Health Information Systems Administrator - Elmira NY

The Health Information Systems Administrator will oversee the monitoring, maintenance, and optimization of agency databases, focusing on electronic health records (EHR) and related systems. This role requires collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to ensure database functionality aligns with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.

This position is Monday through Friday and is remote.

Essential Job Functions

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage health information system activities, including EHR performance monitoring and system communication.
• Oversee EMR user licenses, access privileges, and form design.
• Coordinate procurement of new health information systems, manage vendor relationships, and review invoices.
• Review and test database updates to ensure compatibility and functionality.
• Manage regulatory reporting and coordinate with relevant agencies (e.g., PAS, GPRA, Chemung, OMH PCS).
• Collaborate with leadership on health information system build updates and database changes.
• Assist in system rollout coordination, incorporating feedback from stakeholders.
• Collaborate with the team to create, audit, and distribute clinical and billing data sourced from health information systems.
• Recommend updates to internal health information system processes to enhance compliance and operational efficiency.
• Provide recommendations on updates to internal health information system processes to enhance workflows, cash flow, and management tools.
• Strengthen relationships with stakeholders, both internal and external.
• Provide technical support and resolve end user issues.
• Contribute to population health and value-based care initiatives.
• Participate in agency projects, grants, and initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure that Health Information Systems are designed to support necessary workflows, reporting, and regulatory requirements. Contribute insights and technical expertise to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of agency programs and initiatives, aligning system design with strategic objectives and stakeholder needs.

Secondary Functions:

· Contribute as a member of interdisciplinary teams.

· Maintain necessary knowledge around regulatory requirements and changes to ensure compliance within Health Information Systems.

· Stay current on technology impacting the field to drive innovation and ensure compliance.

· Perform other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

· Proficiency in computer applications and databases such as 10e11, PSYCKES, RHIO, and Microsoft Excel.

· Ability to prepare and present professional reports.

· Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

· Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

· Strong customer services and interpersonal skills

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Language Skills: Read, write and interpret documents such as curriculum guides, budgets, grant applications, etc.

Mathematical Skills: Must add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals; must apply ratio, percent, and probability and estimation concepts. Possess an understanding of, and the ability to interpret for others, statistical information.

Cognitive Ability: Apply common sense understanding to conflict management; employ logical sequencing, trouble-shooting, problem solving and decision-making skills to correctly assess situations both socially and professionally.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, to stand, to walk, to go up and down stairs, to operate foot and hand controls, to use a telephone, computer keyboard and to write. Occasionally the employee must lift and/or move up to twenty (20) or more pounds. This position requires accurate perceiving of sound, near and far vision, depth perception, handling and working with educational materials and objects, and providing oral information.

Work Environment

The employee is expected to adhere to strict policies/regulations relative to being in a tobacco and alcohol free workplace.

Qualifications

Minimum of a HS diploma or equivalent; college degree is preferred. At least two years’ experience in database administration or similar roles. Experience with any electronic health records system (10e11), RHIO, and/or population health platforms is preferred.

This job description is intended to provide a description of essential job functions that are used in order to assess employee performance. It is not an all-inclusive statement of job responsibilities.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 2 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• EHR systems: 2 years (Preferred)
• RHIO: 2 years (Preferred)
• Data Administration: 2 years (Required)
• VBC, SCN, and other network activities: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person