Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
Laboratory Informatics Analyst, Sr.
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Overview
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report. Location Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children\u2019s Hospital of Chicago Job Description
Job Duties: Practices the informatics process through daily responsibilities defines and reduces complex problems, formulates models and algorithms, develops information systems models, deploys solutions and assesses the impact of these proposals.
Develops and implements laboratory information technologies, systems and products. Maintains documentation of system configurations. Provides non-Sunquest/EPIC laboratory application implementation support, technical guidance, and assists for all issues regarding assigned applications. Evaluates system utilization and performance. Participates in system optimization. Assists with the optimization of the performance evaluation and testing upgrades of existing technologies/systems.
Works collaboratively with end-users to understand workflows and develop system support, including analysis of business needs and user needs, translation into proper system requirement specifications and documentation of requirements. Participates in completion of user documentation and training procedures. Coordinates and assists in the orientation and training of staff to technology systems, including the development of training materials, training schedule, and competency exam.
Serves as a laboratory project resource in the identification, selection and operational management of laboratory information technologies, systems and products that utilize patient and client data to support laboratory practice activities, ensuring compliance with IM policies at all times. Develops and monitors testing scenarios and methodologies to demonstrate system effectiveness. Prepares and maintains documentation on testing plans.
Works with clinical laboratory, information management and data analytics/reporting leadership to conceptualize and implement optimal reporting and laboratory informatics processes for best practice and decision support; this can include data mining, data translation and report building (Tableau, Power BI, etc.).
Keeps current with new standards. Ensures compliance with CLIA/CAP requirements. Adheres to HIPAA regulations for transactions, security and confidentiality.
Demonstrates excellent facilitation skills, as well as analytical, written and oral communication skills. Determines appropriate course of action in complex situations. Enhances the knowledge base and mentors junior staff members of the laboratory informatics section related to job functions.
Performs job functions adhering to service principles with customer service focus of innovation, service excellence and teamwork to provide the highest quality care and service to our patients, families, co-workers and others.
Attends and participates in internal or external user groups and professional organizations to enhance professional knowledge.
Other job functions as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Clinical Informatics, or relevant science field with related training required. Postgraduate degree in the same fields is also acceptable. Additional postgraduate training is desirable.
Minimum three years of experience installing/supporting applications and systems analysis/design and integration/design in a healthcare setting required.
Experience and familiarity with at least one of the following aspects of clinical informatics and/or information technology project management:
Thoroughly understands and differentiates basic and translational informatics.
Distinguishes various healthcare technology systems; executive, business, operational, clinical, etc.
Comprehends the information technology project life cycle in its entirety.
Identifies appropriate resources for all aspects of healthcare information system builds and maintenance.
Working knowledge of various types of interfaces, databases, and server infrastructures.
Understands medical terminology as applicable to job functions.
Preferences
Clinical laboratory or clinical pathology experience preferred.
Experience with information systems within the clinical laboratory is desirable.
Experience and demonstrated proficiency in one or more of the following is desirable:
Scripting languages (e.g. PERL, SQL, Python, HTML/CSS, Java).
Product Development Certification (e.g. PDMA, AIPMM).
Business Analysis Certification (e.g. CCBA, CBAP).
Operational Development Methodologies Certification (e.g. Agile PMI-ACP, Scrum CSM).
Experience developing and implementing clinical informatics processes, specifically report building and/or customization of data flows (e.g. hard stops, alerts, best practices, bedside support) is desirable.
This position does not offer any Visa/OPT support. Education
Bachelor\u2019s Degree: Information Technology (Required) Pay Range
$65,520.00-$107,120.00 Salary At Lurie Children\u2019s, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children\u2019s offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs. For more details on other compensation, consult your recruiter or click the following link to learn more about our benefits. Benefits
For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes: Medical, dental and vision insurance Employer paid group term life and disability Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Accounts Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave 403(b) with a 5% employer match Various voluntary benefits: Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability
Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
Tuition assistance
Student loan servicing and support
Adoption benefits
Backup Childcare and Eldercare
Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities
Discount purchasing program
There’s a Place for You with Us At Lurie Children’s, we embrace and celebrate building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints — recognizing that different life experiences strengthen our workplace and the care we provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care. Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Support email: candidatesupport@luriechildrens.org
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Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report. Location Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children\u2019s Hospital of Chicago Job Description
Job Duties: Practices the informatics process through daily responsibilities defines and reduces complex problems, formulates models and algorithms, develops information systems models, deploys solutions and assesses the impact of these proposals.
