Integration Programmer Analyst
Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago

By joining our team, you'll be part of our life-changing Mission and Vision. You'll work in a truly inclusive environment where diversity and equity are championed through words and actions. You'll contribute to an innovative culture that is second to none, one that embraces curiosity, discovery and compassion. You'll play a role in something that's never been done before as we integrate science and clinical care to help patients achieve better, faster outcomes - as we Advance Human Ability, together.

Job Description Summary
The Integration Programmer Analyst is a resource for design, development, testing, deployment, administration, and maintenance for business and clinical information technology. Performs as a leader information systems and interface projects. Coordinates with business support and clinical teams to analyze, communicate and validate requirements for the business and clinical applications and their interfaces. Facilitates workflow analysis and software design solutions to enable the business support and clinical teams to achieve their goals. Serves as coach/mentor for Technical Applications Analyst team members.

The Integration Programmer Analyst will consistently demonstrate support of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab statement of Vision, Mission and Core Values by striving for excellence, contributing to the team efforts and showing respect and compassion for patients and their families, fellow employees, and all others with whom there is contact at or in the interest of the institute.

The Integration Programmer Analyst will demonstrate Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Core Attributes: Communication, Accountability, Flexibility/Adaptability, Judgment/Problem Solving, Customer Service and Core Values (Hope, Compassion, Discovery, Collaboration, and Commitment to Excellence) while fulfilling job duties.

Job Description

The Integration Programmer Analyst will:

• Support system applications and interfaces including installing upgrades, providing enhancements and problem management.
  
• Provide consultation on process analysis and design, recommending alternative solutions, both automated and manual, to meet desired outcomes.
  
• Collaborate with internal departments, information technology vendors, and other resources to develop maintenance, testing, communication and conversion plans for system.
  
• Develop plans for assigned projects, determining objectives, identifying stakeholders, assigning responsibilities, and setting timelines.
  
• Assist with third-party system selection and deploy acquired software systems, when necessary.
  
• Design system interfaces and work with the user team to implement. Implement and update interface engine software tools.
  
• Develop test plans, including integration and user acceptance testing, to verify systems satisfy design requirements.
  
• Document and manage issues and problems establishing action plans including handoffs to ensure goals and objectives are achieved.
  
• Develop documentation for training and/or maintenance support including problem resolution and escalation decision trees.
  
• Mentor lower-level Technical Applications Analysts. Assist with development of plans and strategies for employee education including the preparation of end-user training materials and conducting training sessions as necessary.
  
• Perform all other duties that may be assigned in the best interest of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab.
  

Reporting Relationships

• Reports directly to the Director, IT and Corporate Applications
  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Bachelor degree in information systems or related field.
  
• Project Management Professional (PMP) credentials a plus.
  
• Certification in one or more applications development tools and/or one or more interface engines.
  
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in systems development and/or information systems interface analysis.
  
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience with applications development tools and/or front-end web technologies
  
• Knowledge of healthcare business support processes in one or more area (e.g., Finance, not-for-profit, Payroll & HR, Procurement & Central Supply, Clinical, Revenue Cycle, etc.).
  
• Experience with healthcare integration tools, Cerner Open Engine software, or web services/engines incorporating HL7 V3 standards.
  
• Proven ability to manage software initiatives of varying sizes and complexity. Experience working within Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office tools.
  
• Firm knowledge of workflow in one or more area and ability to work independently with users to define how technology can drive business processes.
  
• Interpersonal skills necessary to actively listen and communicate effectively with IS peers and user.
  
• Strong team-building skills to promote cooperation and collaboration. Knowledge of ANSI SQL scripting for troubleshooting.
  
• Knowledge of Cerner Command Language (CCL) for troubleshooting.
  
• Personal computer skills necessary to prepare project plans, presentations, flow charts, test plans, etc.
  

Working Conditions

Normal office environment with little or no exposure to dust or extreme temperature.

Pay and Benefits*:

Pay Range: $71,277.65 - $124,500 annually

Benefits: Shirley Ryan AbilityLab offers a comprehensive benefits program that is competitive with our industry peers in our geographic locations: https://www.sralab.org/benefits

*Benefits and benefits' eligibility can vary by position. Actual compensation will vary based on applicant's experience and qualifications, as well as internal equity.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Equal Employment Opportunity

ShirleyRyan AbilityLab is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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