Acadian

Acadian Companies

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title:

Integration Administrator

Alternate Job Title(s):

Integration Specialist

Division/Department:

Information Technology

Status:

Exempt

Access to PHI?

Yes

JOB SUMMARY: We are seeking an experienced and motivated Integrations Specialist to join our team as a full-time employee. This role is focused on designing, developing, and maintaining critical healthcare data exchanges. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in healthcare data standards, such as X12, FHIR, and HL7, and proven experience setting up and managing data interfaces between disparate systems. This position requires a deep understanding of scripting, automation, relational databases, and server management to ensure seamless and secure data flow.

REPORTS TO: IT Director

SUPERVISOR STATUS: This position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities.

EQUIPMENT: Mobile workstation, stationary workstation

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed, to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, duties, skills, or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be a general description of the essential duties and requirements common to positions of this type and may be subject to change. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Design, build, and maintain robust and scalable healthcare data exchange interfaces using industry-standard protocols (e.g., X12, FHIR, HL7, SFTP) and third-party data exchange platforms (Redox).
• Develop and implement scripts to automate data integration processes, improving efficiency and reliability.
• Manage and administer relational database management systems (RDBMS) to support data exchange activities, including writing queries and ensuring data integrity.
• Oversee server environments where integrations are hosted, ensuring high availability, security, and performance.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external healthcare partners to analyze business requirements, define integration specifications, and troubleshoot data exchange issues.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for all integrations, data mappings, and system configurations.
• Adhere to best practices for data security and compliance within a healthcare environment.
• Collaborate directly with the IT Engineering Director to review project tasks, scope, and progress.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. At least 5 years of hands-on experience working with healthcare data interchange standards. Demonstrated hands-on experience in setting up and managing healthcare data exchanges from conception to implementation.
2. Intermediate knowledge of relational database management systems (e.g., MS SQL Server, PostgreSQL) and proficiency in writing complex SQL queries.
3. Solid understanding of and experience with server management (Windows and/or Linux).
4. Ability to work independently to analyze requirements, design solutions, and deliver high-quality integrations while meeting project deadlines.
5. Knowledge of managing SFTP (or similar) third-party tools and servers.
6. Strong understanding of security controls and concepts related to data protection and access.
7. Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to quickly identify critical issues and deliver effective, data-driven solutions under pressure.
8. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with proven ability to clearly articulate complex technical concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, MIS, Informatics, or a related field.
• Scripting: Proficiency in one or more scripting languages (PowerShell, Python, Bash) for automation and administrative tasks is highly preferred. tasks.
• Cloud: Experience with cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS.
• Source Control: Experience in version control systems such as Git.
• Integration Platforms: Familiarity with integration engines (e.g., Mirth Connect, Rhapsody).
• Monitoring & Reporting: Experience using industry-standard monitoring tools to track system health, utilization, and performance metrics in mission-critical settings.
• Disaster Recovery: Experience with backup, disaster recovery, and high-availability configurations tailored for healthcare enterprises involved in data exchange.
• Compliance: Familiarity with healthcare compliance standards and best practices for securing healthcare data in multi-state, high-availability operational environments.
• Certifications: Relevant vendor certifications are highly desirable.

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

We value continuous development and reward employees for achieving these required certifications. Initial salary increases are tied to these certifications, with a minimum four-month gap between each raise to ensure fairness and foster steady career growth. The selected candidate will be excluded from annual cost-of-living adjustments until the successful completion of the following certifications.

1. CEDIAP: Certified EDI Academy Professional Certification
2. Training: EDI Fundamentals & Best Practices for Healthcare Transactions (e.g., 837,834,835,270-271,278)

HL7 V2 Certification

HL7 FHIR Certification

(PCEP) Certified Entry-Level Python Programmer Certification

CompTIA Security+ Certification

(PCAP) Certified Associate Python Programmer Certification

Read T-SQL Fundamentals, 4th Edition, and complete associated quizzes

(PCED) Certified Entry-Level Data Analyst with Python

(PCAD) Certified Associate Data Analyst with Python

NetApp Certified Professional Technology Solutions certification

Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals Certification

CompTIA DataSys+ Certification

1. Upon completing the final requirement, the selected candidate’s job title changes to Integration Engineer.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work Hours: This is a full-time position with a standard 40-hour work week. Flexibility may be required to accommodate key meetings or urgent project needs.
• Remote Work: This role is 100% remote. The employee should have a reliable internet connection and a suitable remote work environment.
• Communication: The employee will interact with the team using provided communication channels (email, video conferencing, project management tools). Regular virtual meetings will be scheduled to facilitate team coordination and status reporting.
• Benefits: Acadian Companies offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including health, dental, and vision insurance, a retirement plan, and paid time off.

SOFT SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES:

• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain complex technical concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Collaboration: A strong team player with a collaborative mindset, capable of thriving in a matrixed organization and working effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Attention: Meticulous attention to detail is required to ensure precision in data exchange processes.
• Problem-Solving: Robust problem-solving skills with a proven track record of identifying issues and delivering effective, data-driven solutions under high-pressure, always-on conditions.
• Self-Motivation: Highly self-motivated and efficient in managing time to meet the demanding needs of a 24/7 operational setting.
• Prioritization: Demonstrated ability to balance multiple priorities and consistently meet tight deadlines, essential for maintaining continuous system uptime.
• Adaptability: Open to learning new tools and technologies; proactive in staying updated with industry trends and best practices specific to data exchange environments.
• Flexibility: Adaptable and responsive in a fast-paced, ever-changing work environment, ensuring continuous operational excellence and service availability.
• Professionalism: Exhibits high professionalism, reliability, and a strong work ethic, with an unwavering commitment to quality in all consulting deliverables.

Confidentiality: Committed to maintaining confidentiality and ensuring the highest data security standards, safeguarding critical information integral to EMS operations.

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