Clinical Informatics Specialist
Job Summary
The Clinical Informatics Specialist, in collaboration with the Digital Services Team, in support of all hospital and physicians practice clinical areas, works in the capacity as clinical liaison between practicing clinicians and information technology staff. Strives to understand clinical and departmental operational processes and incorporates this knowledge to execute best practices in both the clinical and information technology disciplines.
Essential Functions
Works collaboratively with the interprofessional team including Information Services, clinicians, HIM, and other informatics professionals to implement all aspects of clinical electronic medical record and other clinical applications. Communicates, collaborates and acts as a team player with others in order to ensure continuity and coordination of services. Acts as a mentor related to open/direct communication and fosters team building.
Functions as the primary liaison between information technology staff and clinicians and medical staff to translate operational process needs into workable technology solutions. Creatively solves clinical challenges to meet the needs of technology requirements.
Assumes accountability for the assessment of educational needs related to clinical information systems and develops, implements, evaluates and revises educational programs, orientation, curriculum and materials necessary to implement the electronic medical record and ongoing upgrades and technology enhancements in collaboration with educator colleagues.
Participates in multidisciplinary and cross departmental initiatives related to the clinical applications. Recommends and implements system solutions.
Supports day-to-day usage of clinical applications and its integration with other computer modules and interfaces, including any new technologies emerging in the future.
Ensures that processes and services are continuously monitored for quality, cost effectiveness and efficiency. Engages in process and quality improvement activities. Makes and implements recommendations to improve operational efficiency.
Establishes and maintains effective working relationships within the organization and Corewell Health System. Provides information to senior levels of management on the implication of policies and procedures being formulated and recommends specific action.
Keeps senior management member fully informed of technology transitions, timelines, challenges, and issue resolution. Assist in the preparation of Digital Services (DS) department strategic and financial planning.
Qualifications
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
2 years of relevant experience in proven leadership
Previous hands-on experience with electronic medical records in a clinical setting
LIC - Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Michigan Upon Hire
Preferred
Master's Degree with an Informatics Specialty
CRT - Board Cert Informatics Nurse (BC-IN) - American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
Physical Demands
Pallet to Waist (6 from floor) > 5 lbs:
Seldom up to 10 lbs
Waist to Waist > 5 lbs:
Seldom up to 10 lbs
Waist to Chest (below shoulder) > 5 lbs:
Seldom up to 10 lbs
Waist to Overhead > 5 lbs:
Seldom up to 10 lbs
Bilateral Carry > 5 lbs:
Seldom up to 10 lbs
Unilateral Carry > 5 lbs:
Seldom up to 10 lbs
Pushing Force > 5 lbs:
Seldom up to 10 lbs
Pulling Force > 5 lbs:
Seldom up to 10 lbs
Sitting:
Frequently
Standing:
Occasionally
Walking:
Occasionally
Forward Bend - Standing:
Seldom
Forward Bend - Sitting:
Occasionally
Trunk Rotation - Standing:
Seldom
Trunk Rotation - Sitting:
Occasionally
Reach - Above Shoulder:
Seldom
Reach - at Shoulder or Below:
Seldom
Handling:
Occasionally
Forceful Grip > 5 lbs:
Seldom
Forceful Pinch > 2 lbs:
Seldom
Finger/Hand Dexterity:
Frequently
Primary Location
SITE - Gerber Hospital - 212 Sullivan - Fremont
Department Name
Clinical Informatics System
Employment Type
Full time
Shift
Day (United States of America)
Weekly Scheduled Hours
40
Hours of Work
8:
00 a.m. to 4:
30 p.m.
Days Worked
Monday to Friday
Weekend Frequency
N/A
CURRENT COREWELL HEALTH TEAM MEMBERS - Please apply through Find Jobs from your Workday team member account. This career site is for Non-Corewell Health team members only.
Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.
Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.
An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.
You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
The Clinical Informatics Specialist, in collaboration with the Digital Services Team, in support of all hospital and physicians practice clinical areas, works in the capacity as clinical liaison between practicing clinicians and information technology staff. Strives to understand clinical and departmental operational processes and incorporates this knowledge to execute best practices in both the clinical and information technology disciplines.
Essential Functions
Works collaboratively with the interprofessional team including Information Services, clinicians, HIM, and other informatics professionals to implement all aspects of clinical electronic medical record and other clinical applications. Communicates, collaborates and acts as a team player with others in order to ensure continuity and coordination of services. Acts as a mentor related to open/direct communication and fosters team building.
Functions as the primary liaison between information technology staff and clinicians and medical staff to translate operational process needs into workable technology solutions. Creatively solves clinical challenges to meet the needs of technology requirements.
Assumes accountability for the assessment of educational needs related to clinical information systems and develops, implements, evaluates and revises educational programs, orientation, curriculum and materials necessary to implement the electronic medical record and ongoing upgrades and technology enhancements in collaboration with educator colleagues.
Participates in multidisciplinary and cross departmental initiatives related to the clinical applications. Recommends and implements system solutions.
Supports day-to-day usage of clinical applications and its integration with other computer modules and interfaces, including any new technologies emerging in the future.
Ensures that processes and services are continuously monitored for quality, cost effectiveness and efficiency. Engages in process and quality improvement activities. Makes and implements recommendations to improve operational efficiency.
Establishes and maintains effective working relationships within the organization and Corewell Health System. Provides information to senior levels of management on the implication of policies and procedures being formulated and recommends specific action.
Keeps senior management member fully informed of technology transitions, timelines, challenges, and issue resolution. Assist in the preparation of Digital Services (DS) department strategic and financial planning.
Qualifications
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
2 years of relevant experience in proven leadership
Previous hands-on experience with electronic medical records in a clinical setting
LIC - Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Michigan Upon Hire
Preferred
Master's Degree with an Informatics Specialty
CRT - Board Cert Informatics Nurse (BC-IN) - American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
Physical Demands
Pallet to Waist (6 from floor) > 5 lbs:
Seldom up to 10 lbs
Waist to Waist > 5 lbs:
Seldom up to 10 lbs
Waist to Chest (below shoulder) > 5 lbs:
Seldom up to 10 lbs
Waist to Overhead > 5 lbs:
Seldom up to 10 lbs
Bilateral Carry > 5 lbs:
Seldom up to 10 lbs
Unilateral Carry > 5 lbs:
Seldom up to 10 lbs
Pushing Force > 5 lbs:
Seldom up to 10 lbs
Pulling Force > 5 lbs:
Seldom up to 10 lbs
Sitting:
Frequently
Standing:
Occasionally
Walking:
Occasionally
Forward Bend - Standing:
Seldom
Forward Bend - Sitting:
Occasionally
Trunk Rotation - Standing:
Seldom
Trunk Rotation - Sitting:
Occasionally
Reach - Above Shoulder:
Seldom
Reach - at Shoulder or Below:
Seldom
Handling:
Occasionally
Forceful Grip > 5 lbs:
Seldom
Forceful Pinch > 2 lbs:
Seldom
Finger/Hand Dexterity:
Frequently
Primary Location
SITE - Gerber Hospital - 212 Sullivan - Fremont
Department Name
Clinical Informatics System
Employment Type
Full time
Shift
Day (United States of America)
Weekly Scheduled Hours
40
Hours of Work
8:
00 a.m. to 4:
30 p.m.
Days Worked
Monday to Friday
Weekend Frequency
N/A
CURRENT COREWELL HEALTH TEAM MEMBERS - Please apply through Find Jobs from your Workday team member account. This career site is for Non-Corewell Health team members only.
Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.
Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.
An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.
You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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