Clinical Programmer

USA Health - Mobile, AL

Full-time - Mid Level

Mobile, AL

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About the position

The Clinical Programmer at USA Health is responsible for designing, building, configuring, installing, and maintaining enterprise software systems that support the healthcare operations. This role involves collaborating with IT staff, clinical staff, and administration to ensure the effective implementation and management of software programs, particularly in relation to electronic health record (EHR) systems. The position requires a strong technical understanding of EHR systems such as Cerner, AthenaHealth, and Phillips, and adherence to policies related to confidentiality and HIPAA.

Responsibilities

• Designs, builds, configures, installs, and maintains enterprise software.
• Researches, designs, implements, and manages software programs.
• Tests and evaluates new programs.
• Identifies areas for modification in existing programs and develops these modifications.
• Writes and implements efficient code.
• Determines operational practicality of software solutions.
• Develops quality assurance procedures and software tools.
• Maintains and upgrades existing systems.
• Develops training materials and trains users as needed.
• Works closely with IT staff, clinical staff, and administration.
• Adheres to University and Health System policies including those related to confidentiality and HIPAA.
• Maintains strong technical understanding of organizational EHR related systems.
• Participates in on-call rotation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in information technology or computer science from an accredited institution.
• Bachelor's degree in business or related field with one year of computer programming or EHR build experience.
• Associate degree in computer programming, information technology, or related field with five years of computer programming or information technology experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent with eight years of related experience in information technology.