades, and training Contributes to the institution through innovation and advancement All other tasks not written here but is deemed by department manager as Requirements Possess a Bachelor's Degree from an approved clinical school With at least (1) year work experience in the clinical setting; similar hospital experience from another institution is accepted A Master's degree in Nursing / Health Informatics is a plus At least 1 year experience in using EMRs is a plus Knows and can apply basic Health Informatics concepts and principles Registered Nurse with active PRC license Benefits Gov't Mandatory, HMO