Senior Clinical Informatics Analyst

at  Sanford Health

SANFORD HEALTH IS ONE OF THE LARGEST AND FASTEST-GROWING NOT-FOR-PROFIT HEALTH SYSTEMS IN THE UNITED STATES. WE’RE PROUD TO OFFER MANY DEVELOPMENT AND ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES TO OUR NEARLY 50,000 MEMBERS OF THE SANFORD FAMILY WHO ARE DEDICATED TO THE WORK OF HEALTH AND HEALING ACROSS OUR BROAD FOOTPRINT.

Facility: Bismarck Clinic
Location: Bismarck, ND
Address: 222 N 7th St, Bismarck, ND 58501, USA
Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 40. 00
Salary Range: $29.50 - $46.50

JOB SUMMARY

The Senior Clinical Informatics Analyst demonstrates a clinical background with a special interest and expertise in use of the electronic medical record and other technology that enhances clinical practice. Acts as a liaison between assigned departments, facilities, providers and Information Technology (IT) staff in order to facilitate optimal use of applications. Use of analytical skills and experiences to investigate or escalate support issues. Incorporate appropriate presentation techniques to support and/or lead training sessions. Assist in the creation and maintenance of training documentation. Responsible to assist assigned departments, geographical areas or specific functions with utilization of Sanford’s electronic medical record (EMR) and associated clinical technology. Leads clinical support for implementation of electronic medical records (EHR) systems in new locations and serves as a resource after implementation. Able to research, analyze and make recommendations for application workflow improvements. Guide cross-cultural, interdisciplinary teams across the care continuum. Create shared meaning, purpose, and goals among teams. Create and analyze reports using multiple reporting mechanisms. Perform with a high level of customer service with all support and training requirements. Promote and participate in a team approach. Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office software required. Comfortable managing change with excellent problem solving skills. Time management and prioritization necessary on a daily basis. Proficient verbal and written communication is essential. A positive attitude and excellent customer service skills are expected. Fosters a work environment of respect, professionalism, accountability and teamwork. Key areas of accountability include individual and classroom training, onsite and remote end-user support, development of supporting clinical workflows, investigation and resolution of application and workflow issues, and participation in committees that promote both the standardization and optimization of clinical informatics changes to Sanford’s EMR and other associated technology.
May require some periodic day and overnight travel, non-business hour scheduled support or meetings as well as on-call rotation for end-user support.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
Minimum of six years experience in healthcare setting required including two years of informatics experience. Previous experience in nursing/healthcare management, education, development, and/or healthcare information management preferred. Possess analytical, problem solving, critical thinking, and strong verbal and written communication skills.
Licensed/registered in a clinical field required. Certification in an accredited informatics or project management specialty preferred.