Senior Health Informatics Consultant

Thank you for considering IT Concepts dba Kentro, where innovation drives opportunity and collaboration leads to success. Our dynamic community of experts is fully committed to advancing our customers' missions, fostering professional growth, and making a positive impact on our communities.                                                

Our transition to Kentro in 2025 reflects a rich legacy built upon the foundation of IT Concepts. Rather than leaving ITC behind, we confidently embrace a future centered around the Core of More. By joining our supportive community, you will find that Kentro is dedicated to your personal and professional development. Together, we can drive meaningful change, spark innovation, and achieve extraordinary milestones.

Kentro is seeking a results-oriented and experienced Senior Health Informatics Consultant to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing projects, conducting research, evaluation, and analysis, with a focus on health information technology (IT) interoperability and data usability. This role will contribute to the improvement of information continuity and health outcomes for patients through effective collaboration and the application of health informatics principles.

Responsibilities:

• Lead or manage health informatics projects to ensure timely and successful implementation, meeting organizational goals related to health information technology (IT) interoperability and data usability.
• Conduct research and provide data-driven evaluations and analyses to assess the effectiveness and efficiency of health information exchange.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with IT teams, healthcare providers, and VA or DoD stakeholders to ensure seamless data integration and accurate data workflows.
• Identify opportunities for improving health information continuity and support initiatives aimed at improving patient outcomes.
• Apply knowledge of health informatics standards, frameworks, and regulations to ensure compliance with healthcare data management practices.
• Assist in knowledge sharing to enhance the understanding and application of health information exchange tools and systems.
• Stay up to date with emerging trends and best practices in health informatics, data analytics, and health IT.
• Support the identification and documentation of new business requirements; support the production validation of new capabilities after implementation.
• Collaborate with VHA leaders at all levels to ensure that current and future needs are accurately captured and represented in various forums and forms of documentation.
• Serve as an executive level liaison using expert knowledge and experience in management of the healthcare delivery systems to support executive level program, operation initiatives to include VHA privacy, patient matching expertise, and VHA policy.
• Demonstrate knowledge and facilitate proper implementation of legal agreements (e.g., BAAs, MOUs) in alignment with organizational policies for new and existing initiatives.

Location: This position will be performed remotely and will support Eastern Time working hours.

• Certificate of Advanced Study in Health Informatics or 5 years’ direct experience in health information exchange.

• Proven experience managing health informatics projects, with a strong understanding of healthcare data, interoperability, and health IT standards.
• Strong analytical, research, and evaluation skills, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Familiarity with health information systems, electronic health records (EHR), and data exchange standards such as HL7, FHIR, and CCD.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and standards, in all health informatics practices and initiatives.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred:

• Experience in clinical settings or working directly with healthcare providers.
• Knowledge of data analytics tools and software commonly used in health informatics.
• General understanding of data transmitted via systemic exchanges for care coordination and how it's used by care providers.

Clearance:

• Must have an active Public Trust Tier 2 Clearance or higher.
• Must be willing to maintain Public Trust Clearance while working for Kentro.

The Company

We believe in generating success collaboratively, enabling long-term mission success, and building trust for the next challenge. With you as our partner, let’s solve challenges, think innovatively, and maximize impact. As a valued member of our team, you have the unique opportunity to work in a diverse range of technology and business career paths, all while supporting our nation and delivering innovative technology solutions. We are a close community of experts that pride ourselves on creating an environment defined by teamwork, dedication, and excellence.

We hold three ISO certifications (27001:2013, 20000-1:2011, 9001:2015) and two CMMI ML 3 ratings (DEV and SVC).

Industry Recognition

Growth | Inc 5000’s Fastest Growing Private Companies, DC Metro List Fastest Growing; Washington Business Journal: Fastest Growing Companies, Top Performing Small Technology Companies in Greater D.C.

Culture | Northern Virginia Technology Council Tech 100 Honoree; Virginia Best Place to Work; Washington Business Journal: Best Places to Work, Corporate Diversity Index Winner – Mid-Size Companies, Companies Owned by People of Color; Department of Labor’s HireVets for our work helping Veterans transition; SECAF Award of Excellence finalist; Victory Military Friendly Brand; Virginia Values Veterans (V3); Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Corporate Breath Award

Benefits

We offer competitive benefits package including paid time off, healthcare benefits, supplemental benefits, 401k including an employer match, discount perks, rewards, and more.  We invest in our employees – Every employee is eligible for education reimbursement for certifications, degrees, or professional development.  Reimbursement amounts may fluctuate due to IRS limitations. We want you to grow as an expert and a leader and offer flexibility for you to take a course, complete a certification, or other professional growth and networking. We are committed to supporting your curiosity and sustaining a culture that prioritizes commitment to continuous professional development.

We work hard; we play hard. Kentro is committed to incorporating fun into every day. We dedicate funds for activities – virtual and in-person – e.g., we host happy hours, holiday events, fitness & wellness events, and annual celebrations. In alignment with our commitment to our communities, we also host and attend charity galas/events. We believe in appreciating your commitment and building a positive workspace for you to be creative, innovative, and happy.

Commitment Equal Opportunity Employment & VEVRAA

Kentro is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Kentro is strongly committed to compliance with VEVRAA and other applicable federal, state, and local laws governing equal employment opportunity. We have developed comprehensive policies and procedures to ensure our hiring practices align with these requirements.

As part of our VEVRAA compliance efforts, Kentro has established an equal opportunity plan outlining our commitment to recruiting, hiring, and advancing protected veterans. This plan is regularly reviewed and updated to ensure its effectiveness.

We encourage protected veterans to self-identify during the application process. This information is strictly confidential and will only be used for reporting and compliance purposes as required by law. Providing this information is voluntary and will not impact your employment eligibility.

Our commitment to equal employment opportunity extends beyond legal compliance. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees, including protected veterans, are treated with dignity, respect, and fairness.

How to Apply

To apply to Kentro Positions- Please click on the: “Apply for this Job” button at the bottom of this Job Description or the button at the top: “Application.”  Please upload your resume and complete all the application steps. You must submit the application for Kentro to consider you for a position.  If you need alternative application methods, please email careers@kentro.us and request assistance.  

Accommodations

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you need to discuss reasonable accommodations, please email careers@kentro.us.  

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