Clinical information systems director job description
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Clinical information systems director requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in clinical information systems director job postings.
Sample clinical information systems director requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Health Informatics or related field.
- Minimum of 5 years experience managing clinical information systems.
- Demonstrated knowledge of clinical information system technologies.
- Demonstrated knowledge of applicable healthcare privacy regulations.
- Demonstrated knowledge of data management principles.
Sample required clinical information systems director soft skills
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to prioritize.
- Ability to work collaboratively with a variety of stakeholders.
Clinical information systems director job description example 1
University of Maryland Medical System clinical information systems director job description
What You Will Do:
General Summary
Leads program management of information technology, data security, and technology integration for medical equipment acquisition planning, network access, cybersecurity, Electronic Medical Record (EMR) Integration, technology and software upgrades. Works with stakeholders across the system to conceive, design, develop and oversee implementation of technology-based solutions to clinical and operational challenges. Manages the day-to-day operations of the clinical systems engineers. Assists team members in developing and implementing medical technology master plans, ensuring new equipment meets requirements for cyber security, and reviewing new technology for connectivity to networks and the EMR. Responsible for the standardization, management and support of the Systems' Real-Time-Location-System (RTLS) and nurse call systems.
Principal Responsibilities and Tasks The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by person(s) assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified.
Cybersecurity. Works with IS&T Security to ensure that medical devices, device networks and servers linked to networks meet all cyber security standards. Works with clinical engineering to review new acquisitions for potential security issues including, but not limited to, networks, server interfaces with the EMR.
+ Develops security systems, analyzing current systems for vulnerabilities
+ Keeps track of how data enters and flows through medical devices
+ Develops a risk assessment and control strategy for medical devices
+ Ensures medical devices have the required security controls to collect, store, and transmit patient data in a way that is consistent with organizational policy
+ Performs threat risk assessment for medical devices and cybersecurity risk for business and clinical purposes
+ Conducts regular security audits for medical devices
+ Defines access and security protocols and who is allowed to view specific information on medical devices
+ Keeps security patches and operating systems up to date by working with vendor
+ Reviews, analyzes, and reports on emerging technologies and their effect on the cybersecurity posture of medical devices
+ Develops cybersecurity requirements for various medical devices
+ Evaluates medical device manufacturers cybersecurity questionnaire for accuracy and completion
+ Maintains cybersecurity vendor package
+ Supports vendor management and clinical engineering teams for cybersecurity requests
+ Manages cybersecurity technical components of large projects
+ Remains up to date on new and emerging technologies within the area of technical expertise and serve as a resource to other employees
Medical Equipment Integration with EPIC
+ Leads the development for a 5-year medical equipment integration plan with EPIC and works with clinical engineering teams in the implementation of the plan.
+ Develops mutually beneficial RACI matrix with IS&T to support, maintain, and troubleshoot EPIC-Integrated medical devices.
RTLS and Nurse Call System Oversees design, development and implementation of strategic plans for the system-wide standardization of RTLS and nurse call systems
+ Sets up support processes and teams to maintain the RTLS and nurse call maintenance across the system.
Novel Solutions Development. Oversees design, development and implementation of novel medical equipment related clinical solutions, including research, innovation, design, construction, testing, development and integration.
+ Initiates and participates in meetings with executive leadership, clinical chiefs, physicians, department administrators and various operational departments/hospital staff to compile data for medical technology requirements. Develops and implements complex communication and fact-finding techniques to maximize clinician and operational input and asset utilization, while minimizing associated time and monetary commitments of the hospital.
+ Develops solutions for device connectivity, including reviewing and developing clinical and/or operational workflow, data flow analysis, network diagrams, hardware specifications, middle ware analysis and configuration, connectivity to servers, virtual machines and Picture Archiving Systems (PACS), evaluation of medical device compatibility with IT infrastructure. Sets up test environment for technology assessment and review of data storage requirements. Conducts a complete assessment of IT security risks and works to minimize those risks.
