Clinical Informaticist-MPO Clinical OPS-Medical Center

At Houston Methodist, the Clinical Informaticist position is responsible for independently analyzing, resolving and/or escalating physician/clinician concerns relating to enterprise-wide electronic health record (EHR) and other clinical technology tools such as mobile devices and bedside monitors. This position consults and collaborates with nursing, physicians, clinicians, and IT teams in order to jointly resolve advanced technical and workflow issues. The Clinical Informaticist position leads the development and execution of clinical integration and improvement strategies for value-added patient outcomes, enhanced efficiencies and reduced variation in care, participating in system implementation processes as needed.

Requirements:

Qualifications:

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED

• RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure within 60 days OR
• RN-Temp - Registered Nurse - Temporary State Licensure within 60 days OR
• PharmD - Doctor of Pharmacy OR
• PHRM - Pharmacist - State Licensure OR
• MRT - Medical Radiologic Technologist - State Licensure OR
• PT - Physical Therapist - State Licensure AND
• EPIC - Certification within 6 months OR
• EPIC-Clov - Cloverleaf Certification (Level I, II,or III) within 6 months OR
• EPIC - Beacon Certification within 6 months OR
• EPIC - Willow Certification within 6 months

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations

• Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security

• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles

• Demonstrated client service and relationship building skills

• Demonstrated ability to communicate with a wide variety of end-users, at varying technology skill levels, including the ability to develop and deliver presentation material. Effectively communicates with executives, senior leaders and other clinical professionals across the organization

• Ability to exercise independent judgment and maintain confidentiality

• Ability to integrate technology in a patient care setting, and function independently in a fast-paced environment

• Positive approach to work and the work environment

• Proficient in MS Office suite including PowerPoint, Excel and Microsoft Project

• Demonstrated ability to think critically, solve problems and meet client expectations

• Knowledge of Exlipsys or other EMP: Portal or PHR Knowledge preferred

• Strong understanding of the workflow of clinical applications with regard to the impact to the clinician and patient outcomes

• Demonstrated strong project management experience

SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ATTIRE

• Uniform No
• Scrubs No
• Business professional Yes
• Other (department approved) No

ON-CALL*
*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.

• On Call* Yes

TRAVEL**
**Travel specifications may vary by department**

• May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
• May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area Yes

Company Profile:

Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist’s overall strategy to become one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment.

Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested.