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Responsibilities: GENERAL SUMMARY / OVERVIEW STATEMENT:

The Bioinformatics Group at the Channing Laboratory of Brigham and Womenand#x2019;s Hospital supports a highly successful division of 27 Harvard Faculty investigators and 200 staff, in NIH funded research focused on environmental exposures and genetic risk factors for respiratory diseases.

The successful candidate will work with an existing team to design, develop, document and support information management systems for the Division. This position is for a Java Programmer that will be responsible for modifications, testing, and maintaining a custom configured commercial LIMS application. The programmer will work in a team environment with DBAs, software engineers, data managers, system and web administrators, end-users and sponsoring Faculty in application specification and development. The candidate will be expected to be able to work independently to perform and coordinate programming, support and operations duties.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Create program user codes using vendor provided applications, SQL, Java and JavaScript.
2. Performing quality control and testing of applications and reports.
3. Coordinating implementation of applications including developing new work flows and reports.
4. Troubleshooting production issues and implementing solutions accordingly.
5. Updating and maintaining documents related to implementation of applications and reports.
6. Analyze current laboratory operations and make recommendations on how the LIMS system could be implemented or improved.
7. Provide training in the use of the LIMS either individually or in a class room environment during implementation and as new employees are hired.
8. Configure LIMS systems as required either as part of an implementation or on on-going basis. Programming changes to integrate with existing systems.
9. Develop and maintain all training and support documentation.
Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum 3+ years experience with Web Based LIMS applications. Experience testing web based applications; 2+ years of SQL and Java required. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential; Must be able to collect and translate requirements into a set of system requirements to create functional documents and code and#x2022; Experience with IReports or Crystal Reporting is preferred. Cellular or Molecular biology background and / or LIMS software development is an asset to this position.

SKILLS / ABILITIES / COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

A sense of accountability for all project work assigned to the individual and team.

3 years experience working with or supporting computer systems and related processes in a laboratory environment or chemist / laboratory technician with excellent computer skills.

Must have the ability to work independently and adapt to an ever-changing environment.

Expertise in problem solving and Tracking Bug Reports using Bug tracking Tools.

Strong communication skills (verbal/written) with the ability to articulate themselves succinctly to a variety of audiences (Project Manager, Technical specialists, Developers, End-users, etc).

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Normal office environment.
Shift: Day Shift
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Responsibilities: GENERAL SUMMARY / OVERVIEW STATEMENT:
The Programmer /Application Analyst II for the Cardiovascular Diagnostic and Interventional Center (CDIC) is responsible for intranet based web development, using Microsoft products, and the analysis, design, implementation, documentation, testing and maintenance tasks related to information systems and databases as part of ongoing operational initiatives.

The programmer/analyst must develop an understanding of the CDIC operations and workflow and be able to create and maintain a healthy working relationship with end users, leadership and other partnering IT departments and/or vendors.

This role requires exemplary analytical skills, strong written and verbal communication skills and experience with system to system interfaces.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Indicate key areas of responsibility, major job duties, special projects and key objectives for this position. These items should be evaluated throughout the year and included in the written annual evaluation.

and#x2022; Gather user and system requirements
and#x2022; Collaborate on data architecture design and planning as the expert for the physical structure and implementation of databases.
and#x2022; Manage, monitor and administer database and system performance analyses.
and#x2022; Work with Data Quality Team and clinicians to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the processes implemented for data collection.
and#x2022; Ensure proper security processes for authorized access and storage requirements are in place for CDIC information systems and databases.
and#x2022; Takes initiative in developing and participating in Cardiovascular Diagnostic and Interventional Center improvement projects and CDIC applications.
and#x2022; Manages communication and relationship with PHS IS, vendors, consultants and other IT experts by outlining expectations and responsibilities.
and#x2022; Support of CDICnet applications and tools available on the web to all users.
and#x2022; Troubleshoots hardware and software issues affecting CDIC, Evaluates new hardware / software patches and changes to affect the function of current applications and implements them; integrates them with current software and database solutions.
and#x2022; Provides coverage for technical manager during his absence.
and#x2022; Plan, manage and over-see projects, utilizing recognized project management methodology including activities such as:
and#x2022; Definition of project scope and objectives
and#x2022; Management and status reporting tools
and#x2022; Feasibility and cost benefit studies
and#x2022; Requirements definition (functional and/or technical)
and#x2022; System testing/quality assurance
and#x2022; Training
and#x2022; Implementation
and#x2022; Post-implementation/on-going support
and#x2022; Project administrative activities
and#x2022; Documentation

and#x2022; Accepts additional responsibilities as assigned.
Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS:
and#x2022; Bachelor degree required
and#x2022; 3+ years experience in healthcare clinical information systems preferred
and#x2022; 3-5 years related Database Administration experience with an emphasis on web-based development and management.
and#x2022; Able to function in a hospital office setting in an independent manner, while collaborating with others to reach mutual goals with respect to data analysis and reporting.

Must possess exemplary analytical abilities with intranet web based development and management skills.

The position requires the ability to work with a number of computer programs for data handling and electronic communication and transmission of this data.

Ability to program in and troubleshoot HTML ASP, ADO, Javascript applications via Dreamweaver or similar support software.

Understanding of Microsoft ODBC XML Parsing, CACHE and current LMR/ EMR/BICS data structures within a hospital setting.

Demonstrated ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks
Must be able to set independent goals and reach them, while working as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Strong documentation skills with attention to detail and format.

Technical abilities: SQL Database administrator and / or experience with Microsoft SQL enterprise manager, advanced level skills in Microsoft Excel and Access. Experience with utilizing Philips Xper Data systems and Lumedex Apollo systems a plus.

Comfortable using Microsoft Server hardware; IIS and Web server support and administration.

HL7 Interfacing and messaging.

An understanding of current and future health information privacy act structures.

Experience with successfully planning and executing the building and integration of web applications

Proficient in troubleshooting and maintaining web applications and databases

Must be able to work in an office setting, with other personnel, often underground with artificial lighting, at computer terminals, and able to report in front of groups of people.

Must travel off site to data warehousing to assist or undertake repairs on machines when required.

Must travel off site, or out of state, to attend trainings during software implementations
Shift: Day Shift
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Responsibilities: GENERAL SUMMARY/OVERVIEW STATEMENT:

Installs, calibrates, repairs and inspects medical equipment and solves moderately complex problems in the field. Performs repairs up to and including the diagnosis and repair of difficult technical problems. Participates in evaluations and installations of equipment. Provides information to develop procedures. Implements solutions to problems. Teaches clinical and technical staff basic troubleshooting and repair.


PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Note: The terms medical equipment and medical device may be either or all of electronic, mechanical and computer-based technologies for use in clinical or research applications and/or clinical facilities systems, such as sterilizers, water systems, warmers, operating room tables, and surgical lights.
1. Following departmental Medical Equipment Management Plan (MEMP) procedures, inspects newly acquired medical devices and systems for safety and function and attaches and assigns appropriate control numbers and labels to medical devices. Acquires the necessary information for accurate database inventory entry.
2. Conducts complete performance assurance and electrical safety testing. Performs preventive/scheduled maintenance on medical devices as required. May provide information for the development of testing protocols.
3. Responds to medical equipment problems in clinical areas or research areas; evaluates, troubleshoots and corrects problems up to and including those requiring rule-based troubleshooting and a moderate level of diagnostic skill and having a moderate to high level of acuity and complexity. Determines the need to remove and/or replace malfunctioning medical devices from service and implements accordingly.
4. Performs equipment repairs of substantial difficulty to a level requiring generic test instrumentation or diagnostic software, e.g., to board or component level for electrical devices.
5. Participates in medical equipment evaluations, installations and upgrades, including software revision.
6. Makes periodic rounds of assigned clinical areas to assess operation of medical devices and systems. Notes trends and works with Team Leader to develop and implement solutions to address recurring problems.
7. Instructs clinical and technical staff and other support personnel on the operation, safe use, care and handling, and user maintenance procedures for medical equipment.
8. Instructs department and other equipment technical staff on testing, calibration, preventive maintenance, basic troubleshooting and repair of medical equipment.
9. Using a computer database, thoroughly and accurately documents inspections, repairs, maintenance procedures, and teaching activities in a timely manner. Documents and maintains accurate and current inventory records of all replacement and repair parts.
10. Attends and satisfactorily completes training courses on operating, testing, maintaining, and repairing medical devices or systems. Disseminates newly acquired knowledge to team members and department as appropriate. Uses this knowledge to suggest improvements to our procedures and systems for managing and maintaining medical equipment.
11. Using data indicators, intuition, and/or other resources, helps to identify system, safety and quality problems, suggests solutions, and provides information that leads to change in department and on teams.
12. Under supervision of an engineer or department leadership, may assist in investigations of clinical incidents involving medical equipment.
13. May serve on departmental committees.
11. Performs on-call function (schedule rotation) providing in-house repairs and assistance as needed.
12. Performs other related duties as required.
Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS:
1. AS in Biomedical Equipment Technology or equivalent level of education or experience.
2. One to two years related experience preferred.
3. Must have competence in repair of mechanical, electro-mechanical, electronic, and/or computer medical technology to sufficiently diagnose and repair medical devices and systems.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
1. Demonstrates interpersonal and communication skills to effectively work with team members and customers at all levels.
2. Ability to perform testing and troubleshooting of medical devices involving specialized and generic test equipment and software diagnostic tools.
3. Understands electrical and mechanical biomedical safety principles.
4. Performs in a highly independent manner working within the broad scope of established department policies, procedures and goals.
5. Ability to use hand and power tools safely and effectively, and ability to occasionally maneuver and lift heavy equipment.
6. Ability to endure long periods of walking and standing.
7. Ability to learn equipment maintenance, operating procedures, and repair procedures from training materials and courses.
8. Ability to perform during routine, emergency, or other stressful situations.
9. Ability to use computer-based tools at a moderate to high level, e.g., novel query of a database.
10. Ability to teach other technical and clinical personnel.
11. General knowledge of human physiology and biomedical instrumentation principles.


