Informatics Specialist I - Surgical Services

DescriptionSummary:Apply promptly! A high volume of applicants is expected for the role as detailed below, do not wait to send your CV.The Informatics Specialist is responsible for assisting in the operation and administration of clinical information systems, collaborating with clinical and technical associates to enhance workflow methodology and tools. The Informatics Specialist maintains an end-user centric focus when contributing to the system; this includes collaborating with the clinical informaticist to test, document, educate, evaluate, implement, and optimize activities to enhance technology adoption and efficiencies that improve workflow and patient safety. This position is exempt.Responsibilities:Collaborates with Clinical Informatics colleagues across the enterprise to drive strategic goals and vision for the department and CHRISTUS HealthCollaborates with customers to enhance their work methodologies and tools; maintaining a customer-centric, technical knowledge and focus when contributing to the testing, documentation and implementation activities of the assigned softwareAssesses end users for maximization, efficient, and effective use of the electronic medical record and/ other systemsProvides ongoing end user system support with all upgrades, new releases, and enhanced functionalityFosters relationships with ministry leadership and departments such as Information Services, Quality, Case Management, Revenue Cycle, and Finance to ensure effective communication, to meet business and financial requirementsProvides end-user support to clinicians, using critical thinking and troubleshooting skillsDemonstrates strong communication and interpersonal skills when interacting with other people, both individually and in groupsAssists in reporting any identified EHR compliance issues/concerns at the Ministry level and escalates utilizing proper chain of commandWorks under minimal supervisionElevates questions, problems and significant challenges to more senior team members for direction or subject matter expertise on new or unprecedented assignmentsRequires minimal instruction on day-to-day work and detailed instructions on new assignmentsEscalates operational problems and technical issues to senior team members and managementMakes decisions regarding own work on primarily routine casesPerform other duties xevrcyc and special projects as requestedRequirements:Education/SkillsBachelor's degree strongly preferred – or - Associate's degree with Informatics related experienceStrong knowledge of clinical information systems, clinical informatics, data management and administrationAdvanced knowledge of Microsoft Office productsExcellent verbal and written skills, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently and as a member of a teamExperiencePreferred 1-3 years previous informatics experience or equivalentLicenses, Registrations, or CertificationsValid Texas Driver's LicenseWork Schedule:MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLEWork Type:Full Time