+ Assists in the identification, design and selection of healthcare technology platform, equipment, hardware and software, deployment, maintenance, and testing procedures to meet clinical and operational needs by providing the evaluation and research of medical device interoperability with other medical devices and/or IT infrastructure by identifying the hardware, software and clinical applications required.
+ Consults with senior leadership and operational leaders to obtain information to determine the best combination of technical solutions in equipment/software/practice. Oversees design and development of quality assurance measures that monitor the consistency and quality of new technology hardware and software.
+ Provides technical counsel to staff on codes, standards and best practices. Consults with nursing, ancillary, IS&T, and medical staff regarding operational issues, equipment problems, initiatives and projects.
+ Works with management and end users to determine the appropriate approach to maintenance and services of technology. Establishes service requirements, service standards, and service vehicles.
+ Provides consultation and oversight of the integration between audiovisual technology and medical devices. Assists with establishing, monitoring and maintaining software and hardware related to clinical engineering, audiovisual and TV systems not supported by the manufacturer, including ancillary elements of the nurse call platform, ancillary elements of the clinical monitoring system, video systems supporting clinical applications, clinical communications platforms managed by clinical engineering, audiovisual technology used in clinical settings, and systems supporting specific clinical engineering platforms.
+ Manages servers, switches and proprietary network systems related to clinical engineering equipment and systems.
New Technology Consultation . Develops and provides expert knowledge of evolving and emerging medical technologies and provide consultation to clinical engineering leadership, clinicians and leadership.
+ Plans and reviews software and hardware requirements for implementation and accessibility to medical equipment associated clinical applications, applicable emergent technologies and recommend for consideration by leadership.
+ Recommends and coordinates implementation of medical technology systems, processes and improvements.
+ Evaluates proposals and reports on financial, technical, and health care merit/qualities of new and emerging technologies. Translates the information into layperson's terms. Report information and related benefits to leadership and hospital personnel.
Project Planning and Implementation.
+ In concert with other stakeholders, develops detailed conceptual and feasibility studies for specific medical technology initiatives, including new and replacement equipment, medical equipment for construction projects, and computerized clinical applications. Provides project management leadership to determine the viability, costs, benefits and timeline of projects.
+ Determines at the conceptual and schematic level scope of projects, including required space, equipment, renovations, and required start and completion dates. Identifies new technology and installation alternatives.
Other Duties
+ Documents, communicates and enforces software and hardware installation and replacement
+ Maintains and documents customer agreed-to multi-year plans for technology replacements and coordinates with clinical engineering manager for financial planning activities.
+ Takes on call assignments within the department schedule and serves affiliated facilities.
Professional Development: Maintains professional growth and development of the audiovisual team through attending in-service training, external seminars, and activities/events to keep abreast of developments in the field.
What You Need to Be Successful:
Education and Experience
+ Bachelor's Degree in computer science, biomedical, clinical engineering, or related technical field; minimum of ten years of IT networking or related experience is required.
+ Five years' experience in clinical systems engineering required which must include a minimum of two years clinical engineering experience. Two years of lead/supervisory experience preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
+ Solid working knowledge of healthcare technology management, medical device and software interoperability and integration, hardware configuration, design, installation, trouble shooting and device and data security is required.
+ Expert level knowledge in software and hardware system integration in the areas of audiovisual technology, networking, telecom, and physiologic monitoring technologies.
+ Solid working knowledge of program management, research skills, master planning, project scheduling, and project estimating is required.
+ Solid working knowledge of medical equipment regulatory standards plus hospital design and building codes and regulations is required.
+ Solid working knowledge of information technology for clinical and operational applications, including data storage and security, redundancy, backups and recovery, is required.
+ High level of judgment, discretion, and sensitivity to confidential business and clinical issues is required. Ability to demonstrate professional credibility is required.
+ Ability to develop conceptual designs, including custom designs, and assist in negotiating contracts/services is required.
