Hl7 Developer

Summary: This HL7 Interface Developer position is responsible for providing development and maintenance of interfaces and applications, developing scripts, testing, writing custom reports for users, and assisting in software upgrades. This position is responsible for the successful and on-time completion of all project phases (Analysis, Design, Build, Validation, Testing, Implementation, Training, and Support) as well as documentation, change management, issue management, and other project activities for all interfaces (HL7 and non-HL7 Interface, Data Extracts, Scripting, etc.).

Essential Functions:

• Participate in the full life cycle development of interface software (design, planning, programming, testing, and implementation).

• Provide independent analysis to determine the appropriate design of stable and scalable interface solutions.

• Identify issues and provide solutions to maintain operational stability of existing interfaces.

• Monitoring

• Server maintenance

• Provide consultation to company’s customers and management regarding interface development best practices and solution designs.

• Coordinate with third party stakeholders (EMR / RIS / PACS vendors) to initiate and complete interface projects.

• Document business requirements and interface technical designs.

• Develop test scripts and documented use cases. Coordinate with intra-company resources as well as external resources to test, validate, troubleshoot, and enhance applications.

• Managing application change requests within ITIL best practices for change management.

• Managing projects and tasks using Lean and Agile development principles.

• Regular and timely attendance required.

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field, or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Experience: 3+ years of healthcare industry related experience (preference given to Radiology experience).

3+ years of Health Level Seven (HL7) interface development and deployment. SQL and database connectivity experience with Microsoft SQL Server and/or Oracle, including the ability to perform basic tasks such as backups, queries, multi-table joins, and general troubleshooting of data errors. .NET development experience preferred.

Skills/Knowledge: Extensive knowledge of the HL7 standards, speficifically version 2.x and 3.x. A thorough understanding of HL7 mapping and data interchange between multiple healthcare and business applications and experience integrating applications using an HL7 interface engine (preference given to InterSystems Ensemble or IRIS experience), MirthConnect. Experience in ADT, ORM, ORU, DFT, MDM, and FHIR is a plush. Proven experience with scripting (JavaScript, VBScript, etc.). Ability to work within a team-based environment. Exceptional interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.

Working conditions: Hybrid working schedule, keyboarding, sitting, standing, bending, reaching and stooping.