Hospital Information Systems Developer (ISS4) Oregon State Hospital

Oregon Inc; Salem (OR); Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent medical, vision, and dental

Life insurance options

Paid holidays

PERS/OPSRP

Training opportunities

Job summary

Oregon State Hospital is seeking an IS Developer to maintain and modernize its information systems using M365 Power Platform, migrating legacy MS Access apps, and supporting critical clinical and business operations in a hybrid setting in Salem, Oregon.

The role emphasizes planning, development, and maintenance of applications and data solutions, with emphasis on security, data design, and software development lifecycle knowledge.

Qualifications

• 3 years information systems experience with MS suite (Access, SQL), requirements gathering, debugging, re-engineering, and system migration.
• An Associate's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or completion of a 2-year accredited IT/Vocational program with at least 1 year MS Office/Access experience.
• Knowledge of HIPAA, CMS, and Joint Commission regulations; ability to translate business needs into reliable technology solutions.

Responsibilities

• Support and modernize MS Access-based systems and new enterprise solutions using Power Platform, SQL Server, and Data Warehouse technologies.
• Perform bug fixes, enhancements, and user training; provide technical documentation.
• Collaborate with clinical, admin, and operations teams to ensure system integrations and secure data handling.
• Translate business requirements into maintainable technology solutions; contribute to lifecycle management.

Skills

MS Access

SQL

Power Platform

SharePoint

HIPAA compliance

Education

Associate's degree / vocational training in IT

Tools

Power Apps

Power Automate

SharePoint Lists

Office 365

Job description

Hospital Information Systems Developer (ISS4) - Oregon State Hospital

Location: Salem, Oregon. Position Type: Employee. Contract: full-time permanent. Work arrangement: hybrid. Union representation: SEIU. Salary: $5,178 - $7,831.

What You Will Do

The primary purpose of this position is to maintain and modernize systems and technology by using M365 Power Platform tools to customize applications, automate workflows, analyze and develop data, and support information systems that enable critical clinical and business operations at the Oregon State Hospital. The role ensures that legacy applications in MS Access are transitioned to secure, scalable, and sustainable technologies that meet the ongoing operational needs of a modern inpatient psychiatric hospital. This position leads the planning, development, enhancement, and maintenance of applications and data solutions used across the hospital.

Responsibilities

• support and modernize existing MS Access-based systems;
• implement new solutions using enterprise platforms such as Power Platform, SQL Server, Data Warehouse technologies, and other OHA approved tools;
• perform bug fixes and enhancements;
• deliver customer support, training, and technical documentation;
• partner closely with business and technical teams within the hospital and OHA to evaluate requirements, design improvements, troubleshoot issues, and ensure successful system integrations;
• support systems ranging from small departmental applications to large-scale mission critical solutions that directly impact patient safety, care coordination, and hospital operations;
• translate business needs into reliable technology solutions;
• proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, Access, SharePoint, Power Apps, and working knowledge of modern application development practices, data design standards, and the software development lifecycle.

What We Are Looking For

Minimum Qualifications

• Three (3) years of information systems experience in: MS suite of tools, inclusive of Access, SQL, technical requirements gathering, debugging, re-engineering, and system migration OR An Associate's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, OR completion of a two (2) year accredited vocational training program in information technology or related field; AND one (1) year of information systems experience in: MS suite of tools, inclusive of MS Access.

Desired Attributes

The following are skills and lived experiences that we have identified as key to success in this role at OHA. These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you possess any of these, please let us know in your application.

Technical Proficiency

• Microsoft Power Apps, Power Automate, SharePoint Lists, MS Access SQL for data extraction, transformation, and reporting;
• Ability to identify and resolve application bugs to maintain operational reliability;
• System Administration – experience managing user and role permissions in complex systems;
• Functional understanding of data privacy and security principles, including HIPAA, CMS, and Joint Commission regulations;
• Workflow, Tool Development – ability to analyze operational workflows, and translate them into standardized tools;
• Strong documentation skills in user guides, help pages, and process maps;
• Experience with all phases of the software development lifecycle, including planning, requirements analysis, design, implementation, and deployment.

Collaboration & Experience

• Ability to work with diverse teams across variable subject matters (clinical, admin, ops);
• Strong ability to translate technical topics into accessible language;
• Experience supporting healthcare, public sector or hospital information systems.

Special Requirements

• Criminal and driving records check, along with a drug screen that meets OHA/OSH criteria at the time of hire, and throughout employment.
• All positions in OHA require a Criminal Background Check and an Abuse/Neglect Check.

Benefits of Joining Our Team

• Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out-of-pocket cost.
• Optional life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
• Employee benefits include 11 paid holidays, 3 personal business days, 8 hours of monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month.
• Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
• Training opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.

Additional Details

The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire. Visit the Department of Administrative Services Equal Pay Analysis Webpage for more information. The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%. Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification. Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. OHA will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.

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Equity & Inclusion Statement

The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer, committed to fair employment practices and pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate based on any protected class—including race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, or sexual orientation and we do not screen applicants based on current or past compensation. Salary is determined through a fair review of your education, experience, and training as it relates to the position. OHA is an anti-racist organization working to eliminate health inequities and dismantle structural barriers that impact underserved communities. Join us in advancing our Strategic Plan and building a more equitable Oregon.

About Oregon State Government

Oregon state government is a large organization by nearly any standard. With over 40,000 employees working all over the state, in small communities and large, we are proving that government can be innovative. We work as a team, challenging ourselves to be better, faster and more efficient with taxpayer dollars. After all, when every day we are responsible for caring for the needs of a diverse population and thriving business community, we simply must have the best and brightest workforce. If you take responsibility for your actions, are passionate about helping others succeed, and have a reputation for excellence and honesty, why not make Oregon state government your next career move? Joining our team means you open the door to many possibilities. From entry level to executive, outdoor work to policy setting, we have a role for nearly every calling, expertise and background. If you’re looking at us from across the country (or beyond!), know that Oregon is one of the most beautiful places on earth. Made up of seven diverse regions, Oregon has the ocean, mountains, valleys, high desert, cities, small towns, and almost everything in between. Oregon "flies with her own wings".