Clinical Informatics Spec I

Req #: 0000247343Category: Information Technology and Systems / Clinical InformaticsStatus: Full-TimeShift: DayFacility: RWJBarnabas Health Corporate ServicesDepartment: IT&S Clinical InformaticsPay Range: $83,156.00 - $117,458.00 per yearLocation: 95 Old Short Hills Road, West Orange, NJ 07052Job Title: Clinical Informatics Spec ILocation: SBC CorporationDepartment Name: IT&S Clinical InformaticsReq #: 0000247343Status: SalariedShift: DayPay Range: $83,156.00 - $117,458.00 per yearPay TransparencyThe above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.OverviewThe clinical Informatics specialist under the direction of the Informatics Manager integrates clinical science with multiple information management and analytical sciences to identify, define, manage, and communicate data, information, knowledge, and wisdom in clinical practice.The clinical informatics specialist supports nurses, consumers, patients, the interprofessional healthcare team, and other stakeholders in the user of technology to support clinical care.Activities include but are not limited to collaborating with customers and other IT team members to partner to define problems.Participates in the design, development, implementation, education, and evaluation technology in the clinical areas.In addition, they are responsible for advocacy, identification of issues, documentation, and escalation of issues.The clinical informatics specialist will work with individuals of other professions to maintain a climate of mutual respect and shared values.They will communicate with patients, families, communities, and professionals in health and other fields in a responsive and responsible manner that supports a team approach to the promotion and maintenance of health.RequirementsGraduate of an ACPE accredited College of Pharmacy.Doctor of Pharmacy with (2-4 years) in a hospital setting strongly preferred.Background in pharmacy automation, pharmacy computer system applications, or information technology experience preferred.Knowledge of contemporary hospital/clinical practice and service and understanding of general hospital operations.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Ability to interact constructively with supervisors and co-workers.Requires excellent organizational skills and the ability to work independently.LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONSRegistered pharmacist in the state of New Jersey.Epic Willow certification preferredJob Specific RequirementsThe Informatics Specialist 1 is responsible for, but not limited to:Provides operational support, with oversight, to local team to provide customer support, education, implement clinical changes, coordinate and collaborate with local SME to plan, deliver, and evaluate changes related to the use of technology and dataRigorous documentation, with oversight, of problems including audits, design sessions, planning, collaboration, and implementation activities (including but not limited to rounds and in-services) of their teamsWith oversight, ensures that all problems have discrete metrics of outcomes to ensure a scientific and rigorous approach to outcomesMaintains a culture within the team and with external collaboration upholding the RWJBH standards of ethics, culturally congruent practice, and communication/ collaborationMaintains required professional development, competencies, and continuing educationCollaborates with local SME s in Quality and Regulatory under the guidance of leadership to ensure optimal quality of practice by ensuring awareness and competency to new regulationsOther duties as assigned by leadershipApplicant is expected to obtain and maintain Epic certification as current in accordance with dept requirementsUnit/Dept Specific CompetenciesWorks in the build, implementation, integration, and maintenance of automation and technology to assure safe and appropriate use of medicationsAssures appropriate testing of all integrated applicationsEnsures that knowledge-based information, which includes the scientific literature of healthcare, is appropriately considered, and evaluated prior to implementation of software changesParticipates in development, monitoring, and evaluation of decision support for continuous improvement, particularly for medicationsPartners with clinicians to identify and facilitate advanced clinical decision support implementation within the electronic clinical goalsParticipates in functional testing for human factors issues before and after system upgrades and improvementsResponsible for order set management: Development and maintenance of overall principles for safe design and use of order sets, with a focus on medicationsDevelopment and maintenance of standard order set clinical content, standards, patient safety principles, and evidence-based practice guidelinesPromotes effective communication concerning medication use applicationsAssumes responsibility for the timely dissemination of information as related to pharmacy automation and technologyParticipates as a member of interdepartmental committees when requested and imparts knowledge related to pharmacy automation and technologyActively participates in the development, prioritization, and determination of core clinical decision-support systemsEnsures pharmacy systems are compliant with and support regulatory guidelinesEnsures that medication related systems support compliance with state and federal rules and regulationsEnsures that medication related systems support compliance with Joint Commission, Centers for Medicaid/Medicare Services, and recognized pharmacy practice standardsParticipates in research activities related to the advancement of pharmaceutical careProvides support for pharmacy residency research activitiesProvides support to medical staff and allied health professionals for drug utilization data gathering and analysisSupports drug data analysis for Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee activitiesProvides support for internal audits, billing, and financial analysisAssists pharmacy leadership in the advancement of pharmacy automation and technologyHelps develops and facilitate the implementation of goals and objectives for the advancement of automation technology in the Department of PharmacyParticipates in quality projects and on assigned committees to provide expertise on using the clinical information system to achieve goalsIn conjunction with the pharmacy leadership team, aids the institution s committees and clinical leaders to ensure that medication-related systems support interoperability and trans portability of clinical information while maintaining patient safety and confidentialityLeadership/Professional PracticeParticipates in the orientation, education, and mentoring of new staff (ie pharmacists, pharmacy residents, nurses, pharmacy technicians, etc) as neededDemonstrates teamwork within the Pharmacy Department and participate in the group approach to patient care by providing support to peers and other practice areas as needed in addition to daily assignmentsDemonstrates reliability and accountability to Pharmacy Department, colleagues, and healthcare professionalsServes as an internal and external liaison for the goals and vision of the Department of Pharmaceutical servicesDemonstrate dedication and loyalty to the department and colleaguesParticipates actively with the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee and other groups as requestedServes as an educator for pharmacy residency and student experiential education programsMaintain training and experience in pharmacy practice areas appropriate for preceptor assignmentsDesigns and implements quality improvement changes to the organization s medication-use systemConducts practice-related projects, clinical research, or pharmacy CQI initiatives using effective project management skillsReviews protocols, orders, and policies as requestedReviews, evaluates, and discusses the results of investigations of pharmacy informatics/practice-related issuesInterested in learning more about our IT&S team? 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