Requirements:

• Practical knowledge of Health Level 7 protocols and programming methods
• Experience with enterprise interface platforms such as Cloverleaf or CorePoint
• Practical knowledge of Structure Query Language (SQL)standards, data modeling and programming methods.

Skills and Knowledge in:

• Programming languages such as C , Visual Basic, RPG, and other generative and contemporary languages.
• Structured programming methodology.
• Database design methods and support utilities.
• Computer programming, data modeling, and object-oriented programming procedures and techniques.
• Batch and on-line applications techniques.
• Operating principles and characteristics of various computers and associated hardware.
• Job planning, project planning and management.
• Prioritizing and scheduling techniques.
• Department and hospital safety practice and procedures.
• Patient rights; age specific patient care practices.
• Infection control policies and practices.
• Handling, storage, use and disposal of hazardous materials.
• Department and hospital emergency response policies and procedures.

Education/Experience:

• Equivalent to a Bachelor s Degree in computer science, computer information systems, computer programming or field related to the position
• 6 years of progressively responsible experience as an applications or systems programmer/analyst.

Licensing/Certification Requirements:
May require certification in specific information systems technology programs.