Laboratory Information System Analyst

Position Summary

The Laboratory Information System Analyst performs tasks related to the Laboratory Information system. Supports the development, implementation, and maintenance of new and existing computer applications. Assists with multiple small and/or single medium- to large-scale IT projects from inception to close including: testing and change control. Receives technical direction from LIS Manager. Demonstrates strengths in critical thinking, innovation, and interdisciplinary collaboration

Must be available for after-hours problem solving every 2 to 3 weeks (Monday to Sunday) based on established schedule. Should live within 1 hour of the hospital. Problem resolution may be done remotely or on site depending on nature of problem. May require evening or night shift work from time to time as system upgrades are installed.

Position also involves working on billing and report generation issues for various supervisors

Primary Position Responsibilities

1.

Proactively monitors and resolve system errors in a timely manner.

2.

Consistently builds and maintains computer files with an excellent source of knowledge.

3.

Provides support to ensure successful implementation, testing, and auditing of the functionality of the LIS modules.

4.

Helps to maintain Laboratory on-line test manual.

5.

Maintains test directory in system and add new test as requested by LIS Manager.

Work Contact Group (Internal/External)

Laboratory administration, laboratory supervisors and staff, clinical staff, physician practices, IT team members.

Reporting Relationships

Reports to (position):

LIS Manager

Supervises (position(s):

None

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

Required:

Associates Degree in one of the sciences recognized by CLIA and NJ DOH as leading to a lab position such as medical laboratory technology (MLT) or a degree in computer sciences

Preferred:

None

Minimum Years of Experience (Amount, Type and Variation):

Required:

None

Preferred:

1 year in a high complexity laboratory

License, Registry or Certification:

Required:

None

Preferred:

ASCP certification as an MLT or MLS

Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities:

Required:

Experience with laboratory computer systems.

Preferred:

Basic Microsoft Office, Affinity, NextGen EHR, Soft Labs Modules, QCPR, Craneware,
Hardware and software troubleshooting skills with a high standard of excellence in all laboratory
computer systems.