HL7 Integration Specialist

About UnitedHealth Group and Optum

Optum, a global leader in healthcare technology, aims to enhance health outcomes by connecting individuals with essential healthcare services, pharmacy benefits, data, and resources. The company fosters an inclusive and diverse culture, offering career growth and comprehensive benefits, with a commitment to advancing global health equity.

Operating as the fastest growing division within UnitedHealth Group, Optum is expanding its workforce in Ireland, encouraging professionals who seek meaningful impact and career development to join its team. For select candidates outside Ireland, visa sponsorship and relocation assistance are available.

Employees based in the Republic of Ireland may work in a flexible hybrid model, splitting time between the Letterkenny office and remote home-based work.

Role Overview

The HL7 Integration Specialist will act as a vital bridge between end-users and information technology teams by developing and maintaining health data integration systems within the Epic application environment. The position involves collaboration on interface engines, interoperability, and managing diverse health data flows.

Primary Duties

• Develop, document, and uphold internal procedures and standards related to Epic applications and their integrations.
• Take on a dual role providing both hands-on technical solutions and team leadership, including daily support activities.
• Serve as the chief escalation contact for complex integration and operational issues.
• Design, construct, test, and sustain HL7, FHIR, API, and file-format integrations involving Epic EHR, ERP systems, Health Information Exchanges (HIEs), cloud services, SaaS vendors, and registries.
• Convert user and business needs into detailed technical designs and integration specifications.
• Lead and assist in Epic EMR deployment projects, covering interface creation, data conversion, upgrade processes, and post-launch support.
• Evaluate, apply, and verify new system features during upgrades and special releases.
• Provide technical mentorship, guidance, and training to integration team members; contribute to hiring, onboarding, and skill enhancement.
• Collaborate with management in resource allocation, on-call arrangements, workload distribution, and career development strategies.
• Act as an advisor for integration strategies, architectural choices, HL7 standards, and vendor communications, facilitating alignment between end-users and technology teams.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
• Certification in Epic Bridges application.
• Proven expertise with HL7 standards, including HL7 v2, HL7 FHIR, and HL7 CDA, as well as Web Services.
• Experience building interfaces using integration engines like InterSystems, Rhapsody, Cloverleaf, Mirth Connect, Microsoft BizTalk, Corepoint, Qvera, IBM Integration Bus, or WebSphere Message Broker.
• Familiarity with Epic or similar clinical Electronic Medical Record systems.
• Knowledge of software testing methodologies, including unit and integration testing.
• Experience mentoring junior engineers and serving as a subject matter expert.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools like Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• Ability to work independently, adapt flexibly, and participate in 24/7 on-call rotations.

Preferred Credentials

• Additional certifications in interoperability or integration platforms such as InterSystems Ensemble, Rhapsody, Cloverleaf, Mirth Connect, or Microsoft BizTalk.
• Programming skills in languages such as C++, C#, JavaScript, VBScript, ASP.Net, or equivalent.
• Experience with SQL databases including MSSQL and Oracle.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Visio for documentation and process mapping.

Additional Information

Applicants must demonstrate current eligibility to work indefinitely in the applied country without restrictions, providing proof as requested. UnitedHealth Group is committed to equality and diversity in the workplace, ensuring fair employment opportunities across all demographics. The company maintains a drug-free work environment.

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