WORKING CONDITIONS:
May work in clinical or repair facility with exposure to biological contamination, e.g., blood, and hazardous electrical or mechanical energy, e.g., high voltage. Periodic lifting of heavy objects, typically not exceeding 75 pounds/person.


SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
No general supervision required.


FISCAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Maintain accurate and current records of equipment activities and inventory and replacement parts.
Shift: Day Shift
EEO Statement: An EEO, AA, VEVRAA Employer ]]> 7/19/2011 0.00 Null Null none Null
Responsibilities: GENERAL SUMMARY/OVERVIEW STATEMENT:

Installs, calibrates, repairs and inspects medical equipment and solves moderately complex problems in the field. Performs repairs up to and including the diagnosis and repair of difficult technical problems. Participates in evaluations and installations of equipment. Provides information to develop procedures. Implements solutions to problems. Teaches clinical and technical staff basic troubleshooting and repair.


PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Note: The terms medical equipment and medical device may be either or all of electronic, mechanical and computer-based technologies for use in clinical or research applications and/or clinical facilities systems, such as sterilizers, water systems, warmers, operating room tables, and surgical lights.
1. Following departmental Medical Equipment Management Plan (MEMP) procedures, inspects newly acquired medical devices and systems for safety and function and attaches and assigns appropriate control numbers and labels to medical devices. Acquires the necessary information for accurate database inventory entry.
2. Conducts complete performance assurance and electrical safety testing. Performs preventive/scheduled maintenance on medical devices as required. May provide information for the development of testing protocols.
3. Responds to medical equipment problems in clinical areas or research areas; evaluates, troubleshoots and corrects problems up to and including those requiring rule-based troubleshooting and a moderate level of diagnostic skill and having a moderate to high level of acuity and complexity. Determines the need to remove and/or replace malfunctioning medical devices from service and implements accordingly.
4. Performs equipment repairs of substantial difficulty to a level requiring generic test instrumentation or diagnostic software, e.g., to board or component level for electrical devices.
5. Participates in medical equipment evaluations, installations and upgrades, including software revision.
6. Makes periodic rounds of assigned clinical areas to assess operation of medical devices and systems. Notes trends and works with Team Leader to develop and implement solutions to address recurring problems.
7. Instructs clinical and technical staff and other support personnel on the operation, safe use, care and handling, and user maintenance procedures for medical equipment.
8. Instructs department and other equipment technical staff on testing, calibration, preventive maintenance, basic troubleshooting and repair of medical equipment.
9. Using a computer database, thoroughly and accurately documents inspections, repairs, maintenance procedures, and teaching activities in a timely manner. Documents and maintains accurate and current inventory records of all replacement and repair parts.
10. Attends and satisfactorily completes training courses on operating, testing, maintaining, and repairing medical devices or systems. Disseminates newly acquired knowledge to team members and department as appropriate. Uses this knowledge to suggest improvements to our procedures and systems for managing and maintaining medical equipment.
11. Using data indicators, intuition, and/or other resources, helps to identify system, safety and quality problems, suggests solutions, and provides information that leads to change in department and on teams.
12. Under supervision of an engineer or department leadership, may assist in investigations of clinical incidents involving medical equipment.
13. May serve on departmental committees.
11. Performs on-call function (schedule rotation) providing in-house repairs and assistance as needed.
12. Performs other related duties as required.
Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS:
1. AS in Biomedical Equipment Technology or equivalent level of education or experience.
2. One to two years related experience preferred.
3. Must have competence in repair of mechanical, electro-mechanical, electronic, and/or computer medical technology to sufficiently diagnose and repair medical devices and systems.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
1. Demonstrates interpersonal and communication skills to effectively work with team members and customers at all levels.
2. Ability to perform testing and troubleshooting of medical devices involving specialized and generic test equipment and software diagnostic tools.
3. Understands electrical and mechanical biomedical safety principles.
4. Performs in a highly independent manner working within the broad scope of established department policies, procedures and goals.
5. Ability to use hand and power tools safely and effectively, and ability to occasionally maneuver and lift heavy equipment.
6. Ability to endure long periods of walking and standing.
7. Ability to learn equipment maintenance, operating procedures, and repair procedures from training materials and courses.
8. Ability to perform during routine, emergency, or other stressful situations.
9. Ability to use computer-based tools at a moderate to high level, e.g., novel query of a database.
10. Ability to teach other technical and clinical personnel.
11. General knowledge of human physiology and biomedical instrumentation principles.


WORKING CONDITIONS:
May work in clinical or repair facility with exposure to biological contamination, e.g., blood, and hazardous electrical or mechanical energy, e.g., high voltage. Periodic lifting of heavy objects, typically not exceeding 75 pounds/person.


SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
No general supervision required.


FISCAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Maintain accurate and current records of equipment activities and inventory and replacement parts.
Shift: Day Shift
EEO Statement: An EEO, AA, VEVRAA Employer ]]> 7/19/2011 0.00 Null Null none Null
Responsibilities: GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT
Under the direction and supervision of the Assistant Director for Integration and Knowledge Management, Medical Imaging IT, Brigham Radiology, The Radiology Information Analyst is responsible for the generation, maintenance and continuous improvement of information involved in and describing radiology processes. This includes information pertaining to billing, workflow and quality processes. To accomplish this, the analyst works collaboratively with members of the Radiology Billing Committee and related BWH billing groups, the departmentand#x2019;s quality manager, and departmental operating groups including the Chief Technologists.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Produce and maintain reports for the management and monitoring of Radiology operations. These include but are not limited to the departmentand#x2019;s dashboard metrics, chief technologist management reports, and billing reporting.
2. Develop and produce new data and reports as required by the department either for new regular production or to address ac hoc information needs.
3. Perform daily billing tasks including daily billing upload and monitoring, maintenance, communication and problem-solving required to ensure billing is done in a timely and accurate manner.
4. Ensure that appropriate billing related functions as identified by Brigham Radiology information systems proceed appropriately. These include eligibility, pre-authorizations, billing exceptions and coding queues.
5. Maintain billing related information in the Radiology information systems and ensure accuracy and validity. This includes exam code, billing code and technique modifier maintenance.
6. Assist in the development and maintenance of Brigham Radiology Data Store with primary responsibility for defining and maintaining necessary data elements, transformations and report outputs.
7. Work cooperatively and collaboratively with appropriate Radiology billing and operations groups and individuals to ensure continuity and relevance between workflows and supporting data and reports.
8. Assist in development, implementation and maintenance of processes pertaining to the support and improvement of Radiology billing and revenue capture.
9. Participate as part of Medical Imaging IT operations group in supporting Radiology information systems.
10. Other ad hoc duties as required and assigned.
Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS
and#x2022; Bachelorand#x2019;s or advanced degree or equivalent professional experience.
and#x2022; Three to five years experience in hospital and/or physician medical billing.
and#x2022; Three to five years experience with healthcare information systems.
and#x2022; Knowledge of IDXrad and/or BICS preferred.
and#x2022; Experience with PCs, Internet, and computer based transactional systems.

SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED
and#x2022; Strong verbal and written communication skills as well as excellent interpersonal skills.
and#x2022; Demonstrated skill and experience in the use of SQL and analytic software.
and#x2022; Demonstrated strong analytic and problem solving skills and able to suggest solutions based on systems knowledge.
and#x2022; Keen attention to detail and ability to reconcile disparate data sources.
and#x2022; Ability to work with all levels of staff including physicians, clinical support staff, administrative staff and IT staff.
and#x2022; Ability to work independently and prioritize to meet multiple competing goals in a timely, efficient and effective manner.
and#x2022; Knowledge of computer systems and systems interdependencies.

WORKING CONDITIONS
and#x2022; Fast paced professional office environment.
and#x2022; Travel to hospital setting and clinical environment.
and#x2022; Appropriate attire expected.
and#x2022; Regular on-site work hours expected.
Shift: Day Shift
EEO Statement: An EEO, AA, VEVRAA Employer ]]> 7/19/2011 0.00 Null Null none Null
Responsibilities: GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT
The Programmer/Analyst will be responsible for the data processing activities associated with one or more research studies. Responsibilities include: assisting the IS Systems Manager in the design of data processing systems that are flexible enough to meet the evolving needs of the trials; programming to implement these systems; running reports and analyses; working with study personnel to resolve data problems; final cleaning of the data; and assisting in the analysis of the databases.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Assists the IS Systems Manager in the design and implementation of procedures to efficiently and accurately transfer research data to the computer database and to keep current the personal information of the participants in the study.
2. Writes validation programs needed to ensure the validity and consistency of new data and updates computer programs to accommodate investigational changes and innovations.
3. Builds analysis databases, writes statistical analysis programs and performs case/control matching as requested by Study Investigators, Statisticians and the IS Systems Manager.
4. Interacts directly with study personnel to design reporting programs and to resolve data problems.
5. Run routine quality control and reporting programs for use by research personnel as well as for circulation to the trial leadership. Modifies existing and, when required, writes new reporting programs to meet the changing needs of the trial.
6. Assists in the design and implementation of final data cleaning and documentation for closed sections of the trial database.
7. Provides technical support to Statisticians, Investigators and other research personnel on processing procedures, variable definitions and analysis structures.
8. Performs all other tasks as required or assigned.
Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS
1. Bachelors degree or equivalent.
2. A minimum of 2 years programming experience in a research environment.
3. Working knowledge of research methodology.

SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED
1. Applications programming skills using statistical packages (SAS, SPSS, etc) and/or programming in C, R, Perl, etc.
2. Ability to work independently.
3. Excellent organizational skills.
4. Excellent interpersonal skills as this position involves working with a broad range of personnel.
Shift: Day Shift
EEO Statement: An EEO, AA, VEVRAA Employer ]]> 7/19/2011 0.00 Null Null none Null
Responsibilities: GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT:
The Center for Community Health and Health Equity (CCHHE) at Brigham and Womenand#x2019;s Hospital serves as the coordinating department for community health programs and acts as a liaison for community-based organizations and the hospital. The mission of the CCHHE is to advance systems of care and community health strategies to eliminate health disparities and elevate the health status of the communities served by BWH. The CCHHE collaborates with hospital departments, including clinical and research areas, and works in partnership with external organizations and community-based groups in addressing the social determinants of individual and community health.

The CCHHE data and evaluation efforts focus on increasing the use of technology in ongoing and emerging program evaluation, data collection and reporting methodologies; ensuring high quality program performance and adherence to program goals and objectives; enhancing access to and utilization of data by CCHHE staff and key stakeholders; and broadening outreach to individuals and organizations through a diverse array of data dissemination and communication methods.

The Database Administrator works closely with and supports the Program Evaluation and Data Manager to design and enhance the CCHHE data collection and reporting architecture. The administratorand#x2019;s primary responsibilities include: coordinating database development across all CCHHE program areas; developing database utilities and automated reporting; analyzing, consolidating and tuning databases for optimal efficiency; building database schema and tables; developing procedures and permissions; restoring and recovering corrupted databases; and evaluating and recommending new database technologies. Additional responsibilities include design and development of graphical user-interfaces to facilitate access to program data by CCHHE staff and development of online surveys using Survey Monkey or similar platforms.

The Database Administrator position requires experience in Database Management Systems (DBMS) administration and maintenance, database design, analysis, and management. The successful candidate will be capable of managing multiple programs and possess in-depth knowledge of standard computer hardware and software platforms including MS Access and SQL. Successful candidates will also have familiarity with advanced databases and database design concepts; HTML, data communications and networked systems; and fundamentals of page layout, design, and graphic illustration. Prior experience of administration and maintenance of management information systems in a health care setting is strongly desired.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Work with CCHHE staff to design, maintain, and enhance data collection and reporting architecture, including development of Microsoft Access databases, for CCHHE youth, community, health equity, violence prevention, and research programs;
2. Develop graphical user interfaces for MS Access databases to facilitate data entry, data analysis, and generation of reports across all CCHHE program areas;
3. Write database documentation and develop data standards and procedures;
4. Provide data and database-related technical assistance and user support to CCHHE staff and other stakeholders;
5. Establish 'back end' organization of data and 'front end' accessibility for end users across all databases;
6. Develop data cleaning methods to perform quality control on data collected across all CCHHE programs;
7. Ensure that data and database storage, archiving, back-up and recovery procedures are functioning correctly;
8. Work with CCHHE program staff and the Data and Program Evaluation Manager to develop online surveys to assess program impact and track program outcomes;
9. Participate in the preparation of program evaluation reports and other documents related to program evaluation, performance and tracking;
10. Provide leadership in the development, implementation and maintenance of CCHHE website;
11. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS:
and#x2022; Bachelors or Associates degree with a focus on information systems, computer programming, or related field;
and#x2022; Strong knowledge of database administration, development and management;
and#x2022; Familiarity with software design principles and object oriented programming;
and#x2022; A passion for public health;
and#x2022; Previous experience working in a healthcare or public health setting a plus.

SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:
and#x2022; Experience in the administration, development, and maintenance of complex databases;
and#x2022; Strong knowledge of advanced databases and database design concepts;
and#x2022; Strong knowledge of MS Access;
and#x2022; Knowledge of programming languages such as SQL, JAVA, HTML, JavaScript, C/C++;
and#x2022; Ability to work with survey monkey or other online survey tools;
and#x2022; Knowledge of data quality control methods and procedures;
and#x2022; Ability to maintain a high degree of maturity, professionalism, and confidentiality;
and#x2022; Ability to adhere to deadlines and document work;
and#x2022; Strong written and oral communication skills;
and#x2022; Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work both independently and as part of a team;
and#x2022; Strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to prioritize and balance multiple tasks and agendas;
and#x2022; Demonstrated ability to interact professionally within culturally diverse settings;
and#x2022; High standards of performance, quality, credibility and integrity.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Collaborative office of staff devoted to a diverse array of community health related programs.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

This position requires no supervisory responsibilities.

FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY:
This position requires no fiscal responsibilities.
Shift: Day Shift
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Responsibilities: GENERAL SUMMARY / OVERVIEW STATEMENT:

Working in collaboration with Drs. Elizabeth Karlson and Robert Green, providing epidemiological and statistical consultation for Dr. Karlsonand#x2019;s projects in genetics and epidemiology of rheumatoid arthritis and Dr. Greenand#x2019;s projects on translational genomics their specific role for Dr. Karlson will be to model the relationship between genes, environment, and their interaction and risk of RA; and for Dr. Green to provide statistical support for data analysis involving clinical trials of genetic disclosure.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Provide statistical programming support and consultation to investigators on analyses, papers, and presentations.
2. Assist in developing protocols for coding variables, programming genetic and gene-environment interaction analyses and manuscript preparation for risk of RA in three cohorts, Nurses Health Study, Nursesand#x2019; Health Study 2, and Epidemiologic Investigation of RA.
3. Assist in coding, data management, analysis and manuscript preparation for genetic and genetic-environmental risk of Alzheimerand#x2019;s disease in several datasets (ADNI, NACC), and in ongoing studies of genetic risk disclosure.
4. Assist in study design and project development from a statistical standpoint.
5. Interact with collaborators on analysis methods and joint work on projects.
6. Consult with and provide statistical support to trainees on various research projects.
Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS:
and#x2022; Masters level statistics training with 1-3 years of research experience
and#x2022; Advanced data management, SAS programming and statistical analysis skills
and#x2022; Excellent interpersonal and writing skills
and#x2022; Teaching expertise for scientific mentoring of trainees and faculty investigators working on multiple research projects

SKILLS / ABILITIES / COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

and#x2022; Problem solving and organizational ability; written and interpersonal and communication skills; and initiative
and#x2022; Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively on research teams
and#x2022; Ability to manage multiple tasks under competing deadlines and shifting priorities

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Normal office environment

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

Will likely help supervise work by multiple levels of trainees

FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY:
None
Shift: Day Shift
EEO Statement: An EEO, AA, VEVRAA Employer ]]> 7/19/2011 0.00 Null Null none Null
Responsibilities: GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT:
Works under the general direction of the Director of the Pathology IT Division on established research projects related to collaborations among Harvard-affiliated hospitals and other institutions to develop a comprehensive software tool to locate specific pathology tissue specimens at participating hospitals for research investigators, with specific annotation, following strict IRB/HIPAA guidelines. Develops complex applications reflecting site-specific requirements, independently troubleshoots andamp; resolves programming/application problems, contributes to future expansion and development of application as part of research team.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Programming (75% effort):
1. Mapping hospital databases to a common schema
2. Upgrading the peer-to-peer messaging service
3. Adding new UI features, including medical concept lookup and specimen tracking
4. Improving the full text query capabilities

System Administration/Configuration (25% effort):
1. Management of the existing p2p network (Java web services)
2. Software deployment to new hospital tissue banks

Performs all other duties and responsibilities as directed.
Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS:
1. 2-4 years development experience with a focus in Java and ASP.net. Familiarity with PC and Macintosh systems integration, computer network management, or related field.
2. B.S. Degree in computer science or equivalent experience. MS desirable.

Required Technical Expertise/Experience:
1. Strong experience with Linux
2. Knowledge of XML and Web services
3. Experience mapping databases and XML schemas
4. Experience with Ant or Maven, Tomcat, Servlets, and JSP, and unit test frameworks such as JUnit
5. Strong experience with ASP.net web applications and Visual Studio

Useful, but not Required Technical Expertise/Experience:
1. Experience with PHP
2. Open Source community experience
3. Experience working in a HIPAA regulated environment
4. Knowledge of messaging systems (JMS or equivalent)
5. Knowledge of regular expressions and pattern matching
6. Full Text Search engines such as Lucene

SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:
In addition to strong specific technical skills as outlined above, must have the ability to communicate well on both technical and non-technical levels with a user community representing widely varying experience and technical knowledge.
Proven ability to work independently in identifying problems and initiating solutions.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Normal office environment in a busy clinical department, with frequent deadlines. Minimal need to enter laboratory areas.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
None at present. May need to supervise temporary research IT staff as necessary.
Shift: Day Shift
EEO Statement: An EEO, AA, VEVRAA Employer ]]> 7/19/2011 0.00 Null Null none Null
Responsibilities: GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT:
The Database Developer/Data Manager (DDDM) will play a leadership role in all aspects of database creation, data management, and data cleaning as well as report generation for ongoing clinical epidemiological research projects, including large cohort studies and multi-center clinical trials. The DDDM will be integrally involved in all aspects of research project design, working with other team members, including biostatisticans, epidemiologists, project coordinators, to design databases, database interfaces, provide input on the design of data collection instruments, implement and oversee data management and maintenance, assist with intermediate and final report generation, provide quality assurance monitoring for data input from various sources and sites, and to assist with preparation of grant applications.
The DDDM will work with DSM staff to design and develop approaches to accessing the data through data exports (ODBC, SAS, SQL), web portals (Ruby on Rails, JavaScript/Prototype/jQuery, HTML5, AJAX, Apache, lighttpd), and through other high-level application methods (MATLAB). The DDDM will use on a daily basis: agile software development; rapid prototyping based on weekly end-user feedback; development support tools (git, Rally); UNIX commands; cron jobs; and installing software from source code.

The DDDM is expected to perform database administrator duties consistent with Partners Healthcare Information Systems Department guidelines and DSM Director of Technology recommendations. The data management duties will include administration, optimization and maintenance of the database. The DDDM will be actively involved in the design, review and maintenance of database structures, query optimization, and data management. Ensures data recoverability, maintenance, data integrity, and space requirements for physical databases are met through formulations and monitoring of policies, procedures, and standards related to database management and security. Advises management on database concepts and functional capabilities.


PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
A. Interface with physician investigators and#x2013; The DDDM will work closely with investigators to assess their clinical / research needs including developing approaches for data collection (e.g., questionnaire format), data flow and tracking, assuring the integrity of the data, and methods for implementing data analysis.

