HL7 Interface Specialist for EMR Integrations

Cadwell; Kennewick (WA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Cadwell is seeking an HL7 Analyst to design, develop, implement, test, and support HL7 interfaces across Cadwell’s product and service ecosystem. You will serve as the main technical resource for customer-facing HL7 integrations with EMR/EHR systems, ensuring compliant, high-quality data exchange and timely project delivery.

Responsibilities include end-to-end testing, documentation, and post-go-live support, collaborating with customers and internal teams, and maintaining HL7 knowledge to meet

Qualifications

• Exemplary listening and collaboration skills, with an established ability to work cross-functionally across clinical, technical, and project teams.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to translate complex technical interface concepts for non-technical clinical and administrative audiences.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on data integrity, customer satisfaction, and operational efficiency.
• In-depth understanding of HL7 message structures, segments, data types, and encoding rules.
• Experience with interface engine platforms (e.g., Mirth Connect, Rhapsody, Cloverleaf, Ensemble/HealthShare, or similar).
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple interface projects simultaneously and deliver against defined timelines.
• Ability to work effectively in a remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, test, and deploy HL7 interfaces to support integrations between all Cadwell modalities and customer EMR/EHR.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for HL7 integration projects, working hand-in-hand with all key stakeholders.
• Collaborate with customers and internal stakeholders during pre-implementation discovery to document interface requirements, message specifications, and data mapping needs in a formal Interface Specification document.
• Develop and maintain detailed project documentation, including interface design documents, test plans, validation reports, and go-live checklists, in accordance with team standards.
• Perform end-to-end interface testing, including unit, integration, and user acceptance testing, and ensure all interfaces are validated prior to go-live.
• Provide post-go-live support for HL7 interface issues, performing root-cause analysis and implementing corrective and preventive actions to ensure ongoing reliability.
• Work within the Technical Project Management Team to execute integration plans for each assigned deployment.
• Document all agreed upon integration deliverables and timelines in a detailed Scope of Work prior to implementation.
• Configure and customize HL7 message structures (i.e. ORM/ORU) to meet customer workflow requirements.
• Act as the main technical liaison for interface-related escalations and coordinate with internal resources as needed.
• Maintain interface monitoring and ensure timely resolution of message failures or transmission errors during go-live phase.
• Escalate unresolved integration issues to the direct manager in a timely manner.
• Assist with the specification of HL7 and interoperability requirements for new product designs and product enhancements.
• Gain understanding of Cadwell reports for editing purposes and to substitute the need for internal clinical resources.
• Install and configure test servers and clients within customer environments as needed.
• Use team KPIs to continuously evaluate personal performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Recommend updates to integration procedures and interface build standards to preclude recurring issues and improve team efficiency.
• Participate in all scheduled internal and customer-facing calls, collaborating with colleagues to maximize team efficiency.
• Maintain current knowledge of HL7 standards and industry interoperability frameworks throughout employment.
• Other duties as directed, assigned, requested, or required.

Skills

Listening skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

HL7 knowledge

Interface engines

Project management

Remote work ability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Health Informatics

HL7 certification (preferred)

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Information Technology

Tools

Mirth Connect

Rhapsody

Cloverleaf

Ensemble/HealthShare

Job description

Cadwell is seeking an HL7 Analyst to design, develop, implement, test, and support HL7 interfaces across Cadwell’s product and service ecosystem. You will serve as the main technical resource for customer-facing HL7 integrations with EMR/EHR systems, ensuring compliant, high-quality data exchange and timely project delivery.

Responsibilities include end-to-end testing, documentation, and post-go-live support, collaborating with customers and internal teams, and maintaining HL7 knowledge to meet