Clinical Informatics Specialist

About the role

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, with approximately 17,000 employees. It ensures the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, provides services for special populations, and helps poor individuals achieve economic independence.

Description of Work

The Clinical Informatics Specialist provides independent consultation, technical assistance, training, and program/project administration for the Epic Electronic Health Record. This role involves consulting with internal and external stakeholders, analyzing and interpreting data and trends related to the electronic health record. The Clinical Informatics Specialist collaborates with healthcare and IT professionals to design, implement, and evaluate information technology systems that enhance health outcomes, improve patient care, and strengthen the clinician-patient relationship.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities/Management Preferences

• Ability to interpret regulations, software, applications, and operate hardware for the Center's Epic Electronic Health Record.
• Ability to present ideas in written form, adjust language or terminology to meet needs of the recipient, and use correct grammar, organization, and structure.
• Knowledge in the use of Microsoft Office Products including Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.
• Two (2) years of Epic Electronic Health Record experience.
• Certified as an Epic Clinical Trainer (CT).

Recruitment Range

This position is required to work onsite at 2577 W 5th Street Greenville, NC 27834. The recruitment range is $60,881.00 - $106,544.00.

Conditional Requirements

Ability to successfully complete CPR and CPI or facility adopted de-escalation training.

About the Facility

The Walter B. Jones Center operates two adult inpatient treatment programs in Greenville, NC: Woodside Treatment Center and Lakeside Psychiatric Hospital. The primary purpose is to provide inpatient treatment, psychiatric stabilization, and medical detoxification for individuals with mental health, substance use, and other co-occurring psychiatric diagnoses. The Center is accredited by the Joint Commission and SAMHSA/CSAT. Two specialty programs are offered statewide: Inpatient Opioid Treatment and Inpatient Perinatal Services.

Supplemental Contact Information

DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. All employees are required to adhere to the facility's Vaccination Policy.

Application Process

Be sure to complete the application in its entirety. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the "Work Experience" section of the application. Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for the qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks.

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution and three (3) years progressively responsible experience related to the area of assignment; or
• An equivalent combination of training and experience.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.