Laboratory Computer Specialist

Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC); Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

401(a) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Eleven Paid Holidays

Education Assistance

Job summary

Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC) seeks a Laboratory Computer Systems Administrator to provide ongoing technical support for Laboratory Information System software at ANMC. You will maintain applications, ensure data integrity, and support training across the laboratory team.

Responsibilities include reviewing records, optimizing interfaces, coordinating software updates, and ensuring compliance with CPT-4, ICD-10-CM and HCPCS standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Biological, Medical or Chemical Science.
• Two years of hospital laboratory computer experience.
• Must be certified as Medical Lab Technician or Medical Technologist (ASCP or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Maintain Laboratory Information System software applications.
• Review lab records, tests, quality control and charge codes for accuracy.
• Coordinate site parameter customization and software integration with other packages.
• Ensure compliance with CPT-4, ICD-10-CM, HCPCS coding and regulatory standards.
• Provide training on current software applications and new features.

Skills

Lab knowledge

LIS/EHR

Data analysis

User training

Policy writing

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Biological/Medical/Chemical Science

Job description

The Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium is a non-profit Tribal health organization designed to meet the unique health needs of Alaska Native and American Indian people living in Alaska. In partnership with the more than 171,000 Alaska Native and American Indian people that we serve and the Tribal health organizations of the Alaska Tribal Health System, ANTHC provides world‑class health services, which include comprehensive medical services at the Alaska Native Medical Center, wellness programs, disease research and prevention, rural provider training and rural water and sanitation systems construction.

ANTHC is the largest, most comprehensive Tribal health organization in the United States, and Alaska’s second‑largest health employer with more than 3,100 employees offering an array of health services to people around the nation’s largest state.

Our vision: Alaska Native people are the healthiest people in the world.

Benefits Package

• Medical Insurance provided through the Federal Employee Health Benefits Program as a Tribal Employee, with over 20 plans and tiers.
• Cost-Share Dental and Vision Insurances
• Discounted Pet Insurance
• Retirement Contributions with Pre‑Tax or Roth options into a 403(b).
• 401(a) ANTHC Retirement Plan: After one year of employment, ANTHC will begin making matching contributions of up to 5% of your eligible pay, based on your own contributions. In addition, you may be eligible for an annual discretionary contribution of up to 3% from the employer.
• Paid Time Off starts immediately, earning up to 6 hours per pay period, with paid time off accruals increasing based on years of service.
• Eleven Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave or miscarriage/stillbirth eligibility after six months of employment
• Basic Short/Long Term Disability premiums, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance, and Basic Life Insurance are covered 100% by ANTHC, with additional options for Short-Term Disability Buy-Up Coverage and Voluntary Life for yourself and your family members.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Healthcare and Dependent Care.
• Ancillary Cash Benefits for accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness.
• On‑Site Child Care Facility with expert-designed classrooms for early child development and preschool.
• Employee Assistance Program with support for grief, financial counseling, mental/emotional health, and discounted legal advice.
• Tuition Discounts for you and your eligible dependents at Alaska Pacific University.
• On‑Site Training Courses and Professional Development Opportunities.
• License and certification reimbursements and occupational insurance for medical staff.
• Emergency Travel Assistance
• Education Assistance or Education leave eligibility
• Discount program for travel, gym memberships, amusement parks, and more.

Visit us online at www.anthc.org or contact Recruitment directly at [e-mail].

Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium has a hiring preference for qualified Alaska Native and American Indian applicants pursuant to P.L. 93-638 Indian Self Determination Act.

Summary

Under general supervision by the Laboratory Computer Systems Administrator, provides ongoing technical support of Laboratory Information System software applications in ANMC; provides software maintenance and training services.

Responsibilities

Assists with maintaining the Laboratory Information System. Reviews and evaluates lab records, test reports, quality control reports and charge codes; assures accuracy of system. Evaluates data validity in relation to the test system and assay procedures; correlates test data and modifies logic schemes to correct parameters as necessary. Monitors test instrument interfaces and assures accurate data transmission.

Assists with the managing the customization of the site parameters, and addresses integration issues with other software packages. Reviews and analyzes reference ranges, site parameters and local tables for accuracy and completeness. Coordinates implementation of new software products. Evaluates processes related to information flow; serves as liaison between service lines managing these processes.

Analyzes and tests software functionality; identifies and resolves problems within scope of authority. Coordinates resolution of software effectiveness issues with system programmers. Checks applications for operating efficiency and system interfaces; identifies patterns in the problems reported and recommends programming, process and training improvements. Helps to assure system reliability.

Evaluates and updates the descriptive codes from the listings of American Medical Association Current Procedural Terminology (CPT-4) Coding system; International Classification of Diseases, Ninth Revision, Clinical Modification (ICD-10-CM); and Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS). Abstracts and organizes computer records for research, resource allocation and data analysis. Participates in coordination meetings to resolve laboratory records and billing charge code issues.

Under the Laboratory Computer Systems Administrator, manages special projects as required. Compiles and analyzes data. Prepares and distributes a variety of files, records, reports, and other documents. Reviews and analyzes records to assure compliance with The Joint Commission and CAP regulations and guidelines. Assists with preparations for inspections from regulatory and accrediting agencies. Provides training on current software applications and new features. Maintains the confidentiality of patient records and procedures.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Other Information

KNOWLEDGE and SKILLS

• Knowledge of laboratory and diagnostic procedures.
• Knowledge of CPT-4, ICD-10-CM, and HCPCS nomenclature, coding rules and guidelines.
• Knowledge of The Joint Commission/CAP Standards affecting medical records and accreditation.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of medical file and records management.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology and concepts of disease.
• Knowledge of patient care activities, the hospital environment and how the services and functions interact.
• Knowledge of LIS and EHR systems and how the systems interact
• Knowledge of software applications unique to ANMC.
• Skill in understanding medical laboratory procedures, protocols and test data.
• Skill in reading medical test reports, and finding and resolving discrepancies.
• Skill in analyzing complex data and information systems problems, evaluating alternatives, and making logical recommendations based on findings.
• Skill in training users in specialized software applications.
• Skill in writing policies and procedures
• Skill in establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with other ANMC employees.
• Skill in operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of software applications.

MINIMUM EDUCATION QUALIFICATION

A Bachelor’s Degree in Biological, Medical or Chemical Science. Progressively responsible professional work-related experience, education, or training may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for college education.

Minimum Experience Qualification

Non‑supervisory - Two (2) years of hospital laboratory computer experience. An equivalent combination of relevant education and/or training may be substituted for experience.

MINIMUM CERTIFICATION QUALIFICATION

Must be certified as a Medical Lab Technician or Medical Technologist through ASCP or an equivalent national certification agency.

Additional Requirements

May be required to work outside the traditional work schedule. May be called out to work off‑shift in emergency situations. According to the needs of the organization, some incumbents in this job class may be required to obtain specific technical certifications.