+ Ability to perform life-cycle analysis of complex equipment before and while in service. In particular demonstrated experience in undertaking service contract/in-house maintenance assessments and asset utilization studies with eventual presentation to executive management for decision-making.
+ Highly effective written and verbal communication and leadership skills are required to effectively work and interact with senior leadership, physicians, engineers, consulting firms, administration and support staff. Ability to draft technical specifications is required.
We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
General Summary
Leads program management of information technology, data security, and technology integration for medical equipment acquisition planning, network access, cybersecurity, Electronic Medical Record (EMR) Integration, technology and software upgrades. Works with stakeholders across the system to conceive, design, develop and oversee implementation of technology-based solutions to clinical and operational challenges. Manages the day-to-day operations of the clinical systems engineers. Assists team members in developing and implementing medical technology master plans, ensuring new equipment meets requirements for cyber security, and reviewing new technology for connectivity to networks and the EMR. Responsible for the standardization, management and support of the Systems' Real-Time-Location-System (RTLS) and nurse call systems.
Principal Responsibilities and Tasks The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by person(s) assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified.
Cybersecurity. Works with IS&T Security to ensure that medical devices, device networks and servers linked to networks meet all cyber security standards. Works with clinical engineering to review new acquisitions for potential security issues including, but not limited to, networks, server interfaces with the EMR.
+ Develops security systems, analyzing current systems for vulnerabilities
+ Keeps track of how data enters and flows through medical devices
+ Develops a risk assessment and control strategy for medical devices
+ Ensures medical devices have the required security controls to collect, store, and transmit patient data in a way that is consistent with organizational policy
+ Performs threat risk assessment for medical devices and cybersecurity risk for business and clinical purposes
+ Conducts regular security audits for medical devices
+ Defines access and security protocols and who is allowed to view specific information on medical devices
+ Keeps security patches and operating systems up to date by working with vendor
+ Reviews, analyzes, and reports on emerging technologies and their effect on the cybersecurity posture of medical devices
+ Develops cybersecurity requirements for various medical devices
+ Evaluates medical device manufacturers cybersecurity questionnaire for accuracy and completion
+ Maintains cybersecurity vendor package
+ Supports vendor management and clinical engineering teams for cybersecurity requests
+ Manages cybersecurity technical components of large projects
+ Remains up to date on new and emerging technologies within the area of technical expertise and serve as a resource to other employees
Medical Equipment Integration with EPIC
+ Leads the development for a 5-year medical equipment integration plan with EPIC and works with clinical engineering teams in the implementation of the plan.
+ Develops mutually beneficial RACI matrix with IS&T to support, maintain, and troubleshoot EPIC-Integrated medical devices.
RTLS and Nurse Call System Oversees design, development and implementation of strategic plans for the system-wide standardization of RTLS and nurse call systems
+ Sets up support processes and teams to maintain the RTLS and nurse call maintenance across the system.
Novel Solutions Development. Oversees design, development and implementation of novel medical equipment related clinical solutions, including research, innovation, design, construction, testing, development and integration.
+ Initiates and participates in meetings with executive leadership, clinical chiefs, physicians, department administrators and various operational departments/hospital staff to compile data for medical technology requirements. Develops and implements complex communication and fact-finding techniques to maximize clinician and operational input and asset utilization, while minimizing associated time and monetary commitments of the hospital.
+ Develops solutions for device connectivity, including reviewing and developing clinical and/or operational workflow, data flow analysis, network diagrams, hardware specifications, middle ware analysis and configuration, connectivity to servers, virtual machines and Picture Archiving Systems (PACS), evaluation of medical device compatibility with IT infrastructure. Sets up test environment for technology assessment and review of data storage requirements. Conducts a complete assessment of IT security risks and works to minimize those risks.
+ Assists in the identification, design and selection of healthcare technology platform, equipment, hardware and software, deployment, maintenance, and testing procedures to meet clinical and operational needs by providing the evaluation and research of medical device interoperability with other medical devices and/or IT infrastructure by identifying the hardware, software and clinical applications required.
