Role: Applications Manager

Contract to hire

Location: Dobbs Ferry NY 10522 4 days Onsite

EMR experience a must

Key points:

• Oversees the full systems project management life cycle for all application areas, including software selection, implementation, support and evaluation.
• Lead HIPAA compliance initiative for all clinical applications.
• Design, test, and implement interface programs, develop security procedures, and regulate usage.
• Performs planning, cost analysis, and all aspects of large-scale IT projects.
• Manages IT participation on project teams for applications acquisition and implementation.
• Manages Help Desk activity and reviews reports on call volume and issues for staff members and makes recommendations for user support.
• Oversees user documentation for all applications, ensuring that vendor documentation is current and that all users have adequate access to documentation.
• Manages the use of departmental applications ensuring that all software is operating with the most current release.
• Responsible for managing the installation and configuration of departmental applications including ongoing upgrades & "fixes".
• Maintains compliance with disaster recovery procedures.
• Maintains the Children's Village enterprise's application portfolio.
• Performs other functions as directed by the CIO.
• Work in conjunction with CIO to contribute to company short- and long-term technology strategies, objectives and budgetary requirements.
• Improves interdepartmental communication by flowcharting data flow.
• Eliminates redundancy by identifying reporting needs and implementing a standard reporting system.

Position Qualifications:

In order to maintain this position an incumbent most satisfy the following requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science (or related degree) and relevant years of experience in Information Technology Management.
• 5 10 years' experience with applications software, managing technical environments and experience in providing user training and support.
• 5 -10 years of supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of Clinical, Financial, ERP, and other systems desired. NetSmart - Myevolv and eCW Clinicals.
• Knowledge of system design, development, implementation, and user support principles and best practices.
• Experience with database management.
• Familiarity with Project management principles.
• Experience with Information system troubleshooting.
• Demonstrated skill in developing automated business systems.
• Ability to communicate technical information to a non-technical audience.
• Ability to provide thought leadership and influence. Able to lead in a team environment by persuading and proactively influencing strategic decision making and direction.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with all levels of computer users.
• Proven experience in planning, organizing, and completing projects.