APPLICATION SPECIALIST

APPLICATION SPECIALIST

JOB DESCRIPTION DETAILS

Job Summary :

The Application Specialist is responsible for configuring, testing and maintaining of interfaces within multiple environments.

The Application Specialist is responsible for the successful implementation, ongoing maintenance, support, and enhancement of assigned electronic health records and applications supported by the organization.

The Application Specialist provides technical and business expertise to ensure the successful implementation of enterprise systems which support business strategies and the mission and vision of the organization.

The Application Specialist is accountable to their assigned manager for proper interpretation and fulfillment of the functions, responsibilities, authority and relationships of this position.

The Application Specialist is responsible for managing interface / integration projects, upgrades and processes. This includes successful project implementation, testing, and troubleshooting; effective communication to end users; and training team members to properly support interface environments.

The Application Specialist will be entrusted with creating, modifying and running sql queries out via SSMS.

Education :

Bachelor’s Degree plus 2 years of related experience, or Associates Degree plus 4 years related experience, or High School diploma plus 6 years related experience. Degree must be in Informatics, Computer Science, Information Technology, Management Engineering, Medical Technology, Business Administration or related field.

Registration / Certification / Licensure :

Certification or credentialing in a relevant healthcare clinical field (MT, RT, RRT, etc.), preferred.

Unexpired, unsuspended driver’s license if incumbent will be required to drive as part of their routine job duties.

Experience :

Required experience depends on education level obtained. Two years experience implementing and supporting electronic health record systems is required with a BS degree, four years experience implementing and supporting electronic health record systems is required with an AA degree, and 6 years experience implementing and supporting electronic health record systems is required with a HS diploma. Significant exposure and knowledge of healthcare operational, clinical, and financial procedures is desired as well as an awareness of how, when, and to what extent healthcare entities require communication and share common data. Experience with Corepoint or other interface engine experience, preferred.

Other Requirements :

Maintains unit-specific and hospital competencies, mandatory learning, and any clinical certifications required in accordance with the Staff Education and Training policy GA-057 and / or any other department requirements.

Demonstrated proficiency of computer skills necessary to effectively complete position requirements—word processing, presentation graphics, and spreadsheet applications.

Ability to effectively apply skills in workflow analysis and process reengineering.

Previous experience and demonstrated professionalism in effectively communicating with customers and in promoting a positive service atmosphere in a team-oriented environment.

Ability to work independently in a multi-task environment producing quality work.

Ability to exhibit a positive, outgoing presentation to customers.

Effectively communicates both verbally and in writing.

Effective problem-solving skills and ability to make appropriate decisions when performing assigned duties.

Ability to occasionally work other shifts, holidays, and weekends to fulfill responsibilities and maintain support for the organization’s practice systems. There is also a requirement to serve on a rotating on-call schedule to ensure systems support during off hours and holidays.

May require the ability to drive as part of routine job duties.

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