+ Consults with senior leadership and operational leaders to obtain information to determine the best combination of technical solutions in equipment/software/practice. Oversees design and development of quality assurance measures that monitor the consistency and quality of new technology hardware and software.
+ Provides technical counsel to staff on codes, standards and best practices. Consults with nursing, ancillary, IS&T, and medical staff regarding operational issues, equipment problems, initiatives and projects.
+ Works with management and end users to determine the appropriate approach to maintenance and services of technology. Establishes service requirements, service standards, and service vehicles.
+ Provides consultation and oversight of the integration between audiovisual technology and medical devices. Assists with establishing, monitoring and maintaining software and hardware related to clinical engineering, audiovisual and TV systems not supported by the manufacturer, including ancillary elements of the nurse call platform, ancillary elements of the clinical monitoring system, video systems supporting clinical applications, clinical communications platforms managed by clinical engineering, audiovisual technology used in clinical settings, and systems supporting specific clinical engineering platforms.
+ Manages servers, switches and proprietary network systems related to clinical engineering equipment and systems.
New Technology Consultation . Develops and provides expert knowledge of evolving and emerging medical technologies and provide consultation to clinical engineering leadership, clinicians and leadership.
+ Plans and reviews software and hardware requirements for implementation and accessibility to medical equipment associated clinical applications, applicable emergent technologies and recommend for consideration by leadership.
+ Recommends and coordinates implementation of medical technology systems, processes and improvements.
+ Evaluates proposals and reports on financial, technical, and health care merit/qualities of new and emerging technologies. Translates the information into layperson's terms. Report information and related benefits to leadership and hospital personnel.
Project Planning and Implementation.
+ In concert with other stakeholders, develops detailed conceptual and feasibility studies for specific medical technology initiatives, including new and replacement equipment, medical equipment for construction projects, and computerized clinical applications. Provides project management leadership to determine the viability, costs, benefits and timeline of projects.
+ Determines at the conceptual and schematic level scope of projects, including required space, equipment, renovations, and required start and completion dates. Identifies new technology and installation alternatives.
Other Duties
+ Documents, communicates and enforces software and hardware installation and replacement
+ Maintains and documents customer agreed-to multi-year plans for technology replacements and coordinates with clinical engineering manager for financial planning activities.
+ Takes on call assignments within the department schedule and serves affiliated facilities.
Professional Development: Maintains professional growth and development of the audiovisual team through attending in-service training, external seminars, and activities/events to keep abreast of developments in the field.
What You Need to Be Successful:
Education and Experience
+ Bachelor's Degree in computer science, biomedical, clinical engineering, or related technical field; minimum of ten years of IT networking or related experience is required.
+ Five years' experience in clinical systems engineering required which must include a minimum of two years clinical engineering experience. Two years of lead/supervisory experience preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
+ Solid working knowledge of healthcare technology management, medical device and software interoperability and integration, hardware configuration, design, installation, trouble shooting and device and data security is required.
+ Expert level knowledge in software and hardware system integration in the areas of audiovisual technology, networking, telecom, and physiologic monitoring technologies.
+ Solid working knowledge of program management, research skills, master planning, project scheduling, and project estimating is required.
+ Solid working knowledge of medical equipment regulatory standards plus hospital design and building codes and regulations is required.
+ Solid working knowledge of information technology for clinical and operational applications, including data storage and security, redundancy, backups and recovery, is required.
+ High level of judgment, discretion, and sensitivity to confidential business and clinical issues is required. Ability to demonstrate professional credibility is required.
+ Ability to develop conceptual designs, including custom designs, and assist in negotiating contracts/services is required.
+ Ability to perform life-cycle analysis of complex equipment before and while in service. In particular demonstrated experience in undertaking service contract/in-house maintenance assessments and asset utilization studies with eventual presentation to executive management for decision-making.
+ Highly effective written and verbal communication and leadership skills are required to effectively work and interact with senior leadership, physicians, engineers, consulting firms, administration and support staff. Ability to draft technical specifications is required.
We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024