Clinical Informaticist I - Converge

DescriptionSummary: The Clinical Informaticist is responsible for assisting in the operation and administration of clinical information systems, collaborating with clinical and technical associates to enhance workflow methodology and tools. The Clinical Informaticist maintains an end-user centric focus when contributing to the system; this includes analysis, testing, documentation, education, evaluation, implementation, and optimization activities to enhance technology adoption and efficiencies that improve workflow and patient safety. The Clinical Informaticist provides continuous support to identify opportunities for clinical information system improvement. This position is exempt.  Responsibilities: Collaborate with Clinical Informatics colleagues across the enterprise to drive strategic goals and vision for the department and CHRISTUS Health Collaborate with Clinical Informatics colleagues to focus on standardized best practice workflow processes and clinical content to ensure alignment across all ministries, to create efficiencies and improve patient safetyContribute to knowledge transfer and dissemination of best practices across the ministries with the use of information structures, information processes, and information technologyAssess clinicians for efficient and effective maximization of clinical information systems as it relates to patient care, user satisfaction, clinical productivity, and quality outcomes Collaborate with Clinical Informatics colleagues in the development and/or revision of initiatives or programs related to data collection, retrieval, analysis, and interpretation to assist in optimizing patient outcomes and/or effectiveness and efficiency Identify and implement improvement opportunities with workflow processes and clinical information systems as they relate to the practice of clinicians/providersProvide end-user support to clinicians, using critical thinking and troubleshooting skills Demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills when interacting with other people, both individually and in groupsDemonstrate sound understanding of clinical practice as it pertains to the integration of clinical information systems and impact on end usersAssist in reporting any identified EHR (Electronic Health Records) compliance issues/concerns at the Ministry level and escalate utilizing proper chain of commandProvide on-going end user clinical health information support with all upgrades, new releases, and enhanced functionality Assist with communicating to clinical end users any system changes, new functionality, workflow process changes, and downtime procedures as they relate to the electronic medical recordFoster relationships with ministry leadership and departments such as Information Services, Quality, Case Management, Revenue Cycle, and Finance to ensure effective communication, to meet business and financial requirements Work under minimal supervisionElevate questions, problems, and significant challenges to more senior team members for direction or subject matter expertise on new or unprecedented assignmentsRequire minimal instruction on day-to-day work and detailed instructions on new assignmentsEscalates operational problems and technical issues to senior team members and managementMakes decisions regarding own work on primarily routine casesSet priorities, plans, and manages a diverse set of tasksProvides effective customer service by being courteous, polite, and friendly Participates in discovery visits and workflow reviews as part of pre-implementation activitiesMay be required to work long hours during critical problemsResponsible for other duties and special projects as assigned Requirements: Bachelor’s degree with a healthcare designation - or - 4 years of clinical experience with a clinical certification or licensure, in lieu of degree strongly preferredStrong knowledge of clinical information systems, clinical informatics, data management and administrationAdvanced knowledge of Microsoft Office productsExcellent verbal and written skills, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently and as a member of a teamPreferred 1-3 years previous clinical informatics experience or equivalentValid Driver’s LicenseClinical certification or licensure (i.e. RN, LVN, RT) strongly preferredEpic certification/accreditation/self-proficiency preferred Work Type: Full Time EEO is the law - click below for more information:  https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at (844) 257-6925. Additional Information: - Specialty: Information Technology - Location: 2827 Babcock RoadSan Antonio, Texas 78229 - Contact: About the Company: CHRISTUS Health is an international Catholic, faith-based, not-for-profit health system comprised of more than 600 services and facilities, including more than 60 hospitals and long-term care facilities, 350 clinics and outpatient centers, and dozens of other health ministries and ventures. Sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word in Houston and San Antonio and the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth, the mission of CHRISTUS Health is to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. To support our healthcare ministry, CHRISTUS Health employs approximately 45,000 Associates and has more than 15,000 physicians on staff who provide care and support for patients. CHRISTUS Health is listed among the top ten largest Catholic health systems in the United States. EXTENDING THE HEALING MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST We are inspired by our mission, vision and core values to deliver compassionate, high quality health care, improving the health of the communities we serve. Above all, we are committed to providing our customers and their family members with a truly unique healing experience, one that embodies our values and respects the dignity and worth of each person. Creating a health care system that is truly excellent in all areas is an ongoing effort.