Lead Integration Programmer - SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University : Job Details

Apply now Job No: 496686Department: INFORMATION SYSTEMSLocal Title: Lead Integration ProgrammerBudget Title: Lead Programmer/AnalystWork Type: Full TimeLocation: Brooklyn, NYCategories: Information Technology

Are you looking to take your career to new heights with a leader in healthcare? SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is one of the nation's leading metropolitan medical centers. As the only academic medical center in Brooklyn, we serve a large population that is among the most diverse in the world.

Job Summary:

The Department of Information Services at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking a full-time Lead Programmer Analyst / Lead Integration Programmer.

The successful candidate will serve as a Lead Interface Analyst (HL7) by performing analysis and designing integration mapping to accomplish successful integration between multiple systems within and outside of the Enterprise using appropriate HL7 and XML standards and Integration Tools. Additional duties and responsibilities will include:

• Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve interface issues in Cerner OpenLink, Allscripts eLink, ISS and various clinical, financial and other applications.
• Develop and support HL7 interfaces for multiple ancillary systems, insurance and regulatory agency data exchanges.
• Provide strong technical expertise in Interface development and support around HL7, CCD/CCDA and Direct Secure Messaging.
• Perform conversion and code old custom interface programs to integrate them in the Interface Engine.
• Produce, update and maintain detailed interface technical documentations.
• Work closely with other Developers and Management on HL7 development and deployment issues.
• Develop, build, and test new interfaces using HL7 standards and other proprietary interface models with Allscripts Sunrise Clinical Manager EMR, various ancillary systems and Vendors.
• Refer integration problems as required to vendors.
• Identify new features and capabilities to enhance system usability, HIE expansion, and user adoption.
• Sustain integrity of integration systems through application updates and upgrades. Review release notes, determine impact to downstream systems, make necessary configuration changes and perform integrated testing.
• Assist with maintenance of integration infrastructure including routine support, upgrades, problem diagnosis and performance tuning.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Science, Computer Science, Business, Engineering, or related business degree combined with at least 5 years of experience in a similar role in a healthcare technology department.
• 3+ years of experience in interface development and support within a healthcare environment.
• 2+ years of experience working with the Cerner OpenLink.
• 2+ years of experience working with the Allscripts eLink and ISS interface engines or similar interface engines.
• Experience with HL7 interface design and development with practical experience implementing projects.
• Proven experience with building and maintaining Document, ADT, Orders, Result, Dictation, Scheduling, Dictionary, Charge, and Conversion Interfaces. Hands-on experience working with HL7 message types such as ADT OBX and ORM.
• Proficiency with HL7. Hands-on experience on Perl/CCL/Java and MS SQL Server.
• Experienced in development and support of HL7 interfaces for multiple ancillary systems, insurance and regulatory agencies for data exchange.
• Knowledge of programming languages such as Perl, Python, .NET, C#, Unix, SQL, Oracle or other scripting languages.
• HL7 Data Conversion Mapping and SSIS package knowledge is desirable.
• Experience and familiarity with Healthcare Provider platforms and technologies.
• Consultative approach to solving complex integration problems. Ability to see the big picture and recommend strategies based on detailed understanding of current state as well as future direction.
• Experience with all phases of the software development lifecycle (requirement, design, development, testing, deployment, support).
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Integration experience with Cerner OpenLink, Allscripts eLink and ISS.
• Expertise in Perl script programming.
• HL7 Certification.
• Working experience with Allscripts Sunrise Clinical Manager or other EMR, Cerner Siemens Eagle, Lab, radiology, cardiology and other Healthcare ancillary systems.

Work Schedule:

Monday to Friday; 9:00am to 5:00pm (Full-Time)

Salary Range:

Commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction, and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.

Women, minorities, veterans, individuals with disabilities and members of underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact Human Resources at [email protected].

Advertised: February 09, 2025 Eastern Standard TimeApplications close: Open until filled.