State of Colorado

Outpatient Electronic Health Records (EHR) Lead

State of Colorado  •  $72k - $116k/yr  •  Denver, CO (Onsite)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

Posting number: IHA-07494 09.21.2026

Department: Colorado Department of Human Services

Division: AS - Business Technology

Job classification: Data Management IV

Posting type: Open

Categories: Administration, IT and Computers, Business, Communications, Health Care Support

Summary

This position is open to current Colorado residents only.

This position is open to current Colorado residents only.

Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.

Business Innovation, Technology and Security (BITS)

Operations & Strategy provides management and oversight for key administrative and technical services that enables CDHS to achieve their goals. It is responsible for a number of support functions to make our agency as efficient, effective and impactful as possible. Operations & Strategy comprises Human Resources; Facilities Management; Audit; Business Innovation; Technology and Security; Emergency Management; Legal; Performance Management; Communications; Project Management; and Leadership & Organizational Development.

Business Innovation, Technology, and Security (BITS) is responsible for managing the Department’s information technology (IT) providers, including relations with the Governor’s Office of Information Technology (OIT). The division serves as the main point of contact for departmental issues involving technology resources and needs and coordinates activities with the program staff for IT support, operations, maintenance, modernization and implementation of new IT systems.

Examples of duties

Hybrid Work Assignment: Minimum of 2 days per week in the office

Please note: These working arrangements are subject to change

The position provides critical conceptual information-management, technical and analytical support through the maintenance, design and enhancement of various patient and management data systems.

The position represents the Health Information Technology Team (HIT) as a lead subject matter expert and participates in user groups in order to gather and develop system specifications for modifications to BEHR for the Outpatient Clinic implementation.

Additionally, the position:

  • Develops, maintains, and enhances critical budget-management systems, clinical information management systems, ancillary analytical and audit systems, and BEHR development, specifically focused on the Outpatient Program.
  • Develops legal status, data quality and ad-hoc management/analysis as needed.
  • Completes system upgrades and provides system maintenance.
  • Performs system analysis and design of reports, inquiries, and input screens as provided by the tools associated with BEHR and other software reporting applications; explores the use of new BEHR functionality for use by Outpatient Clinic staff; and, develops and executes routine and ad hoc reporting mechanisms necessary to meet business needs and requirements.

Qualifications

EXPERIENCE ONLY:

Seven (7) years total of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position, including a minimum of three (3) yearsof working hands-on directly with major EHR platforms/systems in their back end, medical records workflow or clinical informatics, and,

OR

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position equal to seven (7) years including, a minimum of three (3) years of working hands-on directly with major EHR platforms/systems in their back end, medical records workflow or clinical informatics.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Demonstrated knowledge of HIPAA, HITECH, Release of Information (ROI) guidelines, and state/federal health data privacy regulations
  • Understanding of clinical documentation improvement (CDI), revenue cycle management (RCM), and data governance.
  • Understanding of outpatient workflows
  • Back end experience with a top 4 industry leader in Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems

Conditions of Employment:

  • Standard background check and reference check required
  • This position requires State of Colorado residency at the time of application (unless otherwise identified in the posting), and residency within the state throughout the duration of employment in this position.
  • Travel in-state will be required
  • Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must:
  • Disclose that information on the application.
  • Explain why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify you from the current position.
  • Provide your employee number from your prior State employment. Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination and failure to provide this information will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with CDHS.

CDHS Selection Process Explanation

Employment history is calculated on a full-time basis (40/hrs per week). Part-time employment is calculated on a prorated basis to determine qualifications. Be sure your application specifically addresses your qualifications, experience, work products, and accomplishments as they relate to the position and minimum requirements.

  • Preferred Qualifications & Competencies:
  • Relevant years of state service experience

Minimum Qualification Screening Process

A Human Resources Analyst will review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application to determine whether your experience meets the minimum qualifications for the position. You must complete the official State of Colorado online application. Cover letters and resumes WILL NOT be reviewed during the minimum qualifications screening process. You must specifically document your work experience and qualifications in the application form. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached."

You must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process. Part-time work experience will be prorated.

Comparative Analysis Process – Structured Application Review

After minimum qualification screening, the comparative analysis process will involve a reviewing and rating of all the information you submit. The comparative analysis step may also include your results from standardized testing.

Your Work Experience/Job Duties

Document your work experience/job duties to the extent to which you possess the skills, education, experience, minimum qualifications, and preferred qualifications.

If listed, answer all supplemental questions as your answers to these questions will be evaluated during this phase. Provide at least 4-8 sentences for each supplemental question.

Supplemental Questions

Answer the supplemental questions completely and thoughtfully. We will rate your answers based on the content of your response and your writing skills (spelling, grammar, and clarity of your writing).

Appeal Rights

You may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director if your application is eliminated. You will find the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it on the State Personnel Board website.

  • You or your representative must sign and submit the official appeal form for review.
  • You can find the official appeal form here.
  • You must be deliver the official appeal form to the State Personnel Board:
  • By email (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), or
  • Postmarked in US Mail to(1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203, or
  • Hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or
  • Faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action.

Contact the State Personnel Board for assistance:

  • At (303) 866-3300, or
  • Refer to the Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, within the Rules webpage.

Supplemental information

HOW TO APPLY TO THE STATE OF COLORADO

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The Assessment Process

For additional recruiting questions, please contact Jade Green at jade.green@state.co.us

About Us & Benefits

If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, join the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS). Our professionals strive to design and deliver high quality human and health services that improve the safety, independence, and well-being of the people of Colorado. Each of us is committed to contributing to a safe and accessible CDHS. In addition to a great location and rewarding and meaningful work, we offer:

Our Values

  • We believe in a people-first approach: We prioritize the needs, well-being, and dignity of the individuals, families and communities we serve. We commit to respect, fairness and access in every decision, policy and interaction. We engage client voices and experiences in the development and implementation of the services we provide.
  • Balance creates quality of life: We want our team to be resilient through a supportive workplace that values flexibility, health and wellness, and employee engagement.
  • We hold ourselves accountable: We take responsibility through our actions, programs, and results for the state of health and human services in Colorado.
  • Transparency matters: We are open and honest with employees, our partners, the Coloradans we serve, and the public.
  • We are ethical: We abide by what is best for those we serve by doing what is right, not what is easy.
  • Collaboration helps us rise together: We work together with all partners, employees, and clients to achieve the best outcomes for Coloradans.

ADA Accommodations

CDHS is committed to a Colorado for ALL qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment.

This includes completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to cdhs_ada@state.co.us.

EEO Statement

*The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer*

We are committed to increasing a “Colorado for ALL" of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of all backgrounds and abilities. The State of Colorado believes that a “Colorado for ALL” drives our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

Additional Support For Your Application

Toll Free Applicant Technical Support

If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e.g. uploading or attaching documents to your online application) call NEOGOV technical support at 855-524-5627 Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). Helpful hints: if you are having difficulty uploading or attaching documents to your application 1) ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files and 2) close the document before you attempt to upload (attach) it.

State of Colorado

About State of Colorado

Serve the needs of the State of Colorado through a number of subdivisions. The Colorado Judicial, Legislative, and Executive branches form the government for the State of Colorado. "A Career should be about believing in what you do and making a positive impact on your community. That is a career that makes you proud; that is a career with distinction."​- Mary Mullarkey, Chief Justice of the Colorado Supreme Court.

Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Denver, CO
Year Founded
1876
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