The Tulare County Health & Human Services Agency (HHSA) is currently recruiting for an Electronic Health Records (EHR) Specialist. The successful candidate will assist in the planning, development, implementation, and oversight of the goals, objectives, and work of the EHR unit. This recruitment will establish an employment list to fill immediate and future vacancies throughout HHSA’s Public Health and Mental Health Branches.
The EHR Specialist will work directly with IT, clinic staff, and vendors in the development, design, and maintenance of the EHR system. He/she will assist with quality assurance audits to ensure the accuracy and integrity of data, identify end-user errors, and provide feedback. The incumbent will make recommendations for application modifications to improve clinic staff workflow efficiency and productivity. The EHR Specialist will contribute to the effort to support ongoing improvements to clinic operations by utilizing technology and training to its full potential. He/she will serve as a liaison between internal clients and other electronic health records professionals in an efficient and customer service-driven manner.
Typical DutiesKey Responsibilities - Work directly with the Supervising Electronic Health Records Specialist or Electronic Health Records Manager and the vendors, in the development, set up, and design of the electronic health records system.
- Assist with quality assurance audits of electronic health records applications to ensure the accuracy and integrity of data, identify end-user errors, and provide feedback.
- Assist in the development of policies and procedures associated with the use of electronic health records software.
- Make recommendations for application modifications to improve clinic workflow efficiency and productivity of health and mental health staff.
- Lead electronic health records implementation project plans and project teams.
- Serve as liaison between our internal customers and other electronic health records professionals in an effective and customer service-driven manner.
Minimum QualificationsRequired Qualifications Candidates must meet the qualifications listed below by the application deadline .
- Completion of two (2) years of college or a university in health, mental health, business administration, computer science, or a closely related field.
- Increasingly responsible experience in health, mental health, or electronic health records may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.
Additional InformationDesirable Qualification- Knowledge of and at least 5 years experience with electronic health records.
Conditions of Employment- Candidates selected will be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted, which may include a re-investigation every 10 years for some positions. An Employment Eligibility Verification using E-Verify may be required on the first day of employment for some positions. Some job classes may also require a physical exam.
- If in a driving position candidates must be able to obtain and retain a valid California driver's license.
Student Loan Forgiveness- This may be a qualifying position for student loan forgiveness through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA). Only student loan payments made after October 1, 2007, and in a qualified repayment plan are eligible. For more information you are encouraged to speak with your student loan servicer or visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
**PLEASE NOTE: ONLY COMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED**EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERBargaining Unit 19 The information listed is a general summary of benefits. These provisions do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and are subject to change.
Benefit Amount: An annualbenefit amountis provided and may be applied towards health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability).This benefit is pro-rated and paid on a pay period basis (24 pay periods).
Health Insurance: A choice of PPO and HMOmedical plans which include PPOand HMO dental plans andinclude dentalandvision coverage. Dependent coverage is available. Providers include Anthem Blue Cross, Kaiser Permanente, Delta Dental, andVision Services Plan (VSP)
. Retirement : The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the 1937 Act County Employees Retirement Act and integrated with Social Security. In addition to ordinary retirement benefits, the plan provides disability and death benefits. Retirement contributions are made by both the County and the employee. The County has reciprocity with the State of California, contracting PERS agencies, and all County 1937 Act Retirement Systems.
Paid Holiday Leave : 12 set days and 1 personal holiday.
Vacation Accrual :
2 weeks per year (0-3 years of service)
3 weeks per year (3-7 years of service)
4 weeks per year (7-11 years of service)
5 weeks per year (11+ years of service)
Limit of 300 hours.
FLSA exempt employees accrue an additional 5 days of vacation per year.
Sick Leave Accrual : 12 days per year with unlimited accumulation, 48 hours of which may be used toward family sick leave.
Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D: $10,000; Provided by Standard Insurance Company
. Long Term Disability Insurance: A Long Term Disability plan is provided. This provides financial protection for you by paying a portion of your income while you are disabled.
Employees are covered by State Disability Insurance. The premium is paid by the employee.
Deferred Compensation : A voluntary deferred compensation plan is available.
To view more detailed descriptions of Tulare County's benefits, please view the Benefits section of our Web site at https://tularecounty.ca.gov/hrd/benefits-wellness/health-plans-active-employees/
The Provisions Of This Bulletin Do Not Constitute An Expressed Or Implied Contract And Are Subject To Change. Closing Date/Time: 8/25/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
