Integration or Interoperability Specialist

Professional, Integration or Interoperability specialist

• Location: NEOM, Saudi Arabia
• Department: CMD Technology Operations
• Business Unit: Health & Wellbeing
• Job Description:
  • We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Interoperability Professional to join our computational health team. The ideal candidate will be instrumental in driving interoperability initiatives, with hands-on experience in Epic, Cerner, or InterSystems. This role requires a deep understanding of healthcare data exchange, interoperability standards, and the ability to enhance overall clinical and operational workflows through seamless integration with external systems.
• Responsibilities:
  • Develop and implement a comprehensive interoperability strategy, collaborating with IT teams, vendors, and healthcare stakeholders to ensure seamless data exchange between internal and external systems.
  • Lead interoperability efforts for platforms such as Epic, Cerner, or InterSystems, ensuring the efficient and secure exchange of healthcare data with external entities.
  • Design and implement solutions for health information exchange, fostering communication and data sharing between disparate systems and healthcare providers.
  • Stay abreast of healthcare interoperability standards, such as HL7, FHIR, and CCD, ensuring that interoperability solutions align with current regulations and industry best practices.
  • Design, develop, and test interfaces between different healthcare systems, ensuring data accuracy, security, and compliance with interoperability standards.
  • Provide expertise and support during the implementation of interoperability solutions, collaborating with project managers, IT teams, and external partners to ensure successful deployment.
  • Act as a point of contact for troubleshooting interoperability-related issues, conducting root cause analyses, and working closely with technical teams for effective problem resolution.
  • Implement quality assurance measures for healthcare data exchange, including data validation, error handling, and monitoring to ensure the integrity of interoperable systems.
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including healthcare providers, vendors, and regulatory bodies, to ensure alignment with interoperability goals and standards.
• Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Health Informatics, Computer Science, or a related field. Master's degree is a plus.
  • Proven experience as an Interoperability Professional, with a minimum of 5 years.
  • Hands-on experience with interoperability initiatives, specifically with Epic, Cerner, or InterSystems, in a hospital or healthcare setting.
  • In-depth knowledge of healthcare interoperability standards, such as HL7, FHIR, and CCD.
  • Previous experience in the implementation of interoperability solutions within a healthcare environment.
  • Strong technical skills, including proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., SQL, Python) and interface engines.
  • Project management skills, including the ability to create and execute interoperability project plans, manage budgets, and lead cross-functional teams.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Knowledge of healthcare regulations, including HIPAA, and a commitment to data security and compliance.