Medical Informatics Manager in Lesotho
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http://tbe.taleo.net/NA1/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=PIH&cws=1&rid=260
Job Title:Medical Informatics Manager
Reports to:Lesotho Country Director & Lesotho Country Project Manager
Location:Maseru, Lesotho
Organizational Profile:
Partners In Health is a non-profit organization based in Boston, Massachusetts, USA, whose mission is to provide a preferential option for the poor in health care. Through service delivery, training, advocacy and research, PIH works globally to bring the benefits of modern science to those most in need and to serve as an antidote to despair. PIH has programs in Haiti, Peru, Guatemala, Mexico, Russia, Rwanda, Lesotho, Malawi, Burundi, Kazakhstan, the Dominican Republic and Boston.
This is an exciting time for PIH. The organization is taking on immense challenges, while its newfound visibility has brought the opportunity to influence even greater changes on the global stage. As the work continues to expand, PIH seeks individuals committed to the mission and values of the organization (see PIH values) to join the team.
PIH Lesotho (PIHL) works to support the Lesotho Ministry of Health and Social Welfare (LMoHSW) at the district and national levels, to improve the health and promote the rights of the people of Lesotho by ensuring universal access to high quality, comprehensive care. PIH Lesotho manages and operates eight health facilities in the remote mountain districts, with targeted programs to improve health outcomes for HIV and TB patients, pregnant women and children under 5, all in the context of comprehensive primary care. PIHL also manages the national MDR-TB treatment program, including the MDR-TB hospital in Maseru.
Position Summary:
At PIHL, the Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) department ensures the quality of clinical care through three main activities: clinical protocol definition, periodic monitoring and audits, and data collection & reporting. The Medical Informatics Manager co-leads the M&E department with the Clinical Manager by providing complementary technical and analytical perspectives to meet the goals of the department. Lead and manage complex technical projects and initiatives, manage a team of over fifteen staff, and mentor and build technical capacity within PIHL. In particular, the Medical Informatics Manager is responsible for managing all electronic-related data collection tools, including the medical record repository, pharmacy inventory and the laboratory information systems and is responsible for adding new functionality as required to support PIHL objectives.
Responsibilities:
¦Accompany the Lesotho-based M&E Clinical Manager to improve clinic operational workflows at health facilities:
¦Perform active monitoring and validation of all data produced by the facility
¦Regularly assess performance of departments at facilities
¦Ensure adherence to defined clinical protocols
¦Recommend changes to personnel and workflow to senior management
¦Develop and extend tools to facilitate improvement of data quality and increased data utilization
¦Summarize and report on all clinical indicators monthly
¦Participate in the interpretation and utilization of M&E data to improve systems and programs
¦Ensure high fidelity of electronic and paper data to actual operations
¦Communicate closely with Boston-based Lesotho Project Coordinator especially in relation to data requests and donor-required information
¦Collaborate on cross-site M&E and/or Medical Informatics initiatives that foster PIH-wide quality of clinical care improvements
¦Collaborate with the Lesotho Ministry of Health and Social Welfare (LMoHSW) to ensure compliance with government protocols and initiatives
¦Provide technical input on all IT-related procurement decisions
¦Ensure uptime for network / VSAT systems solar power, computer and other IT-related equipment
Qualifications:
¦Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s Degree in engineering or relevant field preferred.
¦At least two years of experience in technical project management
¦Minimum two year commitment to relocate to Maseru, Lesotho
¦Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple assignments, prioritize work flow, adapt to fluctuating workload to meet deadlines
¦Ability to take initiative and work with minimal direction
¦Strong critical analysis and data analysis skills
¦Strong communication and writing skills
¦Proven ability to exercise good judgment and diplomacy
¦Demonstrated ability to interact professionally within culturally diverse settings
¦Knowledge and experience in the following areas a plus:
¦SQL Programming
¦Windows and Linux server administration
¦Network administration
¦Web application development: Java, Ajax, Javascript, HTML, Server-side Scripting languages
¦Willingness to travel by small plane in Lesotho at least 25-45% time. Willingness to stay overnight in remote mountain sites in rural Lesotho
¦Prior experience working in resource-poor settings preferred
¦Commitment to social justice required
Apply here:
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA1/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=PIH&cws=1&rid=260
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA1/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=PIH&cws=1&rid=260
Job Title:Medical Informatics Manager
Reports to:Lesotho Country Director & Lesotho Country Project Manager
Location:Maseru, Lesotho
Organizational Profile:
Partners In Health is a non-profit organization based in Boston, Massachusetts, USA, whose mission is to provide a preferential option for the poor in health care. Through service delivery, training, advocacy and research, PIH works globally to bring the benefits of modern science to those most in need and to serve as an antidote to despair. PIH has programs in Haiti, Peru, Guatemala, Mexico, Russia, Rwanda, Lesotho, Malawi, Burundi, Kazakhstan, the Dominican Republic and Boston.
