NIMA HASHEMIAN
*** – ** Esther Shiner Blvd Phone: 416-***-****
North York, ON – M2K 0C4 Email: *********.****@*****.***
SOFTWARE DEVELOPER
A top-performing Software Developer credited with combining technical, project management, and strategic planning expertise to deliver high-end software systems to augment business performance. Skilled in system analysis and providing recommendations to enhance critical business functions. Highly accomplished in problem solving and providing results in highly pressurized environments.
Areas of Expertise
Software Development
Clinical Data Modelling and Clinical Guideline Computerization
BPMN Modelling and Execution
Semantic Interoperability and Ontology Mapping
Project Management
High level of knowledge in the use of data management applications
Strategic Planning/Analysis
End-User Training
Computer System Configuration
Technical Documentation
Network Management
Content Management Systems
Professional Experience
Software Developer 2012–Present
Bayer / Dalhousie, Halifax, NS
IMPACT-AF (Integrated Management Program Advancing Community Treatment of Atrial Fibrillation)
Directed and designed the implementation of an intervention tool for hospitals in Nova Scotia that computerizes clinical guidelines for Atrial Fibrillation (AF) management and provides patient-specific, evidence based recommendations and point-of-care decision support.
Responsible for continuous development of the web application via usage of Java, Vaadin framework and RESTful Web Services using Jersey API.
Designed and developed the database schemas through expert leveraging of MySQL.
Used OpenAM and RESTful API to implement authentication process and authorization policies.
Developed, deployed, and currently maintain a project repository.
Designed and oversee a proprietary content management system.
Author and distribute system reports and guidelines.
Participated in implementing a Rule-based Clinical Decision Support System using OWL and SWRL reasoner.
NOAC (Novel Oral Anticoagulant Therapy)
A Computerized Special Authorization Decision Support System for Novel Oral Anticoagulant Therapy.
Designed and implemented a web-based Provincial NOAC Authorization system, via usage of Java, PDFBox library and RESTful Web Services.
Designed and Implemented database.
Implemented and deployed E-prescribing component that enables physicians to create, sign and transmit prescriptions electronically.
Laboratory Utilization System
Responsible for continuous development of a lab utilization system that can be used to optimize operations, drive cost savings and improve productivity.
Analyzing and processing lab data and providing insights and suggestions to primary physicians.
Providing an extensive dashboard for physicians and lab administrators by visualizing lab data via usage of Java and Vaadin Charts.
Database Analyst 2012
Chalice Canada, Lower Sackville, NS
Identified root causes of database issues and performed ad hoc queries to support business needs and requirements.
Developed new reports and database queries.
Authored and distributed technical and training documentation for end users.
Served as a key contributor in the development and launch of new products.
Conducted orientation and system training sessions for internal stakeholders.
Participated in the development of standards, guidelines, procedures, and methodology related to system development.
Education & Certification
Master of Computer Science 2010–2012
Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS (GPA: 4.1/4.4)
Thesis: Modelling and Executing Clinical Pathways as Business Process Models using BPMN
Master of Science, Information Systems 2006–2007
Eastern Mediterranean University, Famagusta, Cyprus
Thesis: Linear Programming and Graph Theory (GPA: 3.8/4)
Bachelor of Science, Information Technology 2002–2006
Eastern Mediterranean University, Famagusta, Cyprus (GPA: 3.9/4)
ITIL V3 Foundation Certification 2009
Technical Skills
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Programming Languages & Frameworks
Java, JavaScript, JBoss, C++, C#, .Net, Perl, PHP, XML, CSS, HTML, XML, Shell Scripts, Vaadin, JSF, PrimeFaces
RESTful Web Services, SOAP, Subversion, GIT
OWL, SWRL, RDF, FHIR
Databases
MYSQL, Microsoft SQL Server, Ontology, Microsoft Access
Workflow Languages
Petri net, UML, BPMN, IBM Business Process Manager
Applications
Microsoft Exchange Server 2007, Active Directory, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Visio, Visual Studio, NetBeans, Eclipse, Protégé, iMIS, Crystal Reports
CMS
Joomla, Word Press, Drupal
OS
Linux, Ubuntu, Mac OS X, Windows
Publications
“H-DRIVE: A Big Health Data Analytics Platform for Evidence-Informed Decision Making”
2015 IEEE International Congress on Big Data
“Modeling Clinical Workflows Using Business Process Modeling Notation”
25th IEEE International Symposium on Computer-Based Medical Systems
“Modeling and Executing Clinical Pathways Using BPMN”
Advances in Health Informatics Conference
Winner of Best Paper Award