Interface Analyst CII40

Bristol Hospital Group; Bristol (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Bristol Hospital is seeking an Interface Analyst to develop, test, and support HL7 interfaces across clinical and financial systems. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to implement interfaces that align with the hospital's mission and goals.

The role requires an information systems or computer science background, with experience in interface engines such as Summit and Meditech, and a focus on quality, documentation, and timely problem resolution.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 7 years healthcare interface experience.
• Bachelor's degree preferred for advanced roles.
• 2–3 years of on-the-job interface/programming experience in healthcare.
• Experience with HL7, XML, and various transaction formats.

Responsibilities

• Develops, tests, implements, enhances, and supports interfaces across clinical and financial domains.
• Acts as technical liaison between vendors, analysts, management, and end-users.
• Provides integration/interface recommendations for managers.
• Supports interface engine upgrades.
• Takes on-call duties to troubleshoot urgent issues.
• Collaborates with technical resources and clinical analysts to meet system needs.
• Writes design documentation and functional specifications.
• Documents interfaces, programs and reports.

Skills

Programming background

HL7

XML

Interface development

Education

Associate Degree in Information Systems or Computer Science

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Business, or related field preferred

Tools

Summit interface engine

Meditech

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: BHI Bristol Hospital Main Campus - Bristol, CT 06010, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: 2 Year Degree, Develops, builds, tests, implements, and supports interfaces using interface engine technology and interfaces inherent to the electronic healthcare information system. The Interface Analyst ensures the successful integration of the hospital's mission and vision into daily tasks through dedication to customer satisfaction, quality improvement, and collaborative working relationships, assuming all other duties and responsibilities as necessary. The interface analyst works collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team and vendors to implement and integrate HL7 interfaces across the organization in conjunction with organizational goals.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, financial well-being, and work-life balance of our employees and their families. Eligible team members have access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off (PTO) and paid leave, a 403(b) retirement savings plan with company matching, company-paid life insurance, and an array of additional perks including employee assistance and wellness programs. (Exact eligibility and coverage details vary by role and employment status.)

Essential job functions and responsibilities

• Develops, builds, tests, implements, enhances, and supports interfaces including a variety of clinical and financial patient information such as demographics, ADT, Orders, Results, Allergies, Assessments, Coding, Charges, etc.
• Acts as technical liaison between vendors, analysts, management, and end-users on integration projects.
• Provides integration/interface recommendations for managers, as needed.
• Provides support for interface engine upgrades.
• Serves in an on-call capacity to troubleshoot and mitigate urgent issues.
• Collaborates with technical resources as well as business/clinical analysts to meet healthcare systems needs, through the following activities:
• Maintains procedures for code reuse, documentation, and testing.
• Writes design documentation (when applicable), and functional requirements and specifications with guidance.
• Works collaboratively with others in meeting user expectations and team deadlines.
• Demonstrates problem-solving skills within the team environment and with end users.
• Writes easy-to-medium complex code.
• Participates in test case scenarios development, testing and LIVE support.
• With managerial oversight, leads small projects.
• Implements and supports file transfers using SFTP platforms as needed.
• Provides adequate and timely documentation for interfaces, programs and reports.
• Develops detailed interface system design plans for user/vendor approval.

Qualifications: Education/Minimum job requirements

• Associate Degree in Information Systems or Computer Science required, or a minimum of 7 years of experience in a similar healthcare role.
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Business, or related field preferred.
• Two to three years of on-the-job interface/programming experience in a multi-system healthcare environment preferred.
• Experience with Summit interface engine and Meditech preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Programming background, preferably with interface engines.
• Summit – work experience and/or certification.
• Working knowledge of different transaction formats such as HL7, fixed format, delimited, and XML.
• Core understanding of healthcare financial and clinical functionality and workflows.
• Individuals must possess initiative and the ability to function with minimal supervision.
• Strong analytic and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to multi-task effectively.

State/Federal Mandated Licensure of Certification Requirements: None

Bristol Hospital Mandated Educational Requirements: General orientation as required by the hospital.

Physical Requirements: Moderate walking, bending, stooping; physical and digital dexterity; occasional lifting of office supplies and materials. Extended sitting possible.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.