Remote Laboratory Informatics Jobs in Atlanta, GA

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We are seeking a Technical Specialist III – Laboratory Informatics, to provide technical leadership, guidance, and mentorship in the development, implementation, and maintenance of complex production information systems.  You will be instrumental in conducting research in automation techniques to improve application performance, efficiency, and testing. A core focus in this role is troubleshooting and technical tasks such as requesting servers for lab projects, coordinating with our network team to get IPs, VPN, and firewalls for Lab equipment and applications, and ensuring our vendors can remote into our applications using RDP tools such as Securelink.  While the Technical Apps Specialist skill set is more technical scope in nature, we are also looking for Beaker AP and CP build experience as you will participate in our on-call rotation.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides assistance in isolating and solving problems within application systems, interfaces, and middleware infrastructure.
• Installs, configurations, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment and instrumentation integrated with Beaker, including interface engines (e.g., Data Innovations, HL7). 
• Plans and coordinates programming projects within a particular work group, functioning as a senior programming consultant on advanced computer technology and architecture.
• Consults on network and firewall needs for laboratory applications and instruments.
• Collaborates with Emory Digital Infrastructure and Integration teams to support Laboratory needs.
• Participates in on-call and after-hours support rotations as needed to support critical laboratory operations.
• Determines and performs testing methodologies and techniques; adheres to internal controls and standards established for the department.
• Leads validation activities, including change control and testing protocols, in accordance with CAP and CLIA regulatory requirements.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Epic Beaker AP and CP Certification/Accreditation highly preferred.
• Hands-on experience with Epic Beaker build and validation.
• Knowledge of laboratory middleware and infrastructure.
• Expertise in Data Innovations or other laboratory interface tools; HL7 experience a plus.
• Proficiency in Python, PowerShell, or SQL.
• Knowledge of Windows server administration and maintenance.
• Prior experience in a clinical laboratory or pathology operations setting.
• Experience working within a CAP/CLIA-regulated environment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree from a recognized college or university with major course work in computer science, Information Technology, engineering, or equivalent related experience.
• A minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in application systems/administration OR 7 years of experience without a degree.
• Prefer proficiency in at least two scripting languages used currently in production.
• Must be able to lead, engage and mentor others to achieve a very high level of application systems availability and integration.
• Must have good business skills. Must be able to lead problem solving efforts when mission critical systems are interrupted. 

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Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.