SR HIM Clinical Systems Analyst

Alameda Health System

  • Oakland, CA
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 9 hours ago
SUMMARY: Implements, supports, and maintains AHS systems designed to assist HIM and clinical staff in the delivery of quality healthcare. Assists the customer to fully maximize systems capabilities to meet the institutional goals of quality patient care, cost containment and operational efficiency. Responsible for assigned systems and functions, and has a clear understanding of how systems interrelate with other patient care and/or financial systems. Works in a collaborative manner with their counterpart in IS. Performs related duties as required.DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:NOTE:The following are the duties performed by employees in this classification, however, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual in the classification.1. In partnership with IS develop client specifications, testing scripts, training curriculum and
project plans for projects of simple to medium scope & complexity; manage focus groups & design groups for area of responsibility in designing and building AHS functionality.2. Develop and manage technical documentation through the proficient use of MS-Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, and Project, or other department approved software tools as needed.3. Develop and provide on-going support of dictionaries, tables, screens, and parameters to support integrity and functionality of the AHS information systems; advise HIM and IS management to provide AHS workflow and system solutions.4. Identify and manage on-going support for process improvement and patient safety initiatives, in assigned area of responsibility; develop, manage, and maintain system, user, and training documentation; able to work during non-primary shift hours, as needed; provide rotated on-call support; meets service level agreements to the organization.5. Maintain current knowledge of industry-wide standards for Health Information Management; identifies and takes steps to achieve own educational needs to enhance professional development.6. Manage and perform troubleshooting activities pertaining to assigned AHS systems, coordinating with customers, other Information System Teams, and vendor representatives as necessary; manage the development of and perform application testing addressing maintenance releases, integrated testing, and fixes.7. Manage unit/department-based complex projects and cross-functional teams; assist in development of strategies for use of technology and improvement of AHS workflow processes for area of responsibility.8. Plan and coordinate maintenance of assigned systems.9. Recommend and develop solutions to system requirements; collaborate with key stakeholders to create cohesive team approach for development of assigned systems; collaborate with other medical center project team members to ensure integration of design and functionality.10. Work across functional boundaries to ensure consistency with the AHS functions while also addressing downtime procedures.11. Works in a self-directed, dynamic, well-organized manner completing deliverables on time, with minimal supervision; demonstrates an ability to perceive and articulate Health Information Management goals and objectives in a customer service framework.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field from an accredited college or university, or RHIT/RHIA credential preferred.Minimum Experience: Minimum four years experience in Health Information Management working with clinical electronic health records. Prior experience implementing a clinical, departmental, hospital, financial, or enterprise information system preferred.

Alameda Health System