HealthCare Integration Specialist

Position Overview:

Lead the technical integration of our AI solution with NHS systems and hospital IT infrastructure, ensuring seamless interoperability to enhance patient outcomes and service efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

Integration Design & Implementation:

• Design, develop, test, document and deploy integration solutions using HL7, DICOM, and FHIR standards
• Create and maintain inbound and outbound HL7 interfaces
• Develop APIs and RESTful services for broader interoperability with UK hospital electronic patient record systems
• Configure, script and troubleshoot integrations ensuring seamless system interoperation
• Implement NHS login and single sign-on capabilities
• Create secure data pipelines between AI solutions and hospital systems
• Design white-list filtering for interfaces and automate routine tasks through scripting

Technical Architecture & Documentation:

• Provide High-Level and Low-Level technical design for integration solutions
• Create solutions architecture and design documents
• Document Integration specifications and provide technical support during deployments
• Write and maintain technical procedures and documentation for application interfaces
• Follow SNOMED or NICIP exam code notations for data consistency across all integrations
• Present information flow and bi-directional, cross-platform communication requirements

Data Management & Standards:

• Enable data driven transformation for accurate, timely data sharing throughout the clinical ecosystem
• Perform XML/JSON message validation and data handling
• Develop scripts supporting data transformation to/from various messaging definitions
• Ensure expertise in HL7 message types (ORM, ADT, ORU, SIU)
• Modify configuration files supporting product changes
• Create reusable solutions applicable in different scenarios

Stakeholder Collaboration & Support:

• Collaborate with solutions architects, clinicians and operations teams
• Manage relationships with all stakeholders, ensuring clear communication of technical solutions
• Interface with Business Analysts during software build, configuration and testing
• Provide 3rd line support, breaking down complex problems into potential solutions
• Escalate top priority, production-critical issues to appropriate stakeholders
• Lead knowledge transfer sessions to improve overall team capabilities
• Assist in supporting transition windows before handover to support team

Technical Support & Troubleshooting:

• Provide support for HL7, DICOM and FHIR-based workflows
• Troubleshoot and resolve integration issues during implementation
• Document issues with resolutions and share with team members
• Apply effective software and data troubleshooting skills
• Take complete ownership for assigned tasks and timely inform project progress
• Offer suggestions for improving internal process efficiency

Requirements:

Essential Experience:

• 5+ years' experience in healthcare IT systems integration
• Demonstrated experience integrating with NHS Digital services
• Expert knowledge in HL7 based interfaces, XML and Data integration tools
• Strong knowledge of FHIR, HL7, SNOMED CT, and other healthcare data standards
• Experience with common UK EPR systems (e.g., Cerner, Epic, System C)
• Proficiency in API development, web services, and secure data transmission
• Experience with programming concepts to support custom implementations
• Experience with Mirth integration engine preferred, knowledge of others

Technical Skills:

• Strong analytical skills with ability to define problems effectively
• Skilled in developing scripts for data transformation
• Understanding of healthcare data security requirements and best practices
• XML/JSON message validation and data handling experience
• Effective software and data troubleshooting skills
• Customer focus with close alignment to business objectives

Key Competencies:

• Problem-solving ability with responsibility for full application development lifecycle
• Strong communication skills for complex integration discussions
• Ability to gather requirements through cross-platform communication with clinical and IT teams
• Complete ownership of assigned tasks and timely progress reporting
• Interface implementation and maintenance expertise with device manufacturers