Develops and implements laboratory information technologies, systems and products. Maintains documentation of system configurations. Provides non-Sunquest/EPIC laboratory application implementation support, technical guidance, and assists for all issues regarding assigned applications. Evaluates system utilization and performance. Participates in system optimization. Assists with the optimization of the performance evaluation and testing upgrades of existing technologies/systems.
Works collaboratively with end-users to understand workflows and develop system support, including analysis of business needs and user needs, translation into proper system requirement specifications and documentation of requirements. Participates in completion of user documentation and training procedures. Coordinates and assists in the orientation and training of staff to technology systems, including the development of training materials, training schedule, and competency exam.
Serves as a laboratory project resource in the identification, selection and operational management of laboratory information technologies, systems and products that utilize patient and client data to support laboratory practice activities, ensuring compliance with IM policies at all times. Develops and monitors testing scenarios and methodologies to demonstrate system effectiveness. Prepares and maintains documentation on testing plans.
Works with clinical laboratory, information management and data analytics/reporting leadership to conceptualize and implement optimal reporting and laboratory informatics processes for best practice and decision support; this can include data mining, data translation and report building (Tableau, Power BI, etc.).
Keeps current with new standards. Ensures compliance with CLIA/CAP requirements. Adheres to HIPAA regulations for transactions, security and confidentiality.
Demonstrates excellent facilitation skills, as well as analytical, written and oral communication skills. Determines appropriate course of action in complex situations. Enhances the knowledge base and mentors junior staff members of the laboratory informatics section related to job functions.
Performs job functions adhering to service principles with customer service focus of innovation, service excellence and teamwork to provide the highest quality care and service to our patients, families, co-workers and others.
Attends and participates in internal or external user groups and professional organizations to enhance professional knowledge.
Other job functions as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Clinical Informatics, or relevant science field with related training required. Postgraduate degree in the same fields is also acceptable. Additional postgraduate training is desirable.
Minimum three years of experience installing/supporting applications and systems analysis/design and integration/design in a healthcare setting required.
Experience and familiarity with at least one of the following aspects of clinical informatics and/or information technology project management:
Thoroughly understands and differentiates basic and translational informatics.
Distinguishes various healthcare technology systems; executive, business, operational, clinical, etc.
Comprehends the information technology project life cycle in its entirety.
Identifies appropriate resources for all aspects of healthcare information system builds and maintenance.
Working knowledge of various types of interfaces, databases, and server infrastructures.
Understands medical terminology as applicable to job functions.
Preferences
Clinical laboratory or clinical pathology experience preferred.
Experience with information systems within the clinical laboratory is desirable.
Experience and demonstrated proficiency in one or more of the following is desirable:
Scripting languages (e.g. PERL, SQL, Python, HTML/CSS, Java).
Product Development Certification (e.g. PDMA, AIPMM).
Business Analysis Certification (e.g. CCBA, CBAP).
Operational Development Methodologies Certification (e.g. Agile PMI-ACP, Scrum CSM).
Experience developing and implementing clinical informatics processes, specifically report building and/or customization of data flows (e.g. hard stops, alerts, best practices, bedside support) is desirable.
This position does not offer any Visa/OPT support. Education
Bachelor\u2019s Degree: Information Technology (Required) Pay Range
$65,520.00-$107,120.00 Salary At Lurie Children\u2019s, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children\u2019s offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs. For more details on other compensation, consult your recruiter or click the following link to learn more about our benefits. Benefits
For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes: Medical, dental and vision insurance Employer paid group term life and disability Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Accounts Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave 403(b) with a 5% employer match Various voluntary benefits: Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability
Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
Tuition assistance
Student loan servicing and support
Adoption benefits
Backup Childcare and Eldercare
Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities
Discount purchasing program
There’s a Place for You with Us At Lurie Children’s, we embrace and celebrate building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints — recognizing that different life experiences strengthen our workplace and the care we provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care. Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Support email: candidatesupport@luriechildrens.org
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