Overview

Artemis ARC is on the lookout for a talented Clinical Informaticist II to join our forward-thinking team. This critical role directly supports the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Office of Clinical Informatics (OCI) through the Operational Informatics Pipeline (OIP) contract. This is a unique opportunity for a fully remote professional, wherever you are in the world, to make a significant difference. You will be instrumental in enhancing the electronic health record experience for both clinicians and Veterans alike, working hands-on with systems like VistA/CPRS and the Federal Electronic Health Record. Your contributions will span several key areas including standardizing clinical content and workflows, developing robust clinical decision support, managing EHR related issues, and bolstering informatics patient safety within a dynamic Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) environment.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Needs Assessment: Diligently assess the specific information and knowledge requirements of clinicians and Veterans. Translate these needs into clear, actionable requirements for both VistA/CPRS and the evolving Federal Electronic Health Record.
Process Evaluation and Refinement: Proactively evaluate and refine existing clinical processes, decision support tools, and content within the VistA/CPRS and Federal EHR systems to ensure they effectively meet identified user needs.
Workflow Standardization: Champion the standardization of clinical content and workflows, aiming for consistency and efficiency across various healthcare settings.
Decision Support Enhancement: Contribute to the development and optimization of clinical decision support systems, empowering clinicians with timely and accurate information.
EHR Issue Management: Engage in the management of electronic health record related issues, working towards swift and effective resolutions that enhance user experience and patient safety.
Informatics Patient Safety: Actively participate in initiatives focused on improving patient safety through informatics, identifying potential risks and implementing preventative measures.
Agile Collaboration: Collaborate closely within Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) Agile Release Trains, partnering with fellow clinical informaticists, Tier 1 subject matter experts (SMEs), and VA Business Owners.

Requirements

Proven experience as a Clinical Informaticist, ideally with at least 2-4 years in a similar capacity.
Strong understanding of electronic health record (EHR) systems, particularly VistA/CPRS and the Federal Electronic Health Record.
Clinical background (e.g., Registered Nurse, Physician Assistant, Pharmacist, Medical Doctor) combined with significant informatics experience.
Demonstrated ability to assess clinical needs and translate them into technical and process requirements.
Familiarity with clinical workflow analysis, design, and optimization.
Experience working within an Agile framework; SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) experience is highly desirable.
Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, both written and verbal.
A commitment to improving patient safety and healthcare quality through informatics.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fully remote team environment across different time zones.

What You'll Gain

Meaningful Impact: Directly contribute to enhancing healthcare for Veterans nationwide, playing a vital role in critical national health initiatives.
Remote Flexibility: Enjoy the freedom and convenience of a fully remote position, allowing you to work from anywhere in the world.
Professional Growth: Expand your expertise in cutting-edge clinical informatics within an Agile framework, constantly learning and developing new skills.
Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a diverse and passionate team of experts, including clinical informaticists and VA business owners, fostering a rich environment for knowledge sharing.
Innovative Work: Engage with complex challenges in EHR optimization, clinical decision support, and patient safety, pushing the boundaries of healthcare technology.