Strong experience with Immunization Information Systems and HL7 format are INTEGRAL to this role. Candidates MUST HAVE experience taking source to target mappings and must be able to code independently.
DO NOT submit if they do not have this specific experience, working specifically with Immunization Systems & HL7 format***
The NHIIS HL7 messages do not come directly to the state integration engine (which is Rhapsody). They go to the vendor hosted solution outside of the state system, and that vendor uses Azure.
Additionally, the candidates should be familiar with HL7 v2.5.1 messaging, should be knowledgeable about SOAP Web Services, and the CDC WSDL and able to identify and troubleshoot connectivity issues (XML) as well as log file warnings and errors as part of the onboarding process.
Seeking technical staffing support for their immunization information system. Currently HL7 onboarding with hospitals and provider offices is facing extreme challenges to have more than 500 providers HL7 onboard. Due to the huge number of facilities, there is a need to enquire HL7 support to enhance the Public Health Informatics workforce and improve immunization and vaccine reporting.
This resource will bring in technical solutions using HL7 expertise for immunization messages to improve data sharing with a focus on workplace staff and trainings needed. The primary outcome is to facilitate and assist HL7 onboarding successfully. This resource is expected to provide an immunization HL7 onboarding work plan for each individual healthcare facility, provide specific immunization HL7 companion guides. They are also expected to participate in a functionalities evaluation between IIS systems. directly with healthcare facilities for immunization HL7 onboarding work.
Responsibilities
To serve as the Immunization Information System HL7 Subject Matter Expert providing technical solutions and assistance supports to hospital IIS HL7 onboarding
To work with program staff on providing IIS HL7 onboarding work plan for each individual hospital and attend meetings and discussions with state holders.
To work with NHIIS program to understand business needs, external partners (providers and hospitals) to identify technical requirements, and IT staff to advise IIS HL7 processes implementation.
To review and provide technical assistance and guidance on IIS HL7 message mapping format and standards, and to evaluate mapping functionalities.
To participate in multiple programming activities and projects adhering to the current SDLC process. Activities shall include team meetings and processes around analysis, coding, testing, debugging, implementation, and documentation.
Strong knowledge of, and experience with, Immunization Information Systems and HL7 format are integral to this role. Candidates must have experience taking source to target mappings and must be able to code independently. Candidates must be able to understand the scope of the work, ask for clarifications, and escalate to the right leads in case of issues delays. Experience in troubleshooting and resolving database integrity issues, performance issues, blocking and deadlocking issues, etc., is critical.
Skills Needed
Experience serving as an HL7 Subject Matter Expert providing technical solutions and assistance for Immunization HL7 onboarding Required 4 Years
Required
Experience with HL7 v2.5.1 messaging, specifically Required
Experience working with public health immunization systems in relation to vaccine data. Required 4 Years
Experience taking source to target mappings and coding independently Required 4 Years
Experience creating immunization information onboarding work plans and companion guides. Required 2 Years
Experience working directly w/hospitals or healthcare providers regarding HL7 message formats, transmission & reporting preparation. Required 2 Years
Wkg w/internal programs to understand bus. needs, providers & hospitals to ID technical requirements, & IT staff to advise HL7 implementation. Required 2 Years
Experience troubleshooting and resolving database integrity issues, performance issues, blocking and deadlocking issues, etc Required 2 Years
Providing technical assistance & guidance on HL7 message mapping format/standards, evaluating mapping functionalities for immunization systems Required 2 Years
Experience with SOAP Web Services and the CDC WSDL to identify & troubleshoot connectivity issues (XML) and file log warnings & errors in onboarding Required
Question 1 MUST APPROPRIATELY ANSWER THIS QUESTION FOR CONSIDERATION: Has the candidate specifically worked with public health immunization system in relation to vaccine data? If so, provide details HERE related to that specific work.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Other
Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting
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