Electronic Health Records Technician

**This is an in-person position** What is the purpose of this position? To provide expertise and direction in the ongoing development and implementation of Behavioral Electronic Health Records with a focus on clinical requirements by working closely with various clinical groups to assess their current processes and needs; maintain accuracy and consistency with Electronic Health Records; How-To documentation; and training of new personnel in the use of the EHR. Essential functions of position.  - Work in integrated manner with EHR Administrator, programming and support staff in maintaining and developing EHR. - Work with clinicians to assess clinical needs/requirements and develop EHR processes to meet needs/requirements. - Develop/recommend new reports/data systems - from inception to completion using SQL and SQL Server Reporting Services. - Recommend consolidation and improvement of existing EHR processes, forms and reports. - Data review and correction to help maintain consistent and accurate data in EHR database. - Liaison with clinicians and managers to improve current and create new reports, forms, structured notes, etc. - Testing of new developments; troubleshoot basic problems in the EHR. - Training of new clinicians in the use of EHR software. - Development of instructional material (How To documents) for clinicians - technical and clinical. - Development of new structured notes to further reduce use of forms and promote fully electronic health records. List required special skills, licenses, certificates, etc. - Must have ability and experience needed to install, maintain and troubleshoot EHR software. Must have a strong background working with computers and various computer programs. A working knowledge of T-SQL and the SQL Server software stack (SSMS, SSRS, form builder) preferred, Microsoft Office Professional (all programs) and web browsers a plus.    - Must be able to read and accurately interpret and implement documents such as technical manuals, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Must be able to apply common sense understanding to accurately carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.  Must have demonstrated experience to deal with problems involving several concrete variables and determining solutions for standardized situations.   - Must be able to speak effectively before groups of customers or Department staff. Must be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing.  Must be able to complete accurate reports and correspondence with short timelines.  Must have ability to effectively train other employees.    - Requires ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure and with short timelines. Must have ability to use initiative and judgment to carry out tasks and responsibilities with limited instruction and/or guidance.  Must have excellent time-management skills and be able to work independently with minimal supervision.  Must be able to maintain professional, positive interaction, tact, and judgment in dealing with Department and county staff and other professional contacts.   - Must be able to accept supervision and adhere to County and Department policies. Must comply with rules of conduct and confidentiality privacy laws.  Must be able to establish and maintain effective and harmonious working relationships with other employees, county staff, and outside entities.  Must maintain a positive attitude and represent the Department and the County in a positive manner in the community.  Regular and consistent attendance is required.