Business Analyst

Overview

On Site
$30 - $32
Contract - W2
Contract - 12 month(s)
No Travel Required

Skills

Business Analyst

Job Details

Job Description:
  • The Kentucky Immunization Registry (KYIR) receives HL7 VXU data from more than 3000 points of care (POC).
  • The number of point-of-care sites exchanging data with KYIR and the number of records in KYIR continue to increase.
  • These interfaces and the ongoing data exchange along with the content and quality of the immunization records exchanged must be compliant with Health Level Seven International (HL7) version 2.5.1.
  • This project is to complete all onboarding of providers (pharmacists, hospitals, doctor offices, etc.) specifically for the immunization (VXU) feed.
  • The bi-directional (QBP) feed with the immunization registry is an additional feature that has increased in the current fiscal year.
  • This position will be a technical resource responsible for onboarding providers. Post pandemic onboarding has gained importance.
  • This role also functions to resolve interface issues and perform data validation for quality.
  • Work closely with the development team and assist with creation and documentation of functional specifications and technical design documents for the KYIR.
  • The BA will attend/provide status updates during team meetings to the Immunization Program Team.
  • Coordinate and implement electronic health record (EHR) interfaces from healthcare providers and other data senders such as health insurance plans, pharmacies and local public health agencies. Develops data exchange guidance and procedures.
  • Provide education and technical assistance to KYIR staff, healthcare providers and stakeholders on electronic data exchange and standards.
  • Serve as a member of the team to coordinate on-boarding activities for exchange participants across the Commonwealth (providers, hospitals, etc.), helping vendors connect to the KYIR via the KY Health Exchange.
  • Designs and implements formal testing procedures and standards to evaluate and assess system enhancements and upgrades made to the KYIR web application baseline.
  • Educational Requirements: A minimum of a bachelor's degree in business analytics, computer systems or information technology.
Skill Sets Required:
  • At least 2 years' experience working with EHR technical team or HL7 messaging/knowledge of HL7 2.5.1.
  • National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST tool) knowledge.
Skill sets Preferred:
  • Experience facilitating interfaces within healthcare organizations.
  • Experience implementing EMRs in hospitals or provider offices.
  • Competency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint).
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