This is an exciting time for PIH. The organization is taking on immense challenges, while its newfound visibility has brought the opportunity to influence even greater changes on the global stage. As the work continues to expand, PIH seeks individuals committed to the mission and values of the organization (see PIH values) to join the team.
PIH Lesotho (PIHL) works to support the Lesotho Ministry of Health and Social Welfare (LMoHSW) at the district and national levels, to improve the health and promote the rights of the people of Lesotho by ensuring universal access to high quality, comprehensive care. PIH Lesotho manages and operates eight health facilities in the remote mountain districts, with targeted programs to improve health outcomes for HIV and TB patients, pregnant women and children under 5, all in the context of comprehensive primary care. PIHL also manages the national MDR-TB treatment program, including the MDR-TB hospital in Maseru.
Position Summary:
At PIHL, the Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) department ensures the quality of clinical care through three main activities: clinical protocol definition, periodic monitoring and audits, and data collection & reporting. The Medical Informatics Manager co-leads the M&E department with the Clinical Manager by providing complementary technical and analytical perspectives to meet the goals of the department. Lead and manage complex technical projects and initiatives, manage a team of over fifteen staff, and mentor and build technical capacity within PIHL. In particular, the Medical Informatics Manager is responsible for managing all electronic-related data collection tools, including the medical record repository, pharmacy inventory and the laboratory information systems and is responsible for adding new functionality as required to support PIHL objectives.
Responsibilities:
¦Accompany the Lesotho-based M&E Clinical Manager to improve clinic operational workflows at health facilities:
¦Perform active monitoring and validation of all data produced by the facility
¦Regularly assess performance of departments at facilities
¦Ensure adherence to defined clinical protocols
¦Recommend changes to personnel and workflow to senior management
¦Develop and extend tools to facilitate improvement of data quality and increased data utilization
¦Summarize and report on all clinical indicators monthly
¦Participate in the interpretation and utilization of M&E data to improve systems and programs
¦Ensure high fidelity of electronic and paper data to actual operations
¦Communicate closely with Boston-based Lesotho Project Coordinator especially in relation to data requests and donor-required information
¦Collaborate on cross-site M&E and/or Medical Informatics initiatives that foster PIH-wide quality of clinical care improvements
¦Collaborate with the Lesotho Ministry of Health and Social Welfare (LMoHSW) to ensure compliance with government protocols and initiatives
¦Provide technical input on all IT-related procurement decisions
¦Ensure uptime for network / VSAT systems solar power, computer and other IT-related equipment
Qualifications:
¦Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s Degree in engineering or relevant field preferred.
¦At least two years of experience in technical project management
¦Minimum two year commitment to relocate to Maseru, Lesotho
¦Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple assignments, prioritize work flow, adapt to fluctuating workload to meet deadlines
¦Ability to take initiative and work with minimal direction
¦Strong critical analysis and data analysis skills
¦Strong communication and writing skills
¦Proven ability to exercise good judgment and diplomacy
¦Demonstrated ability to interact professionally within culturally diverse settings
¦Knowledge and experience in the following areas a plus:
¦SQL Programming
¦Windows and Linux server administration
¦Network administration
¦Web application development: Java, Ajax, Javascript, HTML, Server-side Scripting languages
¦Willingness to travel by small plane in Lesotho at least 25-45% time. Willingness to stay overnight in remote mountain sites in rural Lesotho
¦Prior experience working in resource-poor settings preferred
¦Commitment to social justice required
Apply here:
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA1/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=PIH&cws=1&rid=260
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