Lab Information Systems Administrator
Lab Information Systems Administrator
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Job Description
Job Summary
The Laboratory Information Systems Administrator functions as primary resource for LIS operations including implementation and maintenance of system software. The LIS Administrator works with thesoftware vendor to request of setup or system changes and troubleshooting. The LIS Administrator maintains secondary systems used for reference lab interfaces outreach clients and downstream system electronic medical records.
Job Responsibilities
Maintain the Laboratory chargemaster requesting addition or updating of pricing for billing codes perform manual billing/billing corrections as needed obtain updated diagnoses as needed for billing purposes.
Serve as the primary contact with organizational IT and between the LIS and secondary system vendors. Troubleshoot problems and initiate corrective actions when system problems are identified.
Assist in the maintenance of Current Procedural Terminology codes and pricing for established reference laboratory procedures.
Integrate new reference tests into the workflow including establishing Current Procedural Terminology codes and pricing of the new procedure.
Ensure all hardware communication and cabling issues are identified and resolved. Coordinate contact with laboratory instrument manufacturers to identify interface requirements and resolve production support issues. Coordinate documentation of all changes made to the system or programs and obtain written approval of the Medical Director where required by regulatory agencies
Laboratory Information System maintenance including interface utilities monitoring for reference lab results failed faxes from the Hospital Information System performs file building in the SoftBank system. Complete or assist in validation for requested changes and give approval for move to production.
Ensure regulatory agency requirements are incorporated in LIS/HIS systems.
Laboratory Information System maintenance including interface utilities monitoring for reference lab results failed faxes from the Hospital Information System performs file building in the SoftBank system.
Define and maintain security profiles for all Laboratory Information Systems users. Identify potential security concerns and convey security issues to appropriate personnel.
Conduct training with new and existing staff on system usage changes due to upgrades observed gaps in software application and usage and methods to create efficiencies in their work and documentation.
Actively participate in Laboratory Admin meetings discussing any issues areas for possible improvement etc.
Hire train and manage the performance of LIS support staff.
Other duties as assigned.
Education Requirements
- Minimum: Bachelors degree in medical technology or in chemical physical or biological science from an accredited institution.
- Preferred: Masters degree in clinical laboratory science or medical technology chemical physical or biological science.
Experience Requirements
- Minimum: One 1 year laboratory testing (general) experienceand two 2 years laboratory training or experience or both in high complexity testing.
- Preferred: One 1 or more years Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) experience.Four 4)years of laboratory training or experience or both in high complexity testing.
License/Certification Requirements
- Preferred: MT (ASCP) or equivalent
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
