Job Description
Join the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Raleigh, NC as a Veterans Health Information Technology Specialist and make a meaningful impact on our nation's heroes. We offer comprehensive federal benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and professional development opportunities. Enjoy competitive salaries, flexible work arrangements, and a supportive environment dedicated to excellence. Hiring now for motivated professionals passionate about leveraging technology to transform veteran healthcare services.
Responsibilities
- Implement and maintain electronic health record systems (EHR) for veteran patient data management
- Coordinate IT infrastructure upgrades and cybersecurity initiatives for healthcare facilities
- Train clinical staff on health information technology systems and best practices
- Analyze data analytics to improve patient care outcomes and operational efficiency
- Ensure HIPAA compliance and data security protocols across all systems
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on digital transformation projects
- Manage vendor relationships for healthcare technology solutions
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Health Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of experience in healthcare IT systems implementation
- Certification in Health Information Technology (RHIA) or cybersecurity (CompTIA Security+)
- Proficiency with EHR systems (e.g., VistA, Epic, Cerner)
- Strong knowledge of HIPAA and healthcare data privacy regulations
- Experience with database management and SQL
- Ability to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance