IT Specialist - Health Systems Operations


Job Details

Position Summary

Serves as the primary contributor and consultant for patient care services in the planning, design, development, implementation, functionality and evaluation of integrated health information systems that support and enhance practice, administrative and management needs and patient outcomes. Acts as the principle resource with health system knowledge and computer expertise to coordinate and provide support for all new and current applications and software upgrades applicable to the health systems. Responsible for the analysis, design, testing and implementation of complex health information systems and solutions. Prepares detailed specifications. Conducts assessments of the health system environment and identifies implications for system implementations, and acts as a facilitator for those changes in the health system environment. Conduct independent research and fact-finding to develop or modify system solutions of a highly complex nature. Will advise end-user training on health system applications to ensure understanding of functionality and the development and design of training programs. Evaluate and recommend application acquisitions.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor degree in Computer Science, Healthcare, Nursing, Pharmacy, or Allied Health preferred, or, equivalent experience.

  • 4-8 years of experience in Information Technology (preferably experience in Health System Operations) , a combination of both clinical and IT technology.

  • Demonstrates effective two-way communication skills with customers and team members

  • Ability to solve problems and think logically to address challenges

  • Ability to work successfully within a team and assist other team members with their technical issues

  • Knowledge and experience with hospital systems and business practices

Preferred Qualifications

  • Extensive experience interacting with customers to gather and understand their business and technical requirements

  • Significant knowledge of systems implementation which may include analysis, specification design, and implementation

  • Strong project and process management skills; ability to manage complex projects with a medium to large scope

  • Work experience in developing technical and user documentation.

  • Able to keep self abreast of healthcare technology trends

  • Epic Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system knowledge

Our Comprehensive Employee Benefits Include

  • An array of retirement plan options, each with a generous employer contribution.

  • Affordable health insurance options, including dental, vision and prescription coverage that begin on day one.

  • Paid vacation and sick leave, including short and long-term disability and paid parental leave.

  • Get the most out of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

  • And much more!





 Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center

 04/26/2024

 Columbus,OH