B. Development of clinical / research databases and#x2013; The DDDM will implement and test the creation of database tables using a multi-user relational database such as Microsoft SQL Server. Must be able to identify the most appropriate data management paradigm for particular studies, and develop novel or new data management applications as needed. Maintains detailed written documentation of created databases and data dictionaries for use by biostatisticians.

C. Data Management and#x2013; Works with investigators, other clinical and programming personnel to design, develop, and maintain appropriate databases, established using Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft Access, or SAS. Develops programs to ensure data integrity (logic and range checks, double-data entry procedures). Performs basic statistical programming to allow transfer of complex physiological and biological data captured using proprietary software to the Divisionand#x2019;s databases and to various statistical programs (e.g., SAS, S-Plus). Develops efficient data archival systems for use with multi-center collaborations. Maintains detailed written documentation of all data programming and data archival systems. Will also supervise data entry personnel and ensure timeliness of data entry for current projects.

D. Data Cleaning and Preparation and#x2013; Performs statistical/data programming and basic analysis for multiple research studies. Performs ongoing data cleaning throughout the duration of each study, generates queries of potential data errors or inconsistencies and resolves them with the project coordinators. Works with other team members, including project coordinators and biostatisticians, to create analysis datasets. Summarizes data with appropriate descriptive statistics as necessary.

E. Report Generation and#x2013; Creates reports to monitor study progress as well as other requested reports as needed using SAS and Microsoft Word. Assist in the writing and preparation of research reports, including internal documentation, academic publication, and research presentations at national meetings. Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS:
and#x2022; Masterand#x2019;s degree in Computer Science, Biostatistics, Business Information Systems, Epidemiology, or Public Health-preferred. Bachelors degree may be acceptable if exceptional work experience.
and#x2022; 3 - 5 years related Database Development/Management experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience with an emphasis in Web-based development and management.
SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:
A. Highly organized, with decision-making skills, initiative, and ability to work with limited supervision. Excellent trouble-shooting skills. Ability to improve upon current practices.

B. Working knowledge of agile software development tools, such as git and Rally, strong web-development skills using Ruby on Rails, JavaScript (Prototype/jQuery) to create Web 2.0 high-throughput web portals using HTML5 and AJAX, and comfort with using UNIX commands, creating cron jobs, and installing software from source code.

C. Requires extensive experience and familiarity with Windows-based personal computers. Demonstrated expertise in managing and manipulating datasets, and in basic statistical analysis. Requires extensive technical skills, including experience with SAS, and data programming skills for data management, including data cleaning. Prior experience with MS SQL Server or other relational database management system helpful.

D. Excellent interpersonal and oral and written communication skills, flexibility, ability to interact with a diverse and large research team including physician investigators.

E. Fundamental knowledge of epidemiology, medical terminology, and biostatistics.


WORKING CONDITIONS:.

Fast paced environment. Occasional intense periods of work can be associated with particular scientific deadlines.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
Data Entry personnel
Shift: Day Shift
EEO Statement: An EEO, AA, VEVRAA Employer ]]> 7/19/2011 0.00 Null Null none Null
Responsibilities: GENERAL SUMMARY / OVERVIEW STATEMENT:

Under the supervision and direction of the Assistant Director for Integration and Knowledge Management, the Clinical Content Analyst/Programmer is responsible for the administration and reporting of clinical data for the Center for Evidence Based Imaging. The primary focus of this position is the accurate translation of clinical conditions and procedures into and out of the computer systems managed by the Medical Imaging IT division of Brigham Radiology. Responsibilities include administering clinical content and decision support in the physician order entry systems, ensuring that it is current, accurate and functioning appropriately. The position will also be responsible for monitoring and reporting on the use of the clinical content and trending the impact that changes to content have on the ordering and delivery of medical imaging services over time.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Administer clinical content in the physician order entry systems, ensuring it is configured and functioning appropriately.
2. Manage intake of new content requests, ensuring proper definition and vetting.
3. Manage development and release process with vendor including testing and configuration.
4. Handle all necessary communications related to content releases.
5. Document all content development, activation and de-activation.
6. Develop key metrics for tracking the use of clinical content and its impact on the ordering and delivery of medical imaging services.
7. Produce regular administrative reports and data for departmental and institutional dashboards and scorecards.
8. Field and deliver ad hoc data requests related to the use and impact of clinical content.
9. Work collaboratively with researchers and fellows at the Center for Evidence Based Imaging.
10. Provide secondary operational support of clinical systems as necessary.
Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS:
and#x2022; Bachelorand#x2019;s or advanced degree or equivalent professional experience
and#x2022; 3 or more years experience in health care informatics
and#x2022; 2 or more years experience with project management

SKILLS / ABILITIES / COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

and#x2022; Knowledge of clinical/medical terminology
and#x2022; Demonstrated experience in the use and support of computer applications
and#x2022; Demonstrated skill in the use of data management software such as MS Excel and MS Access
and#x2022; Strong interpersonal skills
and#x2022; Strong written and verbal communication skills
and#x2022; Demonstrated strong analytic and problem solving skills
and#x2022; Keen attention to detail and ability to reconcile disparate data sources
and#x2022; Ability to work with all levels of staff including physicians, clinical support staff, administrative staff and IT staff
and#x2022; Ability to work independently and prioritize to meet multiple competing goals in a timely, effective and efficient manner
and#x2022; Knowledge of computer systems and systems interdependencies

WORKING CONDITIONS:
and#x2022; Professional office space within professional/medical office building
and#x2022; Fast past professional, clinical environment
and#x2022; Attire appropriate to setting
and#x2022; Regular on site work hours expected

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

None

FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY:
None
Shift: Day Shift
EEO Statement: An EEO, AA, VEVRAA Employer ]]> 7/19/2011 0.00 Null Null none Null
Responsibilities: GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT
This position is primarily responsible for operational support of unique applications related to Medical Imaging. The major applications are a computerized physician order entry application for Medical Imaging studies, a computerized speech recognition application used to generate patient reports and communicate such reports to clinical users at the point of care, an imaging study protocoling system, and the RIS/Radiology Information System. To that extent, this position will perform back-end support of the applications, concentrating on data entry, system maintenance, end-user training and responding to end-user support calls.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
and#x2022; Keeps and maintains documentation of application enhancement requests.
and#x2022; Keeps and maintains system documentation.
and#x2022; Develops and maintains training curricula and documentation.
and#x2022; Performs system QA processes to assure accuracy of patient clinical information.
and#x2022; Performs reconciliation of speech recognition data with RIS database
and#x2022; Performs all necessary data entry in support of application functionality
and#x2022; Performs all necessary application maintenance functions.
and#x2022; Participates in the testing and quality assurance phases of the software development.
and#x2022; Understands relationship and interdependencies of all Medical Imaging applications.
and#x2022; Respond to calls/pages from the help desk and/or end-users.
and#x2022; Assists in system management related functions.
and#x2022; Troubleshoots network related problems.
and#x2022; Analyzes Radiology/Imaging/Physician Practice clinical workflow to resolve issues and recommend application enhancements/programming.
and#x2022; Able to support physicians and clinicians in changing/adapting workflow to leverage technology (with a goal of improving quality and patient safety). Able to conduct training on complex clinical applications and processes to physicians and clinicians.
and#x2022; Conducts upper tier training and orientation of physician users on speech recognition product and other products as needed.
and#x2022; Conducts implementation projects as assigned.
Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS
and#x2022; Bachelors degree or advanced degree.
and#x2022; One to two years of related experience.
and#x2022; Knowledge of multiple clinical IS systems.
and#x2022; Experience in end-user training on clinical IS systems.
and#x2022; Experience with PCs, Internet, and computer based transactional systems.
and#x2022; Customer support/helpdesk experience required.
and#x2022; Experience with PCs, Internet, and computer based transactional systems.
and#x2022; Knowledge of process improvement processes for implementation of new technologies.
and#x2022; Project management experience.

SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED
and#x2022; Requires knowledge of unique Radiology/Imaging clinical workflow.
and#x2022; Strong verbal and written communication skills.
and#x2022; Effective communication skills with clinical and administrative staff at all levels.
and#x2022; Strong analytic and problem solving skills.
and#x2022; Strong organizational skills.
and#x2022; Ability to work with professional staff at all levels from physicians and administrators to support staff.
and#x2022; Proven ability to work well with others both in a support capacity and in a team.
and#x2022; Ability to work independently.

WORKING CONDITIONS
and#x2022; Professional office space within professional/medical office building.
and#x2022; Works in clinical care settings with physicians and professional staff.
and#x2022; Professional-casual office environment.
and#x2022; Some flexibility in business hours with some off-hour coverage as necessary.
and#x2022; Travel to end-user sites as necessary.
Shift: Day Shift
EEO Statement: An EEO, AA, VEVRAA Employer ]]> 7/19/2011 0.00 Null Null none Null
Responsibilities: GENERAL SUMMARY / OVERVIEW STATEMENT:

The Bioinformatics Group at the Channing Laboratory of Brigham and Womenand#x2019;s Hospital supports a highly successful division of 27 Harvard Faculty investigators and 200 staff, in NIH funded research focused on environmental exposures and genetic risk factors for respiratory diseases.

The successful candidate will work with an existing team to design, develop, document and support information management systems for the Division. This position is for a Java Programmer that will be responsible for modifications, testing, and maintaining a custom configured commercial LIMS application. The programmer will work in a team environment with DBAs, software engineers, data managers, system and web administrators, end-users and sponsoring Faculty in application specification and development. The candidate will be expected to be able to work independently to perform and coordinate programming, support and operations duties.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Create program user codes using vendor provided applications, SQL, Java and JavaScript.
2. Performing quality control and testing of applications and reports.
3. Coordinating implementation of applications including developing new work flows and reports.
4. Troubleshooting production issues and implementing solutions accordingly.
5. Updating and maintaining documents related to implementation of applications and reports.
6. Analyze current laboratory operations and make recommendations on how the LIMS system could be implemented or improved.
7. Provide training in the use of the LIMS either individually or in a class room environment during implementation and as new employees are hired.
8. Configure LIMS systems as required either as part of an implementation or on on-going basis. Programming changes to integrate with existing systems.
9. Develop and maintain all training and support documentation.
Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum 3+ years experience with Web Based LIMS applications. Experience testing web based applications; 2+ years of SQL and Java required. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential; Must be able to collect and translate requirements into a set of system requirements to create functional documents and code and#x2022; Experience with IReports or Crystal Reporting is preferred. Cellular or Molecular biology background and / or LIMS software development is an asset to this position.

