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- Role: Remote Health IT Specialist – United States – Drive Innovation in Patient Care
- Compensation: $25 - $45 / hr
- Location: Remote
- How to apply: Click the Apply Now button on this page to submit your resume.
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Join a forward‑thinking healthcare technology team that empowers clinicians with seamless, secure digital solutions. As a Remote Health IT Specialist you will shape the future of patient data management while enjoying the flexibility of a fully distributed workplace.
About the Role
We are looking for a passionate Health IT Specialist to design, implement, and optimize clinical information systems across our national network. This position sits at the intersection of clinical workflow, data integrity, and regulatory compliance, giving you the chance to make a measurable impact on patient outcomes every day.
Key Responsibilities
- Configure and maintain Electronic Health Record (EHR) platforms, ensuring interoperability with labs, imaging, and billing modules.
- Collaborate with clinicians, analysts, and vendors to translate clinical requirements into technical specifications.
- Lead data migration projects, validate data quality, and enforce HIPAA‑aligned security controls.
- Develop and deliver training programs for end‑users, promoting adoption and reducing support tickets.
- Monitor system performance, troubleshoot integration issues, and coordinate timely patches and upgrades.
- Participate in audit preparation, documentation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Health Informatics, Computer Science, Nursing Informatics, or a related field.
- 3+ years of hands‑on experience with major EHR systems (Epic, Cerner, MEDITECH, or Athenahealth).
- Proven track record of HL7/FHIR interface development and troubleshooting.
- Strong knowledge of HIPAA, HITECH, and ONC certification criteria.
- Proficiency in SQL, scripting (Python/PowerShell), and version‑control tools (Git).
- Excellent communication skills for remote collaboration across clinical and technical teams.
Preferred Qualifications
- Certified Professional in Healthcare Information and Management Systems (CPHIMS) or Epic/Cerner certifications.
- Experience with cloud‑based health platforms (AWS HealthLake, Azure API for FHIR).
- Background in clinical workflow redesign or quality improvement projects.
- Familiarity with population health analytics and reporting dashboards (Tableau, Power BI).
Salary Range
$85,000 – $115,000 USD per year, commensurate with experience, certifications, and geographic cost‑of‑living adjustments.
Benefits
- 100% remote work with a generous home‑office stipend.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage effective day one.
- 401(k) match up to 5% plus annual profit‑sharing contributions.
- Unlimited PTO, paid holidays, and a dedicated wellness allowance.
- Continuous learning budget for conferences, certifications, and online courses.
- Employee assistance program and mental‑health resources.
Company Culture
Our organization thrives on transparency, inclusivity, and a shared mission to improve healthcare delivery through technology. Team members collaborate via asynchronous channels, weekly virtual huddles, and quarterly in‑person summits that celebrate achievements and foster connection. We value diverse perspectives and empower every specialist to own their projects from concept to deployment.
How to Succeed in This Role
- Stay current with evolving interoperability standards and regulatory guidance.
- Proactively seek feedback from clinical users to refine system usability.
- Document solutions thoroughly to enable knowledge sharing across the distributed team.
- Balance technical depth with a patient‑centric mindset, ensuring every change enhances care quality.