Electronic Health Records Expert

The Dakota State Applied Research Corporation (DARC) is a dynamic research entity advancing cutting-edge solutions in cybersecurity, technology, and digital innovation. Leveraging expertise of skilled researchers and industry professionals, DARC engages in collaborative projects, applied research, and technology development initiatives to address real-world challenges faced by businesses, government entities, and communities. 

· Support vendor-neutral reviews of Electronic Health Record systems, workflows, and related healthcare technology environments.

· Assess EHR workflows, data integrity, access controls, and other security considerations and provide actionable recommendations.

· Support Health Information Exchange and interoperability readiness assessments, including interface planning and data-sharing considerations.

· Evaluate EHR practices and workflows for alignment with applicable healthcare privacy, security, and regulatory requirements.

· Analyze EHR and HIE interoperability environments and develop clear reports, findings, and recommendations based on assessment results.

· Work with healthcare providers and project team members to identify EHR, HIE interoperability, workflow, and data-integrity challenges.

· Adapt to different healthcare environments, EHR platforms, provider workflows, and technical configurations.

· Contribute to the development of EHR and HIE readiness checklists, assessment methodologies, and other technical assistance resources.

· Perform other duties as assigned by program staff.

 · Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with a commitment to accurate recordkeeping, secure information handling, and consistent and timely follow-through.

· Ability to manage competing priorities and operate effectively in a dynamic, evolving work environment.

· Familiarity with HIPAA requirements, particularly as they relate to electronic health records, patient data, access controls, and healthcare information systems.

· Familiarity with EHR systems, clinical workflows, and healthcare data-entry and documentation practices.

· Familiarity with healthcare interoperability and HIE concepts.

· Familiarity with healthcare coding and clinical terminology standards, such as ICD-10 and SNOMED CT.

· Ability to evaluate EHR workflows, data-integrity risks, and access-control considerations.

· Ability to analyze technical and operational information and translate findings into clear, actionable recommendations.

· Strong written communication skills, including the ability to prepare reports based on analysis and assessment results.

· Strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with technical and nontechnical stakeholders.

· Ability to work independently, learn unfamiliar technologies and environments, and solve novel problems.

· Ability to collaborate effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

· Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

· Bachelor's degree with 5 years experience.