Digital Health Solutions Architect

Job Description: Digital Health Solutions Architect

We are seeking an experienced Digital Health Solutions Architect to lead the design and implementation of innovative healthcare technology solutions. This role will focus on leveraging Epic and other EHR systems, with a strong emphasis on interoperability, data management, and advanced analytics to drive improved patient outcomes and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

1. Design and architect scalable, secure, and patient-centric digital health solutions, ensuring seamless integration with Epic EHR systems and other healthcare technologies.
2. Lead the development of interoperability strategies, utilizing standards such as HL7, FHIR, and IHE profiles to enable efficient data exchange between systems.
3. Oversee the implementation of population health analytics platforms to improve patient outcomes and support value-based care initiatives.
4. Architect cloud-based solutions, particularly on Azure, to support digital health initiatives and ensure scalability and security.
5. Collaborate with clinical, product management, and technology teams to align digital initiatives with patient and business needs.
6. Evaluate and integrate Medical IoT devices and remote patient monitoring technologies into the overall digital health ecosystem.
7. Ensure all solutions comply with healthcare regulations (e.g., HIPAA) and maintain robust information security practices.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Health Informatics, or related field.
2. 12+ years of experience in healthcare IT, with a focus on digital health solutions.
3. Extensive knowledge of Epic EHR systems, including modules, workflows, and interoperability capabilities.
4. Strong understanding of healthcare data standards and interoperability protocols - HL7, FHIR, XDS.b, C-CDA, Health information exchanges (HIEs), Qualified health information networks (QHINS).
5. Experience with population health analytics and data-driven care management strategies.
6. Proficiency in Azure cloud architecture and services.
7. Familiarity with Medical IoT devices and their integration into healthcare systems.
8. Knowledge of healthcare information security best practices and regulatory requirements.

Preferred Skills

1. Familiarity with AI and machine learning applications in healthcare.
2. Certifications such as Azure Solutions Architect, TOGAF, or Epic certifications.
3. Understanding of value-based care models and their technological requirements.

The ideal candidate will be a visionary thinker with a passion for leveraging technology to transform healthcare delivery. They should have excellent communication skills to collaborate with diverse stakeholders and the ability to translate complex technical concepts into actionable solutions for healthcare providers.