What are the responsibilities and job description for the Applications Analyst position at Appalachian Regional Healthcare, Inc.?
Overview
The Applications Analyst is accountable for implementing patient care systems and for providing direct support for the hospital departments that are impacted by the implementation of those systems.
Location will depend on applicant chosen.
Responsibilities
Monitor all installation activities conducted by department personnel to ensure adherence to the implementation schedule.
Develop policies and procedures for the use of Clinical Systems in the department in compliance with JCAHO.
Confer with user management, department heads, etc., to analyze and document system needs.
Define user requirements and translate requirements and all procedures necessary to maintain computer-related systems specifications.
Assist in presentation to ARH management and users the implications of new IS applications.
Make recommendations concerning equipment, software and long-range information systems plans.
Develop effective communications between unit personnel, physicians, administrative staff and other departments to assure continuity, coordination and collaboration in delivering services.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge in the field so they may recommend new services, products and equipment.
Coordinate the table building, parameter definition process, ensuring that all prices are correct and that the financial item is appropriately updated with the new prices and changing information.
Oversee the gathering of information, completion of worksheets, completion and review of file build, and any other activities required to tailor the system to the special requirements.
Provide status information to the Project Manager.
Participate with the project team for planning and problem solving related to integration issues.
Consult with other product coordinators on integration issues between products.
Consult with Information Systems to plan and complete all site preparation tasks, including training.
Travel required.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Three to five years experience, preferably in more than one discipline with a minimum of two years of management experience in a hospital.
Must possess strong leadership skills with good communication and organizational skills.
