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On Site
USD 30.00 - 35.00 per hour
Full Time
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Analytics
Reporting
HL7
Attention To Detail
Workflow
Communication
Analytical Skill
Conflict Resolution
Problem Solving
Management
Health Care
Health Information Exchange
Data Integration
Microsoft Exchange
Auditing
Normalization
Semantics
Data Quality
Documentation
Mapping
Health Informatics
Science
Public Health
Data Analysis
ICD
Taxes
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Job Details
Description
Clinical Terminology Specialist is responsible for maintaining and mapping standardized healthcare vocabularies to support semantic consistency and interoperability across data sources within the Health Information Exchange (HIE) environment. This role ensures that clinical data from multiple systems can be accurately interpreted and used for patient care, analytics, and reporting.
The ideal candidate will have:
Experience working with clinical terminologies and coding systems such as SNOMED CT, LOINC, ICD, CPT, and RxNorm
A strong understanding of health data exchange standards
Familiarity with health data exchange standards and interoperability frameworks (e.g., HL7, FHIR)
Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
Experience working in a Health Information Exchange (HIE) or clinical informatics environment
Knowledge of terminology management tools or platforms
Understanding of clinical workflows and data use in healthcare settings
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Analytical thinking and problem-solving
Commitment to data accuracy and standardization
Ability to work independently and as part of a technical team
Duties include but are not limited to:
Vocabulary Management:
o Maintain and update standardized healthcare terminologies and code sets used within the health information exchange.
o Ensure consistency in the representation of clinical concepts across systems.
o Monitor industry updates to terminology standards and incorporate changes as needed.
Terminology Mapping:
o Map local codes from participating organizations to standardized concepts (e.g., SNOMED, LOINC, ICD, CPT, RxNorm).
o Review, validate, and update mappings to support accurate data integration and interoperability.
o Ensure semantic consistency and alignment across disparate data sources to support accurate exchange and integration.
o Conduct periodic audits to ensure the accuracy and completeness of vocabulary mappings.
Interoperability Support
o Work closely with technical teams to assist in data normalization efforts and to support semantic alignment across systems.
o Assist with troubleshooting terminology-related data quality issues.
Documentation & Collaboration
o Document procedures, mapping methodologies, decisions, and updates.
o Collaborate with clinical informatics, technical staff, and external data partners to ensure alignment with industry standards and best practices.
Education:
Bachelor's degree in Health Informatics, Information Science, Public Health, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
Skills
Data analysis, LOINC, ICD, SNOWMED, FHIR
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Raleigh, NC.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully remote position.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2025.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services
We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
Clinical Terminology Specialist is responsible for maintaining and mapping standardized healthcare vocabularies to support semantic consistency and interoperability across data sources within the Health Information Exchange (HIE) environment. This role ensures that clinical data from multiple systems can be accurately interpreted and used for patient care, analytics, and reporting.
The ideal candidate will have:
Experience working with clinical terminologies and coding systems such as SNOMED CT, LOINC, ICD, CPT, and RxNorm
A strong understanding of health data exchange standards
Familiarity with health data exchange standards and interoperability frameworks (e.g., HL7, FHIR)
Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
Experience working in a Health Information Exchange (HIE) or clinical informatics environment
Knowledge of terminology management tools or platforms
Understanding of clinical workflows and data use in healthcare settings
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Analytical thinking and problem-solving
Commitment to data accuracy and standardization
Ability to work independently and as part of a technical team
Duties include but are not limited to:
Vocabulary Management:
o Maintain and update standardized healthcare terminologies and code sets used within the health information exchange.
o Ensure consistency in the representation of clinical concepts across systems.
o Monitor industry updates to terminology standards and incorporate changes as needed.
Terminology Mapping:
o Map local codes from participating organizations to standardized concepts (e.g., SNOMED, LOINC, ICD, CPT, RxNorm).
o Review, validate, and update mappings to support accurate data integration and interoperability.
o Ensure semantic consistency and alignment across disparate data sources to support accurate exchange and integration.
o Conduct periodic audits to ensure the accuracy and completeness of vocabulary mappings.
Interoperability Support
o Work closely with technical teams to assist in data normalization efforts and to support semantic alignment across systems.
o Assist with troubleshooting terminology-related data quality issues.
Documentation & Collaboration
o Document procedures, mapping methodologies, decisions, and updates.
o Collaborate with clinical informatics, technical staff, and external data partners to ensure alignment with industry standards and best practices.
Education:
Bachelor's degree in Health Informatics, Information Science, Public Health, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
Skills
Data analysis, LOINC, ICD, SNOWMED, FHIR
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Raleigh, NC.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully remote position.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2025.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services
We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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