Job Details

***IMMEDIATE VACANCIES – CONTINUOUS RECRUITMENT UNTIL NEEDS ARE MET***

JOB DESCRIPTION

DATE POSTED: October 5, 2022 ***Updated August 15, 2024***

POSITION TITLE: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST I – IV (ELECTRONIC HEALTH RECORDS SPECIALIST) (REGIONAL)

STATUS: Permanent | Full-time (1.0 FTE)

SALARIES:

• IT Specialist I – $4,155 | SR16 | BU13
• IT Specialist II – $4,495 | SR18 | BU13
• IT Specialist III – $4,858 | SR20 | BU13
• IT Specialist IV – $5,258 | SR 22 | BU13

LOCATION: This is a regional position located in the Data Processing Information Technology (IT) department of Samuel Mahelona Memorial Hospital (SMMH), Kaua'i Veterans Memorial Hospital (KVMH), and The Kaua'i Region Clinics.

The Data Processing/Information Technology (IT) department is responsible for the overall evaluation, planning, analysis, development, improvement, and support of the Kaua'i Region's information technology systems and tools.

JOB FUNCTIONS: We are actively seeking a passionate, enthusiastic, and experienced individual to join our growing ‘ohana as our Information Technology (IT) Specialist I-IV (EHR Specialist) (Regional). As the IT Specialist, you will coordinate, facilitate, and assist with the development, ongoing maintenance, evaluation, and optimization of a region-wide electronic health records system. Responsibilities include direct support to Kaua'i Region clinicians in their use of our EHR system; competency validation; evaluating and optimizing internal workflows; and serving as a liaison between our EHR system and EHR vendor to communicate necessary technical enhancements and troubleshooting issues. This IT Specialist will also engage, facilitate, and encourage collaboration among facilities/SMEs and end users to accomplish these outcomes. The position may require shifts, weekends, holidays, irregular hours, and long hours, as well as travel to each facility, clinic, and off-island for training or education on the EHR systems. This position reports to the IT Systems Manager I (Regional), or its designee.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS

To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements. All applicants are required to provide evidence of all applicable education, licenses, and certifications.

Education: Graduation with a bachelor's degree from an accredited (4) year college or university. Major coursework in Information Systems, Computer Science, or a closely related field.

Specialized Experience: Progressively responsible work experience in information technology involving systems analysis, design, programming, security and access management, database design, management, consulting, and/or installing and maintaining computer software applications, hardware, telecommunications, and web or network infrastructure equipment. The work must demonstrate knowledge and understanding of information technology principles, methods, techniques, and practices; computer hardware, software, and peripheral equipment; and personal computer, server, mini, and/or mainframe operating systems:

*For the IT Specialist IV and higher levels, at least one year of the required specialized experience must have been at the fully competent level comparable to the IT Specialist III level.

Work experience with Cerner Community Works Electronic Health Records system as a subject matter expert (SME) preferred.

Certification: None required.

DESIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES

In addition to those skills and abilities, the employee should be able to initiate and maintain working relationships with members of all staff and agencies affiliated with the hospital. Demonstrated ability to work with and through others to accomplish projects on schedule; work with and develop positive relationships with individuals of diverse backgrounds and experiences; ability to facilitate individuals/groups towards shared goals; and resolve conflicts and differences in a positive, collaborative manner. Openness, eagerness, and willingness to change current processes and implement evidence-based practices. Personal and professional flexibility to deal with multiple deadlines, changing priorities, and collaboration with multiple stakeholders; excellent written and verbal communication skills; willingness to learn new technologies and incorporate technology into practice.

HEALTH & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must meet the health and physical requirements deemed necessary to effectively and safely perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Join our dynamic team at HHSC Kaua'i Region, where we offer a comprehensive range of healthcare services at our critical access hospitals. From full-service emergency departments to specialized surgeries, family and internal medicine, intensive care, obstetrics and gynecology, behavioral health, pediatrics, and a range of ancillary services, we are dedicated to providing quality, compassionate care to our community. As part of the Hawai'i Health Systems Corporation, we uphold values of excellence, transparency, accountability, integrity, and teamwork.

BENEFITS

Join our ‘ohana and experience a comprehensive benefits package that goes beyond just compensation. Our organization is dedicated to nurturing the well-being of our colleagues and the community we serve. For eligible employees, we offer a selection of health plans, including medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage. Secure your future with automatic enrollment to our Employees' Retirement System plan, and take advantage of the IRC 457 deferred compensation plan. We also provide fully paid term life insurance, workman's compensation, and temporary disability insurance. Our Employee Assistance Program supports you and your family through any of life's challenges. Enjoy time off with thirteen (13) days paid holidays, extending to fourteen (14) days during election years, and a generous allotment of twenty-one (21) paid vacation and sick days annually. We support your continued growth and furthering your education through our Student Loan Repayment & Scholarship Programs.

*NOTE: The compensation for paid holidays, vacation time, and sick leave is based on a full-time equivalent (FTE) status for 8-hour workdays. If an employee's FTE status is less than 1.0, the accrual of these benefits will be adjusted accordingly.