Job Descriptions/Performance Evaluation

Clinical Informatics Analyst

I. Job Characteristics: Clinical Informatics Analyst

Department:	IS	Date:
Salary Grade:		Valid License/Certification/ Registration	Yes or Not Applicable (circle one)
Type of Review:	Annual or Probationary (circle one)	Evidence of CPR Certification	Yes or Not Applicable (circle one)

II. Position Summary

Responsible for the support of clinical information systems in the hospital network.
Serves as a resource person for the daily operational issues of the hospital’s clinical systems.

III. Education and Training Required

Masters or equivalent in Nursing or a Health Care Related field.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing.

IV. Experience Required

Prior experience in healthcare environment (3-5 years). Demonstrated ability to function well under pressure.

V. Special Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Experience with personal computers (2-3 years). PC hardware troubleshooting experience helpful.

All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the job proficiently.This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.Employees will be required to perform any other job-related instructions given by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

VI. Organizational Competencies and Outcomes

Rating Guide:
1=Does not meet performance expectations
2=Meets performance expectations
3=Exceeds performance expectations

Competency and Outcome	Behavior	1	2	3	N/A	Supporting Comments
Customer Focus	Demonstrates placing a high priority on serving internal and external customers in a timely, courteous manner Follows-up until needs are met Demonstrates polite, cooperative, and respectful behavior Shows respect, empathy, and consideration for everyone Answers phone within 3 rings; identifies self and department
Achievement Orientation	Sets goals to achieve objectives Completes assignments in a timely manner, following accepted procedures and practices Inspires others by example, encouraging them to do their best Searches for faster, better, less costly ways of doing work
Teamwork	Promotes cooperation and understanding and shares information and resources with others Works collaboratively with others to accomplish goal/task Works effectively with others to find solutions that benefit all; actively supports group decisions
Cost Management	Manages time to promote productivity; has no unapproved overtime Uses material goods efficiently Contributes to one cost saving idea annually
Performance Improvement	Strives to continuously improve operations through quality improvement and sustained results Ensures accuracy of data, work and information Contributes ideas for improvement Participates in performance improvement data collection, analysis, implementation and ongoing evaluation
Safety Management	Reports safety and environmental hazards Responds per policy to fire drills, codes, etc
Professionalism	Protects confidentiality of patients, families and staff Offers to assist others when work is completed Responds to requests from others Offers and accepts constructive feedback; encourages and supports others Speaks positively about (FACILITY)to others Participates in departmental staff meetings Available for work as assigned Plans for activities to meet own professional needs; seeks out opportunities for personal growth and development
Management Competency (if applicable)	See Attachment 1 -- Place score on Attachment

VII.Individual Competencies

Competency and Outcome	Behavior	1	2	3	N/A	Supporting Comments
Clinical liaison between IS Department and Patient Care Areas	Provides education to clinical staff regarding Information System’s clinical applications. Assists clinical staff in identifying cause and solution to computer issues. Collaborates in development and distribution of newsletters for clinical staff. Provides cross-training for other members of the IS staff with regard to clinical information systems.
Clinical project leader	Lead/coordinate the transition to live environment of appropriate clinical applications. Provides Clinical Services Manager of IS and Director of IS with updates regarding the project status, needs, and issues.
Supports implementation of clinical information applications	Provide clinical expertise in evaluation of computer programs and applications. Assist IS Education Coordinator with development of education literature and training programs. Maintains knowledge of current technology in the healthcare environment.

VIII. Summary

Competency and Outcome Type	Number of Competencies	Total Point Ratings
Organizational	7	A
Individual	3	B
Management	-	C
TOTAL	10	A+B+C
AVERAGE POINT RATING	(A+B+C)/10
OVERALL RATING (circle one)	ScoreOverall Rating 1.00 - 1.80 Does not meet performance expectations 1.81 - 2.49 Meets performance expectations 2.70 - 3.00 Exceeds performance expectations

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Employee’s Signature:	Date:
Manager’s Signature:Date:	Date:
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