SKILLS / ABILITIES / COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

A sense of accountability for all project work assigned to the individual and team.

3 years experience working with or supporting computer systems and related processes in a laboratory environment or chemist / laboratory technician with excellent computer skills.

Must have the ability to work independently and adapt to an ever-changing environment.

Expertise in problem solving and Tracking Bug Reports using Bug tracking Tools.

Strong communication skills (verbal/written) with the ability to articulate themselves succinctly to a variety of audiences (Project Manager, Technical specialists, Developers, End-users, etc).

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Normal office environment.
Shift: Day Shift
EEO Statement: An EEO, AA, VEVRAA Employer ]]> 7/19/2011 0.00 Null Null none Null
Responsibilities: GENERAL SUMMARY / OVERVIEW STATEMENT:
The Programmer /Application Analyst II for the Cardiovascular Diagnostic and Interventional Center (CDIC) is responsible for intranet based web development, using Microsoft products, and the analysis, design, implementation, documentation, testing and maintenance tasks related to information systems and databases as part of ongoing operational initiatives.

The programmer/analyst must develop an understanding of the CDIC operations and workflow and be able to create and maintain a healthy working relationship with end users, leadership and other partnering IT departments and/or vendors.

This role requires exemplary analytical skills, strong written and verbal communication skills and experience with system to system interfaces.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Indicate key areas of responsibility, major job duties, special projects and key objectives for this position. These items should be evaluated throughout the year and included in the written annual evaluation.

and#x2022; Gather user and system requirements
and#x2022; Collaborate on data architecture design and planning as the expert for the physical structure and implementation of databases.
and#x2022; Manage, monitor and administer database and system performance analyses.
and#x2022; Work with Data Quality Team and clinicians to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the processes implemented for data collection.
and#x2022; Ensure proper security processes for authorized access and storage requirements are in place for CDIC information systems and databases.
and#x2022; Takes initiative in developing and participating in Cardiovascular Diagnostic and Interventional Center improvement projects and CDIC applications.
and#x2022; Manages communication and relationship with PHS IS, vendors, consultants and other IT experts by outlining expectations and responsibilities.
and#x2022; Support of CDICnet applications and tools available on the web to all users.
and#x2022; Troubleshoots hardware and software issues affecting CDIC, Evaluates new hardware / software patches and changes to affect the function of current applications and implements them; integrates them with current software and database solutions.
and#x2022; Provides coverage for technical manager during his absence.
and#x2022; Plan, manage and over-see projects, utilizing recognized project management methodology including activities such as:
and#x2022; Definition of project scope and objectives
and#x2022; Management and status reporting tools
and#x2022; Feasibility and cost benefit studies
and#x2022; Requirements definition (functional and/or technical)
and#x2022; System testing/quality assurance
and#x2022; Training
and#x2022; Implementation
and#x2022; Post-implementation/on-going support
and#x2022; Project administrative activities
and#x2022; Documentation

and#x2022; Accepts additional responsibilities as assigned.
Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS:
and#x2022; Bachelor degree required
and#x2022; 3+ years experience in healthcare clinical information systems preferred
and#x2022; 3-5 years related Database Administration experience with an emphasis on web-based development and management.
and#x2022; Able to function in a hospital office setting in an independent manner, while collaborating with others to reach mutual goals with respect to data analysis and reporting.

Must possess exemplary analytical abilities with intranet web based development and management skills.

The position requires the ability to work with a number of computer programs for data handling and electronic communication and transmission of this data.

Ability to program in and troubleshoot HTML ASP, ADO, Javascript applications via Dreamweaver or similar support software.

Understanding of Microsoft ODBC XML Parsing, CACHE and current LMR/ EMR/BICS data structures within a hospital setting.

Demonstrated ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks
Must be able to set independent goals and reach them, while working as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Strong documentation skills with attention to detail and format.

Technical abilities: SQL Database administrator and / or experience with Microsoft SQL enterprise manager, advanced level skills in Microsoft Excel and Access. Experience with utilizing Philips Xper Data systems and Lumedex Apollo systems a plus.

Comfortable using Microsoft Server hardware; IIS and Web server support and administration.

HL7 Interfacing and messaging.

An understanding of current and future health information privacy act structures.

Experience with successfully planning and executing the building and integration of web applications

Proficient in troubleshooting and maintaining web applications and databases

Must be able to work in an office setting, with other personnel, often underground with artificial lighting, at computer terminals, and able to report in front of groups of people.

Must travel off site to data warehousing to assist or undertake repairs on machines when required.

Must travel off site, or out of state, to attend trainings during software implementations
Shift: Day Shift
EEO Statement: An EEO, AA, VEVRAA Employer ]]> 7/19/2011 0.00 Null Null none Null
Responsibilities: GENERAL SUMMARY/OVERVIEW STATEMENT:

Installs, calibrates, repairs and inspects medical equipment and solves moderately complex problems in the field. Performs repairs up to and including the diagnosis and repair of difficult technical problems. Participates in evaluations and installations of equipment. Provides information to develop procedures. Implements solutions to problems. Teaches clinical and technical staff basic troubleshooting and repair.


PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Note: The terms medical equipment and medical device may be either or all of electronic, mechanical and computer-based technologies for use in clinical or research applications and/or clinical facilities systems, such as sterilizers, water systems, warmers, operating room tables, and surgical lights.
1. Following departmental Medical Equipment Management Plan (MEMP) procedures, inspects newly acquired medical devices and systems for safety and function and attaches and assigns appropriate control numbers and labels to medical devices. Acquires the necessary information for accurate database inventory entry.
2. Conducts complete performance assurance and electrical safety testing. Performs preventive/scheduled maintenance on medical devices as required. May provide information for the development of testing protocols.
3. Responds to medical equipment problems in clinical areas or research areas; evaluates, troubleshoots and corrects problems up to and including those requiring rule-based troubleshooting and a moderate level of diagnostic skill and having a moderate to high level of acuity and complexity. Determines the need to remove and/or replace malfunctioning medical devices from service and implements accordingly.
4. Performs equipment repairs of substantial difficulty to a level requiring generic test instrumentation or diagnostic software, e.g., to board or component level for electrical devices.
5. Participates in medical equipment evaluations, installations and upgrades, including software revision.
6. Makes periodic rounds of assigned clinical areas to assess operation of medical devices and systems. Notes trends and works with Team Leader to develop and implement solutions to address recurring problems.
7. Instructs clinical and technical staff and other support personnel on the operation, safe use, care and handling, and user maintenance procedures for medical equipment.
8. Instructs department and other equipment technical staff on testing, calibration, preventive maintenance, basic troubleshooting and repair of medical equipment.
9. Using a computer database, thoroughly and accurately documents inspections, repairs, maintenance procedures, and teaching activities in a timely manner. Documents and maintains accurate and current inventory records of all replacement and repair parts.
10. Attends and satisfactorily completes training courses on operating, testing, maintaining, and repairing medical devices or systems. Disseminates newly acquired knowledge to team members and department as appropriate. Uses this knowledge to suggest improvements to our procedures and systems for managing and maintaining medical equipment.
11. Using data indicators, intuition, and/or other resources, helps to identify system, safety and quality problems, suggests solutions, and provides information that leads to change in department and on teams.
12. Under supervision of an engineer or department leadership, may assist in investigations of clinical incidents involving medical equipment.
13. May serve on departmental committees.
11. Performs on-call function (schedule rotation) providing in-house repairs and assistance as needed.
12. Performs other related duties as required.
Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS:
1. AS in Biomedical Equipment Technology or equivalent level of education or experience.
2. One to two years related experience preferred.
3. Must have competence in repair of mechanical, electro-mechanical, electronic, and/or computer medical technology to sufficiently diagnose and repair medical devices and systems.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
1. Demonstrates interpersonal and communication skills to effectively work with team members and customers at all levels.
2. Ability to perform testing and troubleshooting of medical devices involving specialized and generic test equipment and software diagnostic tools.
3. Understands electrical and mechanical biomedical safety principles.
4. Performs in a highly independent manner working within the broad scope of established department policies, procedures and goals.
5. Ability to use hand and power tools safely and effectively, and ability to occasionally maneuver and lift heavy equipment.
6. Ability to endure long periods of walking and standing.
7. Ability to learn equipment maintenance, operating procedures, and repair procedures from training materials and courses.
8. Ability to perform during routine, emergency, or other stressful situations.
9. Ability to use computer-based tools at a moderate to high level, e.g., novel query of a database.
10. Ability to teach other technical and clinical personnel.
11. General knowledge of human physiology and biomedical instrumentation principles.


WORKING CONDITIONS:
May work in clinical or repair facility with exposure to biological contamination, e.g., blood, and hazardous electrical or mechanical energy, e.g., high voltage. Periodic lifting of heavy objects, typically not exceeding 75 pounds/person.


SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
No general supervision required.


FISCAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Maintain accurate and current records of equipment activities and inventory and replacement parts.
Shift: Day Shift
EEO Statement: An EEO, AA, VEVRAA Employer ]]> 7/19/2011 0.00 Null Null none Null
Responsibilities: GENERAL SUMMARY/OVERVIEW STATEMENT:

Installs, calibrates, repairs and inspects medical equipment and solves moderately complex problems in the field. Performs repairs up to and including the diagnosis and repair of difficult technical problems. Participates in evaluations and installations of equipment. Provides information to develop procedures. Implements solutions to problems. Teaches clinical and technical staff basic troubleshooting and repair.


PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Note: The terms medical equipment and medical device may be either or all of electronic, mechanical and computer-based technologies for use in clinical or research applications and/or clinical facilities systems, such as sterilizers, water systems, warmers, operating room tables, and surgical lights.
1. Following departmental Medical Equipment Management Plan (MEMP) procedures, inspects newly acquired medical devices and systems for safety and function and attaches and assigns appropriate control numbers and labels to medical devices. Acquires the necessary information for accurate database inventory entry.
2. Conducts complete performance assurance and electrical safety testing. Performs preventive/scheduled maintenance on medical devices as required. May provide information for the development of testing protocols.
3. Responds to medical equipment problems in clinical areas or research areas; evaluates, troubleshoots and corrects problems up to and including those requiring rule-based troubleshooting and a moderate level of diagnostic skill and having a moderate to high level of acuity and complexity. Determines the need to remove and/or replace malfunctioning medical devices from service and implements accordingly.
4. Performs equipment repairs of substantial difficulty to a level requiring generic test instrumentation or diagnostic software, e.g., to board or component level for electrical devices.
5. Participates in medical equipment evaluations, installations and upgrades, including software revision.
6. Makes periodic rounds of assigned clinical areas to assess operation of medical devices and systems. Notes trends and works with Team Leader to develop and implement solutions to address recurring problems.
7. Instructs clinical and technical staff and other support personnel on the operation, safe use, care and handling, and user maintenance procedures for medical equipment.
8. Instructs department and other equipment technical staff on testing, calibration, preventive maintenance, basic troubleshooting and repair of medical equipment.
9. Using a computer database, thoroughly and accurately documents inspections, repairs, maintenance procedures, and teaching activities in a timely manner. Documents and maintains accurate and current inventory records of all replacement and repair parts.
10. Attends and satisfactorily completes training courses on operating, testing, maintaining, and repairing medical devices or systems. Disseminates newly acquired knowledge to team members and department as appropriate. Uses this knowledge to suggest improvements to our procedures and systems for managing and maintaining medical equipment.
11. Using data indicators, intuition, and/or other resources, helps to identify system, safety and quality problems, suggests solutions, and provides information that leads to change in department and on teams.
12. Under supervision of an engineer or department leadership, may assist in investigations of clinical incidents involving medical equipment.
13. May serve on departmental committees.
11. Performs on-call function (schedule rotation) providing in-house repairs and assistance as needed.
12. Performs other related duties as required.
Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS:
1. AS in Biomedical Equipment Technology or equivalent level of education or experience.
2. One to two years related experience preferred.
3. Must have competence in repair of mechanical, electro-mechanical, electronic, and/or computer medical technology to sufficiently diagnose and repair medical devices and systems.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
1. Demonstrates interpersonal and communication skills to effectively work with team members and customers at all levels.
2. Ability to perform testing and troubleshooting of medical devices involving specialized and generic test equipment and software diagnostic tools.
3. Understands electrical and mechanical biomedical safety principles.
4. Performs in a highly independent manner working within the broad scope of established department policies, procedures and goals.
5. Ability to use hand and power tools safely and effectively, and ability to occasionally maneuver and lift heavy equipment.
6. Ability to endure long periods of walking and standing.
7. Ability to learn equipment maintenance, operating procedures, and repair procedures from training materials and courses.
8. Ability to perform during routine, emergency, or other stressful situations.
9. Ability to use computer-based tools at a moderate to high level, e.g., novel query of a database.
10. Ability to teach other technical and clinical personnel.
11. General knowledge of human physiology and biomedical instrumentation principles.


WORKING CONDITIONS:
May work in clinical or repair facility with exposure to biological contamination, e.g., blood, and hazardous electrical or mechanical energy, e.g., high voltage. Periodic lifting of heavy objects, typically not exceeding 75 pounds/person.


SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
No general supervision required.


FISCAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Maintain accurate and current records of equipment activities and inventory and replacement parts.
Shift: Day Shift
EEO Statement: An EEO, AA, VEVRAA Employer ]]> 7/19/2011 0.00 Null Null none Null
Responsibilities: GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT
Under the direction and supervision of the Assistant Director for Integration and Knowledge Management, Medical Imaging IT, Brigham Radiology, The Radiology Information Analyst is responsible for the generation, maintenance and continuous improvement of information involved in and describing radiology processes. This includes information pertaining to billing, workflow and quality processes. To accomplish this, the analyst works collaboratively with members of the Radiology Billing Committee and related BWH billing groups, the departmentand#x2019;s quality manager, and departmental operating groups including the Chief Technologists.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Produce and maintain reports for the management and monitoring of Radiology operations. These include but are not limited to the departmentand#x2019;s dashboard metrics, chief technologist management reports, and billing reporting.
2. Develop and produce new data and reports as required by the department either for new regular production or to address ac hoc information needs.
3. Perform daily billing tasks including daily billing upload and monitoring, maintenance, communication and problem-solving required to ensure billing is done in a timely and accurate manner.
4. Ensure that appropriate billing related functions as identified by Brigham Radiology information systems proceed appropriately. These include eligibility, pre-authorizations, billing exceptions and coding queues.
5. Maintain billing related information in the Radiology information systems and ensure accuracy and validity. This includes exam code, billing code and technique modifier maintenance.
6. Assist in the development and maintenance of Brigham Radiology Data Store with primary responsibility for defining and maintaining necessary data elements, transformations and report outputs.
7. Work cooperatively and collaboratively with appropriate Radiology billing and operations groups and individuals to ensure continuity and relevance between workflows and supporting data and reports.
8. Assist in development, implementation and maintenance of processes pertaining to the support and improvement of Radiology billing and revenue capture.
9. Participate as part of Medical Imaging IT operations group in supporting Radiology information systems.
10. Other ad hoc duties as required and assigned.
Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS
and#x2022; Bachelorand#x2019;s or advanced degree or equivalent professional experience.
and#x2022; Three to five years experience in hospital and/or physician medical billing.
and#x2022; Three to five years experience with healthcare information systems.
and#x2022; Knowledge of IDXrad and/or BICS preferred.
and#x2022; Experience with PCs, Internet, and computer based transactional systems.

SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED
and#x2022; Strong verbal and written communication skills as well as excellent interpersonal skills.
and#x2022; Demonstrated skill and experience in the use of SQL and analytic software.
and#x2022; Demonstrated strong analytic and problem solving skills and able to suggest solutions based on systems knowledge.
and#x2022; Keen attention to detail and ability to reconcile disparate data sources.
and#x2022; Ability to work with all levels of staff including physicians, clinical support staff, administrative staff and IT staff.
and#x2022; Ability to work independently and prioritize to meet multiple competing goals in a timely, efficient and effective manner.
and#x2022; Knowledge of computer systems and systems interdependencies.

WORKING CONDITIONS
and#x2022; Fast paced professional office environment.
and#x2022; Travel to hospital setting and clinical environment.
and#x2022; Appropriate attire expected.
and#x2022; Regular on-site work hours expected.
Shift: Day Shift
EEO Statement: An EEO, AA, VEVRAA Employer ]]> 7/19/2011 0.00 Null Null none Null
Responsibilities: GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT
The Programmer/Analyst will be responsible for the data processing activities associated with one or more research studies. Responsibilities include: assisting the IS Systems Manager in the design of data processing systems that are flexible enough to meet the evolving needs of the trials; programming to implement these systems; running reports and analyses; working with study personnel to resolve data problems; final cleaning of the data; and assisting in the analysis of the databases.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Assists the IS Systems Manager in the design and implementation of procedures to efficiently and accurately transfer research data to the computer database and to keep current the personal information of the participants in the study.
2. Writes validation programs needed to ensure the validity and consistency of new data and updates computer programs to accommodate investigational changes and innovations.
3. Builds analysis databases, writes statistical analysis programs and performs case/control matching as requested by Study Investigators, Statisticians and the IS Systems Manager.
4. Interacts directly with study personnel to design reporting programs and to resolve data problems.
5. Run routine quality control and reporting programs for use by research personnel as well as for circulation to the trial leadership. Modifies existing and, when required, writes new reporting programs to meet the changing needs of the trial.
6. Assists in the design and implementation of final data cleaning and documentation for closed sections of the trial database.
7. Provides technical support to Statisticians, Investigators and other research personnel on processing procedures, variable definitions and analysis structures.
8. Performs all other tasks as required or assigned.
Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS
1. Bachelors degree or equivalent.
2. A minimum of 2 years programming experience in a research environment.
3. Working knowledge of research methodology.

SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED
1. Applications programming skills using statistical packages (SAS, SPSS, etc) and/or programming in C, R, Perl, etc.
2. Ability to work independently.
3. Excellent organizational skills.
4. Excellent interpersonal skills as this position involves working with a broad range of personnel.
Shift: Day Shift
EEO Statement: An EEO, AA, VEVRAA Employer ]]> 7/19/2011 0.00 Null Null none Null
Responsibilities: GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT:
The Center for Community Health and Health Equity (CCHHE) at Brigham and Womenand#x2019;s Hospital serves as the coordinating department for community health programs and acts as a liaison for community-based organizations and the hospital. The mission of the CCHHE is to advance systems of care and community health strategies to eliminate health disparities and elevate the health status of the communities served by BWH. The CCHHE collaborates with hospital departments, including clinical and research areas, and works in partnership with external organizations and community-based groups in addressing the social determinants of individual and community health.

The CCHHE data and evaluation efforts focus on increasing the use of technology in ongoing and emerging program evaluation, data collection and reporting methodologies; ensuring high quality program performance and adherence to program goals and objectives; enhancing access to and utilization of data by CCHHE staff and key stakeholders; and broadening outreach to individuals and organizations through a diverse array of data dissemination and communication methods.

The Database Administrator works closely with and supports the Program Evaluation and Data Manager to design and enhance the CCHHE data collection and reporting architecture. The administratorand#x2019;s primary responsibilities include: coordinating database development across all CCHHE program areas; developing database utilities and automated reporting; analyzing, consolidating and tuning databases for optimal efficiency; building database schema and tables; developing procedures and permissions; restoring and recovering corrupted databases; and evaluating and recommending new database technologies. Additional responsibilities include design and development of graphical user-interfaces to facilitate access to program data by CCHHE staff and development of online surveys using Survey Monkey or similar platforms.

