HL7 Application Developer

Fund for Public Health in NYC; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Generous Paid Time Off

Medical, dental, and life insurance with low or no employee contribution

Retirement savings plan with employer contribution

Flexible spending medical and commuter benefits

Job summary

The Fund for Public Health in NYC seeks an Application Developer HL7 to support data exchange initiatives. This role involves full stack development to collaborate with healthcare partners, optimize data collection, and enhance reporting processes. Ideal candidates will possess strong technical skills in Dot.NET C#, SQL Server, and API integrations. This position offers a hybrid work environment and a comprehensive benefits package, emphasizing collaboration and innovation towards improving public health in New York City.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of experience with Dot.NET C# and Visual Studio.
• Experience with SQL Server, SSIS, and Stored Procedures.

Responsibilities

• Create data processes to map external received data to internal system.
• Implement a variety of data exchange solutions such as RESTful API or sFTP.
• Monitor data quality and work closely with program staff.

Skills

Full stack development

RESTful API

SQL Server

Dot.NET C#

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Visual Studio

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Application Developer HL7

Program/Department: Management Information Systems

Division: Family and Child Health

Bureau: School Health

Location: 28-11 Queens Plaza North, Long Island City, NY 11101

Reports To Title: Deputy Director of MIS

Direct Reports: None

Schedule & Hours: M-F, 9:30 am – 5:30 pm; 35 hours per week.

Workplace Flexibility Modality: Hybrid, 3 days in office Mon, Wed, Thurs, 2 days remote Tue and Fri

Work Environment: Office Environment

Grant End Date: 06.30.2027

Created Date: 03.27.2026

Salary: $80,000 - $123,000 annually

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

About

Who We Are

The Fund for Public Health in New York City (FPHNYC) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to the health and well-being of all New Yorkers. In partnership with the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH), FPHNYC incubates innovative public health initiatives implemented by DOHMH to advance community health throughout the city. It facilitates partnerships between government and the private sector to develop, test, and launch new initiatives, supporting rapid implementation to meet public health needs across New York City.

Our Culture

We embrace a culture of learning, collaboration, innovation, and well-being, where open communication drives our impact.

About The Role

The Bureau of School Health is seeking a full stack developer to develop and support data exchange initiatives with external clinical partners. The development will be from the ground up and the developer will be a member of the MIS team. This role involves collaborating with the project manager, peer developers, database administrator, and data analyst to develop data exchange solutions and will entail monitoring data collection, support program evaluation, and assisting with reporting.

About The Program

The Office of School Health MIS unit maintains student clinical records in an electronic health record system to support the work of 1,200 school nurses and Asthma case managers in caring for 1M New York Public School Students. As part of the support initiatives, DOHMH is partnering with the Department of Transportation as part of congestion planning, to improve outcomes of students having Asthma. A data exchange system with external clinical systems such as Health and Hospitals and Private NYC hospitals on student Asthma clinical data will improve student care.

Responsibilities

• Create data processes to map external received data to internal system.
• Create job schedules on bi-directional data exchanges.
• Work with multiple external data partners to implement shared or custom data exchange solutions.
• Create application view for nurse users to view received data.
• Implement a variety of data exchange solutions such as RESTful API or sFTP transfers.
• Monitor data quality and work closely with program staff to refine data collection.
• Contributes to the planning, development, and implementation of program evaluation and research activities.
• Assist in documenting the system specifications and topology with the project manager.
• Collaborate with project manager and Database administrator to data-architect systems.
• Collaborate with external technical units and troubleshoot technical solutions.
• Other duties as assigned to support the overall goals and mission of the department/organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Systems or a related field preferred.
• Experience with full stack development.
• Prefer 3+ years of experience with DOT.NET C# and Visual Studio.
• Prefer 3+ years of experience working with SQL Server, SSIS, Stored Procedures.
• Experience with RESTful API and web protocols.
• Strong preference for experience working with HL7, FHIR or data exchange protocols.
• Strong analytical skills and experience working with health-related data systems.
• Other data processing languages such as Python is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills on specifications, business rules and project related communication.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check

Benefits / Additional Information

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy
• Medical, dental, and life insurance with low or no employee contribution
• A retirement savings plan with generous employer contribution
• Flexible spending medical and commuter benefits plan
• Meaningful work at an organization striving to advance health equity and social justice

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

FPHNY is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

At-Will Employment Statement

Employment with FPHNY is at-will, meaning that either the employee or the company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice. This job description does not constitute a contract of employment.

Residency Requirement

You must live in the New York City Tri-state area (NY, NJ, CT) to be considered for a position at FPHNY.

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