Manager - Application Specialist - IAS Scotland Health Care

Overview

Job Summary

Performs applications systems analysis and programming activities, feasibility studies, time and cost estimates, and the establishment and implementation of new or revised applications systems and programs.

Essential Functions

• Focuses on packaged systems for solutions to business unit resolutions.
• Develops work plans accurately estimating tasks, setting budgets, completing through ETC's.
• Leads multiple projects in all aspects of information systems lifecycle (info planning, business requirements definition, implementation, productions support).
• Leads teams of 3 to 12 team members. Provides personnel management, evaluation and counseling of team members.
• Ensures all user requests are received in writing, properly evaluated and responded to in a timely manner.
• Manages review meetings with user committee(s) to assist in establishing project priorities.
• Guarantees efficient and effective completion of project assignments in accordance with standard procedures.
• Manages training when applicable.
• Conducts status meetings and reports on projects in a timely fashion.
• Serves as a vendor liaison and manages contracts.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to lift objects that weigh up to 35 lbs. Each employee has the responsibility to work in a safe manner. Environment is subject to high-level visibility through verbal and written communications with senior hospital management, associated project deadlines, personnel evaluation, and counseling. Must be available for on-call support on a regular basis. Due to project requirements, overtime will be required, as needed.

Education, Experience and Certifications

High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor's Degree in computer science, business administration or related field preferred. 2 years experience in healthcare industry preferred. Formal training in a variety of information systems technology is preferred including desktop applications (MS-Word, MS-Excel, MS PowerPoint, etc.), databases (MS-Access, Oracle, Sybase, etc.), software development packages (Visual Basic), programming languages (C++), SQR and Crystal, Unix AIX. Candidates with primarily an educational background should have information systems employment experience of 4 years with the information systems technology mentioned above is desirable. Must be a service-oriented, team player. Communicates proactively, cooperatively and constructively.