The Database Administrator position requires experience in Database Management Systems (DBMS) administration and maintenance, database design, analysis, and management. The successful candidate will be capable of managing multiple programs and possess in-depth knowledge of standard computer hardware and software platforms including MS Access and SQL. Successful candidates will also have familiarity with advanced databases and database design concepts; HTML, data communications and networked systems; and fundamentals of page layout, design, and graphic illustration. Prior experience of administration and maintenance of management information systems in a health care setting is strongly desired.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Work with CCHHE staff to design, maintain, and enhance data collection and reporting architecture, including development of Microsoft Access databases, for CCHHE youth, community, health equity, violence prevention, and research programs;
2. Develop graphical user interfaces for MS Access databases to facilitate data entry, data analysis, and generation of reports across all CCHHE program areas;
3. Write database documentation and develop data standards and procedures;
4. Provide data and database-related technical assistance and user support to CCHHE staff and other stakeholders;
5. Establish 'back end' organization of data and 'front end' accessibility for end users across all databases;
6. Develop data cleaning methods to perform quality control on data collected across all CCHHE programs;
7. Ensure that data and database storage, archiving, back-up and recovery procedures are functioning correctly;
8. Work with CCHHE program staff and the Data and Program Evaluation Manager to develop online surveys to assess program impact and track program outcomes;
9. Participate in the preparation of program evaluation reports and other documents related to program evaluation, performance and tracking;
10. Provide leadership in the development, implementation and maintenance of CCHHE website;
11. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS:
and#x2022; Bachelors or Associates degree with a focus on information systems, computer programming, or related field;
and#x2022; Strong knowledge of database administration, development and management;
and#x2022; Familiarity with software design principles and object oriented programming;
and#x2022; A passion for public health;
and#x2022; Previous experience working in a healthcare or public health setting a plus.

SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:
and#x2022; Experience in the administration, development, and maintenance of complex databases;
and#x2022; Strong knowledge of advanced databases and database design concepts;
and#x2022; Strong knowledge of MS Access;
and#x2022; Knowledge of programming languages such as SQL, JAVA, HTML, JavaScript, C/C++;
and#x2022; Ability to work with survey monkey or other online survey tools;
and#x2022; Knowledge of data quality control methods and procedures;
and#x2022; Ability to maintain a high degree of maturity, professionalism, and confidentiality;
and#x2022; Ability to adhere to deadlines and document work;
and#x2022; Strong written and oral communication skills;
and#x2022; Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work both independently and as part of a team;
and#x2022; Strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to prioritize and balance multiple tasks and agendas;
and#x2022; Demonstrated ability to interact professionally within culturally diverse settings;
and#x2022; High standards of performance, quality, credibility and integrity.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Collaborative office of staff devoted to a diverse array of community health related programs.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

This position requires no supervisory responsibilities.

FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY:
This position requires no fiscal responsibilities.
Shift: Day Shift
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Responsibilities: GENERAL SUMMARY / OVERVIEW STATEMENT:

Working in collaboration with Drs. Elizabeth Karlson and Robert Green, providing epidemiological and statistical consultation for Dr. Karlsonand#x2019;s projects in genetics and epidemiology of rheumatoid arthritis and Dr. Greenand#x2019;s projects on translational genomics their specific role for Dr. Karlson will be to model the relationship between genes, environment, and their interaction and risk of RA; and for Dr. Green to provide statistical support for data analysis involving clinical trials of genetic disclosure.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Provide statistical programming support and consultation to investigators on analyses, papers, and presentations.
2. Assist in developing protocols for coding variables, programming genetic and gene-environment interaction analyses and manuscript preparation for risk of RA in three cohorts, Nurses Health Study, Nursesand#x2019; Health Study 2, and Epidemiologic Investigation of RA.
3. Assist in coding, data management, analysis and manuscript preparation for genetic and genetic-environmental risk of Alzheimerand#x2019;s disease in several datasets (ADNI, NACC), and in ongoing studies of genetic risk disclosure.
4. Assist in study design and project development from a statistical standpoint.
5. Interact with collaborators on analysis methods and joint work on projects.
6. Consult with and provide statistical support to trainees on various research projects.
Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS:
and#x2022; Masters level statistics training with 1-3 years of research experience
and#x2022; Advanced data management, SAS programming and statistical analysis skills
and#x2022; Excellent interpersonal and writing skills
and#x2022; Teaching expertise for scientific mentoring of trainees and faculty investigators working on multiple research projects

SKILLS / ABILITIES / COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

and#x2022; Problem solving and organizational ability; written and interpersonal and communication skills; and initiative
and#x2022; Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively on research teams
and#x2022; Ability to manage multiple tasks under competing deadlines and shifting priorities

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Normal office environment

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

Will likely help supervise work by multiple levels of trainees

FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY:
None
Shift: Day Shift
EEO Statement: An EEO, AA, VEVRAA Employer ]]> 7/19/2011 0.00 Null Null none Null
Responsibilities: GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT:
Works under the general direction of the Director of the Pathology IT Division on established research projects related to collaborations among Harvard-affiliated hospitals and other institutions to develop a comprehensive software tool to locate specific pathology tissue specimens at participating hospitals for research investigators, with specific annotation, following strict IRB/HIPAA guidelines. Develops complex applications reflecting site-specific requirements, independently troubleshoots andamp; resolves programming/application problems, contributes to future expansion and development of application as part of research team.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Programming (75% effort):
1. Mapping hospital databases to a common schema
2. Upgrading the peer-to-peer messaging service
3. Adding new UI features, including medical concept lookup and specimen tracking
4. Improving the full text query capabilities

System Administration/Configuration (25% effort):
1. Management of the existing p2p network (Java web services)
2. Software deployment to new hospital tissue banks

Performs all other duties and responsibilities as directed.
Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS:
1. 2-4 years development experience with a focus in Java and ASP.net. Familiarity with PC and Macintosh systems integration, computer network management, or related field.
2. B.S. Degree in computer science or equivalent experience. MS desirable.

Required Technical Expertise/Experience:
1. Strong experience with Linux
2. Knowledge of XML and Web services
3. Experience mapping databases and XML schemas
4. Experience with Ant or Maven, Tomcat, Servlets, and JSP, and unit test frameworks such as JUnit
5. Strong experience with ASP.net web applications and Visual Studio

Useful, but not Required Technical Expertise/Experience:
1. Experience with PHP
2. Open Source community experience
3. Experience working in a HIPAA regulated environment
4. Knowledge of messaging systems (JMS or equivalent)
5. Knowledge of regular expressions and pattern matching
6. Full Text Search engines such as Lucene

SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:
In addition to strong specific technical skills as outlined above, must have the ability to communicate well on both technical and non-technical levels with a user community representing widely varying experience and technical knowledge.
Proven ability to work independently in identifying problems and initiating solutions.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Normal office environment in a busy clinical department, with frequent deadlines. Minimal need to enter laboratory areas.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
None at present. May need to supervise temporary research IT staff as necessary.
Shift: Day Shift
EEO Statement: An EEO, AA, VEVRAA Employer ]]> 7/19/2011 0.00 Null Null none Null
Responsibilities: GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT:
The Database Developer/Data Manager (DDDM) will play a leadership role in all aspects of database creation, data management, and data cleaning as well as report generation for ongoing clinical epidemiological research projects, including large cohort studies and multi-center clinical trials. The DDDM will be integrally involved in all aspects of research project design, working with other team members, including biostatisticans, epidemiologists, project coordinators, to design databases, database interfaces, provide input on the design of data collection instruments, implement and oversee data management and maintenance, assist with intermediate and final report generation, provide quality assurance monitoring for data input from various sources and sites, and to assist with preparation of grant applications.
The DDDM will work with DSM staff to design and develop approaches to accessing the data through data exports (ODBC, SAS, SQL), web portals (Ruby on Rails, JavaScript/Prototype/jQuery, HTML5, AJAX, Apache, lighttpd), and through other high-level application methods (MATLAB). The DDDM will use on a daily basis: agile software development; rapid prototyping based on weekly end-user feedback; development support tools (git, Rally); UNIX commands; cron jobs; and installing software from source code.

The DDDM is expected to perform database administrator duties consistent with Partners Healthcare Information Systems Department guidelines and DSM Director of Technology recommendations. The data management duties will include administration, optimization and maintenance of the database. The DDDM will be actively involved in the design, review and maintenance of database structures, query optimization, and data management. Ensures data recoverability, maintenance, data integrity, and space requirements for physical databases are met through formulations and monitoring of policies, procedures, and standards related to database management and security. Advises management on database concepts and functional capabilities.


PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
A. Interface with physician investigators and#x2013; The DDDM will work closely with investigators to assess their clinical / research needs including developing approaches for data collection (e.g., questionnaire format), data flow and tracking, assuring the integrity of the data, and methods for implementing data analysis.

B. Development of clinical / research databases and#x2013; The DDDM will implement and test the creation of database tables using a multi-user relational database such as Microsoft SQL Server. Must be able to identify the most appropriate data management paradigm for particular studies, and develop novel or new data management applications as needed. Maintains detailed written documentation of created databases and data dictionaries for use by biostatisticians.

C. Data Management and#x2013; Works with investigators, other clinical and programming personnel to design, develop, and maintain appropriate databases, established using Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft Access, or SAS. Develops programs to ensure data integrity (logic and range checks, double-data entry procedures). Performs basic statistical programming to allow transfer of complex physiological and biological data captured using proprietary software to the Divisionand#x2019;s databases and to various statistical programs (e.g., SAS, S-Plus). Develops efficient data archival systems for use with multi-center collaborations. Maintains detailed written documentation of all data programming and data archival systems. Will also supervise data entry personnel and ensure timeliness of data entry for current projects.

D. Data Cleaning and Preparation and#x2013; Performs statistical/data programming and basic analysis for multiple research studies. Performs ongoing data cleaning throughout the duration of each study, generates queries of potential data errors or inconsistencies and resolves them with the project coordinators. Works with other team members, including project coordinators and biostatisticians, to create analysis datasets. Summarizes data with appropriate descriptive statistics as necessary.

