Summary
This position is the Chief, Health System Informatics Officer (CHIO) at the Kansas City VA Medical Center. The Health Informatics Program has 3 sections: Clinical Applications, Data Analytics and Change Management. The change management section provides consultative collaboration with implementation of disruptive programs and processes regarding technology, clinical applications and informatics.
Duties
VA Careers - Pharmacy: https://youtube.com/embed/Fn_ickNBEws Primary Functions are but limited to: Primary Functions 1. PATIENT CARE Play a key role in using the capability of the VA clinical information systems to assist practitioners in doing the right things for the right patients at the right time (Decision Support). Ensure adequate support to measurably improve the quality of data and the transfer of clinical information between providers. Ensure valid information is available to providers and administrators of healthcare. 2. TECHNOLOGY AND INFORMATICS Evaluate clinical computing systems; analyze and evaluate the effect of interventions on health outcomes using existing and future data analytic platforms. Expand and enhance access to aggregate and detailed health information through various initiatives, and enhance the effective and efficient use of medical information systems for patient care, quality improvement & research projects. Contribute to the planning and execution of computer hardware/software development to meet patient care needs, and ensure optimal computer use. The incumbent participates in a network of subject matter experts in the facility, VISN, VHA program offices, and Central Office. 3. COLLABORATION Coordinate information management support for clinical activities within the facility and the VISN by participating collaboratively with staff to design, implement, and evaluate the clinical information systems configuration, and the capabilities that will be used. Works closely with the Department of Veterans Affairs' Office of Information and Technology (OI&T), VISN Strategic Planner, VISN Biomedical Engineering, Medical, Nursing, Pharmacy, and other clinical staff to assure state of art IT is integrated into each construction projects. Work collaboratively with VA Central Office and staff from other Networks nationwide to develop and implement informatics-related policies, both local and national. Participate as a liaison between facilities and committees, teams and ad hoc external working groups. 4. POLICY DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION Ensure that all local informatics policies are implemented properly and in a timely manner. Develop, integrate, and coordinate operation of these programs and responsibilities facility-wide. 5. CLINICAL APPLICATIONS Oversee the functions of the Computerized Patient Record System (CPRS), VHA's electronic medical record along with several ancillary systems. Oversee the Kansas City VA Medical Center implementation of eHRM. Function at an advanced level of informatics practice encompassing the full range of activities that focus on the methods and technologies of information handling in the delivery of patient care. Evaluate and make recommendations on planned or proposed clinical software applications and administrative policies. 6. EDUCATION Maintain high end working knowledge of CPRS and the ability to understand a wide range of clinical needs (i.e.: radiology, surgery, nursing, etc.). Coordinate institutional compliance with external accrediting organizations. Ensure employee education/awareness to optimize computer use, initially and on an on-going basis as it relates to informatics. 7. MANAGERIAL & SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES As Chief, Health Informatics Officer, the incumbent supervises all Clinical Application Coordinators (CACs) to accomplish the work of the various organizational units of Clinical Applications, MCA, and Medical Administration (Eligibility/FOIA). Exercise supervisory authorities and responsibilities involving work assignments and reviews, and approve or reject daily and long-range work requirements. Find and implement ways to eliminate or reduce significant bottlenecks and barriers to production and promote team building in order to improve business practices. Exercise supervisory authorities and responsibilities involving administrative and personnel management functions relative to the staff supervised. Supervise, plan, and direct overall personnel management activities. Review positions to determine the need and accuracy of position descriptions and recommends changes in position classification, subject to approval by higher level officials. Recommend awards or bonuses for personnel, approves annual and sick leave requests, and recommend personnel for retention, promotion, and/or disciplinary actions. Make or approve the selections of subordinate employees. 8. OTHER DUTIES RELATED TO THE POSITION National leadership in projects/teams/committees. Other duties that may emerge. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm CST Telework: ad hoc per agency policy Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 000000 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required
Requirements
You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Must pass pre-employment physical examination. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1 or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
Education
Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.
How you will be evaluated
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Your application, resume, C.V., and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment reference checks as an assessment method used in the hiring process to verify information provided by a candidate (e.g., on resume or during interview or hiring process); gain additional knowledge regarding a candidate's abilities; and assist a hiring manager with making a final selection for a position. It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment. Veterans and Transitioning Service Members: Please visit the VA for Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and coaching and reintegration support for military service members.