Clinical Informaticist

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Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.

LVHN has been ranked among the “Best Hospitals” by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We’re a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital – Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital – Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital – Pocono each received an ‘A’ grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN’s commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.

Whether you’re considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Summary

Documents and redesigns process and workflow for designated departments/divisions. Liaises between project team and departments supported. Works closely with application coordinators to construct and test new workflows and system build. Coordinates with users to redesign processes and workflows using best practice standards. Recognizes and participates in work processes improvements. Assists with the administration and support of automated systems including equipment coordination, troubleshooting, construction, and testing of technical software and hardware within designated departments/divisions. Assumes responsibility for the development of project plans and tasks. Works with designated Clinical Departments during project implementation phases.

Job Duties

• Supports LVHN values and exhibits excellent customer/guest relations in anticipating customer/guest needs in all interactions.
• Analyzes work processes and compares to best practices creating an ideal state with standard work.
• Utilizes effective communication skills in interpersonal interactions with patients and families, physicians, students, fellow employees, vendors, and the public.
• Participates or manages project teams.
• Supports and embeds Patient-Centered Experience initiatives.
• Participates in and applies research in practice.
• Assists in developing LVHN standards for assessment, development, and implementation of applications and systems.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field or
• equivalent operational/clinical healthcare experience.
• 3 years of progressive clinical/healthcare experience with demonstrated experience leading teams, committees, implementations or other special projects.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems.
• Ability to work well in a team environment and to be self-motivated and self-disciplined.
• General knowledge of personal computer tools.
• Working knowledge of current work process.
• Ability to focus on details and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously and to consistently apply standards with flexibility for various department functions.
• Knowledge and ability to extract key data elements from data systems required as well as software programs including MS Office and Visio.
• EPIC – EPIC Certification – State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in nursing or related field.
• CPHIMS – Cert Professional Hlthcare Infor-Mgt Sys – State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire and
• RN-BC – Informatics Nurse ANCC – State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire
• RN – Licensed Registered Nurse_PA – State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire

Physical Demands

Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

Lehigh Valley Health Network does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Agencies should not forward resumes to our job aliases, our employees or any other organization location. Lehigh Valley Health Network is not responsible for any agency fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Work Shift:

Day Shift

Address:

515 Hamilton St

Primary Location:

Three City Center

Position Type:

Onsite

Union:

Not Applicable

Work Schedule:

M-F 8am-4:30pm

Department:

1004-13120 CSS-Info Services Admin

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