LIMS Analyst and Configuration Manager

SUMMARY

The LIMS Analyst supports all aspects of the LabVantage laboratory information management system used by the laboratory services process. In conjunction with process managers and Information Services staff, defines requirements and approach to their fulfillment. Develops and deploys configuration using the LabVantage platform and related systems. Facilitates integration of laboratory instruments with the LIMS. Develops, verifies, and deploys bi-directional interchange of HL7 messages with client systems. Provides primary support in the use of system and analysis of data within the system.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES includes the following:

• Develops and maintains comprehensive understanding of the Laboratory Services process and LabVantage and related systems (e.g., lab instruments, labeling) functionality supporting this process.
• Coordinates with process management and Information Services staff to define system change and verification requirements
• Develops and maintains specifications defining the functionality and configuration of LabVantage and associated systems
• Creates or revises configuration in accordance with defined change
• Coordinates with process management and Information Services staff in verifying all change
• Provides ad hoc data extraction and/or analysis to support process managers
• Supports process staff in investigating and resolving atypical situations
• Supports process managers in definition of their standard operating procedures
• Identifies opportunities for process improvement and engages management in pursuing these opportunities
• Develops and administers the CorePoint interchange system
• Contributes to ongoing risk assessment and risk management
• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Strong organizational and time management skills are necessary.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

This position generally requires a Bachelor s degree from four-year college or university and 4-7 years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Requires administrative experience with LabVantage and support of the LIMS in the operational environment (preferably within a clinical laboratory). Requires experience in data interchange with laboratory instruments. Requires experience with relational database systems and SQL. Requires familiarity with software development process, including requirement gathering, development tools, release/version control, testing methodologies and deployment management.

Must possess strong written and oral communication skills and demonstrated ability for effective working relationships. Experience working in a medical/regulated environment with formal software development and change management processes strongly preferred.

Optimal skills and experience includes:

• IIBA Business Analyst or equivalent certification
• Experience in a regulated environment
• Experience with HL7 messaging
• Applied knowledge of computer system validation

LANGUAGE/COMMUNICATION SKILLS

High skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

High skills: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, rations, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY

Very high skills: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

None required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other protected class.