E. Report Generation and#x2013; Creates reports to monitor study progress as well as other requested reports as needed using SAS and Microsoft Word. Assist in the writing and preparation of research reports, including internal documentation, academic publication, and research presentations at national meetings. Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS:
and#x2022; Masterand#x2019;s degree in Computer Science, Biostatistics, Business Information Systems, Epidemiology, or Public Health-preferred. Bachelors degree may be acceptable if exceptional work experience.
and#x2022; 3 - 5 years related Database Development/Management experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience with an emphasis in Web-based development and management.
SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:
A. Highly organized, with decision-making skills, initiative, and ability to work with limited supervision. Excellent trouble-shooting skills. Ability to improve upon current practices.

B. Working knowledge of agile software development tools, such as git and Rally, strong web-development skills using Ruby on Rails, JavaScript (Prototype/jQuery) to create Web 2.0 high-throughput web portals using HTML5 and AJAX, and comfort with using UNIX commands, creating cron jobs, and installing software from source code.

C. Requires extensive experience and familiarity with Windows-based personal computers. Demonstrated expertise in managing and manipulating datasets, and in basic statistical analysis. Requires extensive technical skills, including experience with SAS, and data programming skills for data management, including data cleaning. Prior experience with MS SQL Server or other relational database management system helpful.

D. Excellent interpersonal and oral and written communication skills, flexibility, ability to interact with a diverse and large research team including physician investigators.

E. Fundamental knowledge of epidemiology, medical terminology, and biostatistics.


WORKING CONDITIONS:.

Fast paced environment. Occasional intense periods of work can be associated with particular scientific deadlines.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
Data Entry personnel
Shift: Day Shift
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Responsibilities: GENERAL SUMMARY / OVERVIEW STATEMENT:

Under the supervision and direction of the Assistant Director for Integration and Knowledge Management, the Clinical Content Analyst/Programmer is responsible for the administration and reporting of clinical data for the Center for Evidence Based Imaging. The primary focus of this position is the accurate translation of clinical conditions and procedures into and out of the computer systems managed by the Medical Imaging IT division of Brigham Radiology. Responsibilities include administering clinical content and decision support in the physician order entry systems, ensuring that it is current, accurate and functioning appropriately. The position will also be responsible for monitoring and reporting on the use of the clinical content and trending the impact that changes to content have on the ordering and delivery of medical imaging services over time.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Administer clinical content in the physician order entry systems, ensuring it is configured and functioning appropriately.
2. Manage intake of new content requests, ensuring proper definition and vetting.
3. Manage development and release process with vendor including testing and configuration.
4. Handle all necessary communications related to content releases.
5. Document all content development, activation and de-activation.
6. Develop key metrics for tracking the use of clinical content and its impact on the ordering and delivery of medical imaging services.
7. Produce regular administrative reports and data for departmental and institutional dashboards and scorecards.
8. Field and deliver ad hoc data requests related to the use and impact of clinical content.
9. Work collaboratively with researchers and fellows at the Center for Evidence Based Imaging.
10. Provide secondary operational support of clinical systems as necessary.
Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS:
and#x2022; Bachelorand#x2019;s or advanced degree or equivalent professional experience
and#x2022; 3 or more years experience in health care informatics
and#x2022; 2 or more years experience with project management

SKILLS / ABILITIES / COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

and#x2022; Knowledge of clinical/medical terminology
and#x2022; Demonstrated experience in the use and support of computer applications
and#x2022; Demonstrated skill in the use of data management software such as MS Excel and MS Access
and#x2022; Strong interpersonal skills
and#x2022; Strong written and verbal communication skills
and#x2022; Demonstrated strong analytic and problem solving skills
and#x2022; Keen attention to detail and ability to reconcile disparate data sources
and#x2022; Ability to work with all levels of staff including physicians, clinical support staff, administrative staff and IT staff
and#x2022; Ability to work independently and prioritize to meet multiple competing goals in a timely, effective and efficient manner
and#x2022; Knowledge of computer systems and systems interdependencies

WORKING CONDITIONS:
and#x2022; Professional office space within professional/medical office building
and#x2022; Fast past professional, clinical environment
and#x2022; Attire appropriate to setting
and#x2022; Regular on site work hours expected

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

None

FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY:
None
Shift: Day Shift
EEO Statement: An EEO, AA, VEVRAA Employer ]]> 7/19/2011 0.00 Null Null none Null
Responsibilities: GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT
This position is primarily responsible for operational support of unique applications related to Medical Imaging. The major applications are a computerized physician order entry application for Medical Imaging studies, a computerized speech recognition application used to generate patient reports and communicate such reports to clinical users at the point of care, an imaging study protocoling system, and the RIS/Radiology Information System. To that extent, this position will perform back-end support of the applications, concentrating on data entry, system maintenance, end-user training and responding to end-user support calls.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
and#x2022; Keeps and maintains documentation of application enhancement requests.
and#x2022; Keeps and maintains system documentation.
and#x2022; Develops and maintains training curricula and documentation.
and#x2022; Performs system QA processes to assure accuracy of patient clinical information.
and#x2022; Performs reconciliation of speech recognition data with RIS database
and#x2022; Performs all necessary data entry in support of application functionality
and#x2022; Performs all necessary application maintenance functions.
and#x2022; Participates in the testing and quality assurance phases of the software development.
and#x2022; Understands relationship and interdependencies of all Medical Imaging applications.
and#x2022; Respond to calls/pages from the help desk and/or end-users.
and#x2022; Assists in system management related functions.
and#x2022; Troubleshoots network related problems.
and#x2022; Analyzes Radiology/Imaging/Physician Practice clinical workflow to resolve issues and recommend application enhancements/programming.
and#x2022; Able to support physicians and clinicians in changing/adapting workflow to leverage technology (with a goal of improving quality and patient safety). Able to conduct training on complex clinical applications and processes to physicians and clinicians.
and#x2022; Conducts upper tier training and orientation of physician users on speech recognition product and other products as needed.
and#x2022; Conducts implementation projects as assigned.
Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS
and#x2022; Bachelors degree or advanced degree.
and#x2022; One to two years of related experience.
and#x2022; Knowledge of multiple clinical IS systems.
and#x2022; Experience in end-user training on clinical IS systems.
and#x2022; Experience with PCs, Internet, and computer based transactional systems.
and#x2022; Customer support/helpdesk experience required.
and#x2022; Experience with PCs, Internet, and computer based transactional systems.
and#x2022; Knowledge of process improvement processes for implementation of new technologies.
and#x2022; Project management experience.

SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED
and#x2022; Requires knowledge of unique Radiology/Imaging clinical workflow.
and#x2022; Strong verbal and written communication skills.
and#x2022; Effective communication skills with clinical and administrative staff at all levels.
and#x2022; Strong analytic and problem solving skills.
and#x2022; Strong organizational skills.
and#x2022; Ability to work with professional staff at all levels from physicians and administrators to support staff.
and#x2022; Proven ability to work well with others both in a support capacity and in a team.
and#x2022; Ability to work independently.

WORKING CONDITIONS
and#x2022; Professional office space within professional/medical office building.
and#x2022; Works in clinical care settings with physicians and professional staff.
and#x2022; Professional-casual office environment.
and#x2022; Some flexibility in business hours with some off-hour coverage as necessary.
and#x2022; Travel to end-user sites as necessary.
Shift: Day Shift
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Responsibilities: GENERAL SUMMARY / OVERVIEW STATEMENT:

The Section of Clinical Sciences in the Division of Rheumatology/Immunology and Allergy, Brigham and Womenand#x2019;s Hospital is looking for a Senior Statistical Programmer with experience working with health claim utilization databases. This is a wonderful opportunity to work with a highly motivated and cohesive team. The individual will be involved with clinical research projects that include patients with musculoskeletal and rheumatic diseases. Responsibilities include working with complicated health care utilization (administrative insurance claims) data, developing and managing databases, supervising data entry in MS ACCESS, downloading data for analyses, and assisting in preliminary descriptive analyses. The individual will implement statistical analyses and write programs using SAS.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Will be responsible for reviewing study forms for accuracy in scanning and data entry; develop, maintain and update database; supervise all scanning for the project and data entry; clean and check all data and perform regular data transfer to funding agency.
2. Develop, maintain, update, and oversee databases for several research projects. Develops and supervises the development of sophisticated relational databases using MS ACCESS for each research project.
3. Write software and set up procedures to schedule and track follow-up mailings and phone calls, as well as data accrual from external sources.
4. Writes UNIX and Perl scripts and SAS programs to clean databases and create analysis SAS files. Converts database into SAS data sets to implement statistical analyses. Writes SAS programs to generate descriptive statistics and produce reports and tables. Writes SAS programs to perform statistical analyses of data, working closely with Center statistician and project PI.
5. Draft tables and assists in writing analysis sections of research manuscripts.
6. Assists in developing Internet databases using SAS and HTML.
Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS:
1. A college degree with a concentration in mathematics or science is required.
2. Masterand#x2019;s level of education with a research or analytical concentration is preferred.
3. Minimum 3 years experience in data management, research or in a medical setting.
4. SAS programming language.
5. Knowledge of medical and analytical terminology.
6. Basic knowledge of clinical epidemiology and biostatistics.

SKILLS / ABILITIES / COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

and#x2022; Must be very familiar with health care utilization (administrative insurance claims) data
and#x2022; Must be comfortable with fast-paced environment and able to simultaneously program on several projects
and#x2022; Strong interpersonal skills are required
and#x2022; Proven ability to work independently with little supervision
and#x2022; Strong organizational skills
and#x2022; Demonstrated analytic skills to problem solve effectively
and#x2022; Must possess a great deal of integrity to maintain confidentiality; must demonstrate accuracy in maintaining data
and#x2022; Strong database management and overall computer skills
and#x2022; Must be able to make independent judgments under general supervision for the above mentioned job duties and responsibilities
Shift: Day Shift
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