Epic Healthcare Informaticist – Pharmacy

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Position Summary:

Responsible for workflow analysis and design for the Epic and third-party applications supporting Kootenai Health, our affiliates, and downstream customers. Works in close collaboration with the clinicians including physicians, departmental leadership, Quality, Patient Safety, Information Systems, Accreditation and Licensure departments to strategically select a design, implement and guide the use of technology to ensure optimal care delivery processes and effectively communicate patient care activity. Collaborates with the Analysts, Trainers and other IT team members on the analysis, design, implementation, optimization, and support of the use of Epic modules and third-party applications. Participates in new module or new application implementation and upgrades and will act as a liaison between departmental staff and Information Systems staff for all facilities.

This position is remote optional

Responsibilities:

• Performs in-depth analysis of current and future workflows, data collection, report details and other technical issues associated with the Epic EHR and designated third-party applications
• Collaborates with analyst to collect requirements regarding potential system enhancements or new system implementation and prepares details of specifications needed; prioritizes and implements requested changes to the system
• Specializes in medication management processes and pharmacy workflow
• Leads or participates in improvement projects and on assigned committees to provide content expertise on the literature related to the use of EMR and other technology to meet patient safety goals, support clinician workflow and achieve care improvements
• Collaborates with analyst on standardization and process improvement opportunities while making build decisions
• Assists analyst with data validation – accuracy and meets business requirements
• Participates in design and execution of small-scale application testing as requested by analyst
• Participates in integrated area domain and affinity groups in support of operational governance
• Assists analyst with troubleshooting, identifying root cause, and documenting problems of simple to medium complexity for assigned applications and systems as needed.
• Develops workflow documentation for a variety pharmacy related information system
• Assists trainers as needed to develop communication related to education efforts for deployments, upgrades, optimizations, and other system changes as assigned
• Analyzes workflows and has understanding policies, procedures, and constraints in core clinical or business area(s) of responsibility
• Partners, in collaboration with the analyst, with quality, operational, and business leaders on system design and optimization to meet quality, safety, financial and efficiency needs
• Performs other related duties as assigned
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function
• Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned

Working Conditions:

• Must be able to lift and move up to 10 lbs
• Must be able to reach arms above or below shoulder height
• Must be able to maintain a sitting position
• Typical equipment used in an office job
• Repetitive movements

About Kootenai Health

Kootenai Health has a solid reputation in the Pacific Northwest and has a rich history that spans nearly 60 years of innovation, achievements, and healthcare benchmarks. Our main campus is located in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, and includes a 330-bed community-owned hospital. We have been recognized among large employers as the No. 1 Best Place to Work in Healthcare by Modern Healthcare magazine and are regularly recognized by Cleverly and Associates for providing value to our community.

•  Magnet Designated since 2006 – This designation is nursing's top honor, accepted nationally as the gold standard in nursing excellence. Kootenai was the first hospital in the Inland Northwest to receive this designation and the second in Idaho.

• Member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network – In 2014, Kootenai Health became the 30th member, a national network of like-minded organizations that share a commitment to better serving patients and their families. Kootenai Health is the first health care organization in the Pacific Northwest to be selected as a member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network, and, like all network members, will remain a locally-owned and independent health care provider.

• Most Wired / Wireless Hospital, Hospital & Health Networks – Kootenai is consistently named one of the country's 100 Most Wired hospitals. In this same survey, Kootenai also earned a spot on the Top 25 Most Wireless hospitals.

• Three Time Great Workplace Award – Kootenai Health has been recognized as one of the most engaged and productive workforces in the world!

As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:

• 100% employer-paid health insurance premiums for full-time employees.  Part-time employees pay only a small portion a month for medical, dental, and vision coverage

• Tuition assistance program

• 457 retirement plan

• Convenient near campus daycare

• An award-winning and incentive-driven wellness program

• Employee reward, recognition, and retention programs

• Professional development and leadership training opportunities

• And much more

Have you considered a career at Kootenai Health? Maybe you should!

Apply today!

Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy, Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree or Pharmacy Technician certification preferred
• ASHP Accredited Postgraduate Year 1 (PGY1) Pharmacy Residency Program or equivalent practice experience preferred
• Must be licensed/certified and/or license/certified eligible in the State of Idaho
• 2 years’ experience in a hospital and/or clinic setting preferred 
• BLS Required.  Current AHA Healthcare provider, American Red Cross, AHA Health Saver or KMC BLS within 60 days of hire
• Epic certification or accredited in one or more Epic modules as assigned required
  
  • Certification to be initiated as directed and completed within 3 months upon completion of Epic training; employee must remain current in certification or proficiency
• Other required system application certifications to complete assigned work as assigned
• Participates in after hours on-call, on-call rotation and service recovery efforts as required
• Advanced understanding of the standard tools, workflow processes, and/or procedures and concepts used in the development and deployment of application software necessary to run the Pharmacy (Inpatient, Ambulatory Retail and Specialty) systems
• Comprehensive understanding of clinical or business principles to evaluate information system and healthcare/pharmacy regulatory needs
• Knowledge of Healthcare/Pharmacy information systems
• Experience in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Experience working with online project document repositories (i.e., SharePoint)
• Ability to work independently and simultaneously on multiple priorities