Health Informatics Spec II

at  Dept of State Health Services

The Health Informatics Specialist II within the IIS Interoperability Group performs routine (journey-level) data analysis work as assigned by the IIS Interoperability Postproduction Team Manager. Work involves data analysis and reporting of immunization data and refining analytical processes in support of Texas’ Immunization programs which includes the Texas Vaccines for Children (TVFC) and Adult Safety Net (ASN). Consults and provides expert technical assistance and guidance to program staff within the DSHS central and regional offices, local health departments, other governmental agencies, Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and other stakeholders. Recommends and develops processes for implementing tracking, reporting, and analysis of Texas immunization data. Manages data projects relevant to the Immunization Section and the IIS Interoperability Group. Works under general supervision with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS ABILITIES:

Extensive PC skills including Microsoft Word, Excel (including VBA), Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, SQL, SAS, and other relevant software applications.
Knowledge of health Informatics and health IT.
Knowledge of data exchange and systems design.
Knowledge of relevant IIS standards, including HL7 2.x and SOAP/Web Services.
Knowledge of database management, data analysis, and reporting.
Knowledge of business analysis.
Knowledge of public health reporting standards.
Skill in developing written materials and training.
Skill in developing electronic reports from databases.
Skill in responding to customer inquiries and handling difficult customers in a tactful manner.
Skill in arithmetic, English grammar, and spelling.
Skill in supervising, leading, and training others.
Ability to gather and analyze data and facts, and to devise solutions to problems.
Ability to communicate processes and procedures clearly and effectively to others.
Ability to use independent judgment and to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments to meet deadlines.
Ability to establish effective working relationships with supervisory personnel and co-workers.
Ability to effectively communicate (both orally and in writing) processes and procedures.
Ability to promote effective communication between technical and non-technical staff.
Ability to analyze business needs, systems, and procedures.
Ability to initiate plans, organize work and make decisions with minimal supervision.
Ability to work effectively with others.

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