Clinical Informatics Analyst Ii

Job Summary
In accordance with established vision and values of the organization, the Clinical Informatics Analyst II evaluates, plans, implements, tests, maintains and supports information systems which support clinical and health information needs throughout Interior Health in accordance with established policies, procedures and standards. This position provides consultative support and training to regional users of software applications.
Typical Duties And Responsibilities

• The Clinical Informatics Analyst II will be responsible for clinical and health information systems throughout the software life cycle including the following:

 Conducting requirements analysis/needs assessments for a defined department/program area by conducting user interviews, assessing information flows, and understanding business processes.
 Installing, configuring and testing clinical and health information systems.
 Developing and documenting systems processes and procedures.
 Preparing implementation plans and schedules including estimating resource estimates.
 Monitoring and reporting progress for duties and responsibilities.
 Supporting and maintaining clinical and health information systems.

• Provides informational input and expertise during acquisition of products and services and during development of department project plans, project priorities and tactical plans as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Serves as the primary contact person for assigned clinical service area(s) regarding software applications.
• Develops proposals for modification and/or enhancement of vendor software applications and liaises with vendors to oversee installation, testing and problem resolution/debugging of program coding.
• Participates in the development of department standards, methods and procedures.
• Determines ongoing information needs, implements system changes and provides support related to clinical and health information software applications.
• Designs, develops, implements and evaluates computerized software dictionaries, databases and reports using vendor software applications.
• Plans, implements and evaluates educational training requirements and provides related training to meet the learning needs of users within the areas/departments with respect to (a) education of new users and (b) the continuing education of users regarding system upgrades and new technology.
• Liaises with members of the assigned areas/departments and software vendors to troubleshoot problems, assess priority, research and evaluate alternatives and implement recommendations.