Summary
NextGen EHR Subject Matter Expert. Manage and lead teams through entire product life-cycle. Proven team leadership and project management, managing multiple projects through SDLC and maintaining strict deadlines. Broad background enabling an expeditious grasp of requirements and impact assessments for solution alternatives. Well versed in training, documentation, issue resolution, and reporting.
Skills Overview
Tools:
Nextgen EHR, SQL, SSRS, SQL Profiler, Crystal Reports, XML, HL7, VB, Excel, Access
Processes:
ETL, Scrum, Robert's Rules
Soft Skills:
Written and verbal communication, presentation and public speaking, user and technical documentation, mentoring, project management, team building, gap analysis
Professional Experience
Reports Developer
Virtua Health, Marlton, NJ (Contract) May 2016 – Present
Develop Meaningful Use and ACO reports via SQL and SSRS. Assist design and development of new reporting database.
Created database and ETL processes for EHR-independent reporting
EHR/SQL Developer
Covenant Health, Knoxville, TN (Remote, Contract) May 2015 – May 2016
Development of workflow solutions for Nextgen EHR via templates, documents and SQL. Maintain version tracking library. Create development documentation for use with upgrade gap analysis. Perform updates into Production environments.
developed and released over 50 customizations
Full SDLC on two large-scale systems for use with LDCT and Wound Care visits
Project Manager
Quirk Healthcare, Savannah, GA (Remote, Contract) August 2014 – April 2015
Simultaneous project management for multiple clients on implementations, development, upgrades and training. Development in Nextgen EHR, Crystal Reports, and SQL. Gap analysis and lifespan review of prior customizations.
Successfully guided practices through Meaningful Use reporting and attestation
Assisted development team on HL7 lab customizations, resulting in fast and efficient workflow
EHR & SQL Specialist
EHRIADS, LLC, Fredericksburg, VA (Remote, Contract) March 2014 – Present
Project management for local Nextgen EHR clients.
Full SDLC of software system for use by a Pain Management group
Provide guidance on requirements and documentation for Security Risk Assessments
Provided gap analysis consulting on a highly customized system, resulting in a successful KBM upgrade
Ambulatory Systems Manager
Calvert Memorial Hospital, Prince Frederick, MD April 2011 – July 2014
Lead team in implementation and management of medical record system. EHR customization of templates, documents and reports. Chair presentations to directors. Plan and perform gap analysis to meet regulations. Negotiate participation agreements with administrators.
Doubled the size of team in two years to provide specialization and efficient support
directed implementation at five specialty practices; personally at two of these
Guided organization to EHNAC accreditation
Nextgen Trainer / IT Specialist
Virtua Health, Marlton, NJ (Contract) January 2011 – April 2011
In-depth training of doctors and staff on Nextgen EHR. Custom SQL development. On-site go-live support.
Developed automated SQL processes for new user setup
Individualized training sessions for high-risk users
Co-Founder & EHR Developer
EMRISS, LLC, Fredericksburg, VA (Contract) November 2007 – December 2012
Provide software development, training and support to local healthcare clients.
Software and SQL customizations for enhanced workflow for OB/GYN clinic
Created and maintained a community CMS web site for locating doctors and specialists
EHR Specialist & Developer
Pratt Medical Center, Fredericksburg, VA June 2005 – January 2011
Full EHR product lifespan: guidance through implementation, customization, training and support. Gap analysis, redevelopment and upgrades. Reporting and analysis. Provide recommendations to directors.
Designed and implemented templates, reports, and SQL resulting in highly efficient EHR
Successfully lead implementation of HL7 lab interfaces
Maintained and enhanced corporate internet/Intranet sites
Project Manager / Developer
Ciscon, Tulsa, OK (Remote) April 2004 – June 2005
Manage all aspects of EHR software implementation, providing detailed project plans, best practice recommendations, training, and customizations to meet the needs of each client.
successfully implemented and released multiple ehr systems simultaneously
SDLC on EHR development for large practice of allergists, resulting in faster workflow
EHR Software Engineer
Unity Health, Rochester, NY January 2003 – April 2004
SDLC of medical records system. Provide on-site support during go-live events.
Fully developed corporate-wide EHR system, in continual use for 6 years
Created extensive technical documentation and data dictionaries for use in training new IT, doctors and staff
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Additional experience (1989 – 2002) in software and SQL development roles
for various software and tech companies in the Ithaca, Syracuse, and Rochester NY areas.
Details available upon request.
Education, Coursework & Certifications
PHP 5: Installation, Configuration and Development - Basics & Advanced
MySQL 5: Installation and Configuration
CMS Design via PHP and MySQL
Joomla 3.0 Advanced
Javascript - Essentials & Advanced
Android Development - Basics
NextGen EHR Certified Professional – 2006
AAS in Computer Science, Tompkins Cortland College, Dryden, NY – 1988