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National Database Manager - Informatics

The Society of Thoracic Surgeons

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Posted:
February 7, 2019
Location:
Chicago, Illinois
Salary:
Type:
Full Time - Experienced
Category:
Research and Information
Required Education:
4 Year Degree

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Position:         STS National Database Manager - Informatics

Reports to:      Senior Manager, STS National Database

Status:            Exempt

Type:               Full-time

 

 Job Summary

Manage informatics initiatives for the STS National Database, including data and software specification upgrades, performance measure specifications, and standardization of data elements to facilitate data linkages. Provide subject matter expertise in clinical informatics and applied health technology solutions. Work with volunteer cardiothoracic surgeons, cardiologists, and anesthesiologists on STS governance bodies associated with the STS National Database.   

 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

  • Participate in regular data specification upgrades for the STS National Database and facilitate the transition to standard electronic nomenclature wherever possible.
  • Identify data elements commonly found in electronic health records that can be automatically extracted into vendor software.
  • Work with the STS data warehouse and analytics staff to prepare data and software specifications for STS National Database software vendors.
  • Facilitate mapping of data elements across database versions.
  • Collaborate with data warehousing and analytics staff to help ensure timely completion of the vendor software certification process.
  • Assist in developing educational activities for data managers to promote data integrity.
  • Provide support and develop content for the annual Advances in Quality & Outcomes conference.
  • Monitor trends and advances in informatics related to clinical data registries and make recommendations for application to STS National Database operations.
  • Collaborate with the STS National Database Managers and staff from the Marketing and Communications Department to produce National Database newsletters.
  • Use clinical and informatics knowledge to support development and testing of electronic quality measures for submission to the National Quality Forum.
  • Collaborate with STS and ACC staff to harmonize common data elements with the STS/ACC TVT Registry, NCDR registries, and STS National Database.
  • Provide support to STS Government Relations staff with advocacy efforts related to healthcare information technology.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor’s degree is required. Master’s in Healthcare Information Technology is preferred.

Experience

Minimum of five years of related work experience implementing healthcare technology in a clinical environment is required, including experience implementing interoperability frameworks and tools such as FHIR, APIs, CDAs, and HL7 Messages. Knowledge of medical terminology and databases, preferably in cardiology or cardiothoracic surgery. Familiarity with electronic medical record systems and other healthcare technology.

Essential Skills and Abilities

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Excellent organizational, planning, and follow-through capabilities; attention to detail is essential
  • Ability to multi-task and manage several projects simultaneously
  • Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, volunteer leaders, other organizations, and industry contacts; tact, diplomacy, and good judgment are essential
  • Positive attitude in the workplace
  • Flexibility and adaptability to changing daily activities and schedules
  • Ability to travel, as necessary

Characteristics

Energy, creativity, initiative, eagerness to learn, and professionalism required.  Candidate must exemplify the STS Core Values of Quality, Innovation, Professionalism, Inclusiveness and Teamwork.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

About The Society of Thoracic Surgeons
The Society of Thoracic Surgeons is a rapidly growing not-for-profit organization representing more than 7,500 surgeons, researchers, and allied health care professionals worldwide who are dedicated to ensuring the best possible heart, lung, esophageal, and other surgical procedures for the chest. Founded in 1964, the mission of STS is to enhance the ability of cardiothoracic surgeons to provide the highest quality patient care through education, research, and advocacy. With a staff of 65+ dedicated employees, STS is headquartered in Chicago’s Streeterville area with another office in downtown Washington, DC. The STS staff strives for excellence, while upholding the staff core values of respect, teamwork, innovation, quality service, and ownership. Through the STS National Database, the Society has demonstrated its leadership in collecting and analyzing surgical outcomes data in order to improve patient treatments, quality of life, and long-term health.
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