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Interoperability Architect

Emory Healthcare/Emory University

Atlanta, GA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Acquisition Integration, Application Integration, Application Programming Interface (API), Architectural Services, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Biomedicine, Blockchain, Clinical Facilities, Clinical Information Systems, Clinical Support, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Construction, Cross-Functional, Ecosystems, Emerging Technology, Epic Systems, Genetics, HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), HL7 (Health Level 7), Health Informatics, Health Information Technology, Healthcare, Healthcare Providers, Hospital, Hospital/Healthcare Construction, Information Technology & Information Systems, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Interoperability, Leadership, Leading Edge Technology, Legal, Machine Learning, Medical Equipment, Mergers and Acquisitions, Onboarding, Privacy Controls, Problem Solving Skills, Project Management Software, Regulations, Remodeling, Scalable System Development, Standards of Care, Strategic Planning, System Integration (SI), Technical Analysis, Technical Strategy, Technical/Engineering Design
LOCATION
Atlanta, GA
POSTED
30+ days ago


Overview



Be inspired. Be valued. Belong.

At Emory Healthcare we fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be. We provide: + Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1 + Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs + Family-focused benefits + Wellness incentives + Ongoing mentorship, development, leadership programs...and more This position requires an Atlanta based resource for infrequent site visits.

Description

The Interoperability Architect is a key member of Emory Digital’s Growth Team, responsible for designing and implementing interoperability solutions that support the seamless integration of newly acquired organizations, Community Connect partners, and facility expansion initiatives across the enterprise. This role provides architectural leadership for the exchange of clinical, operational, and financial data across internal systems and external partners. The Interoperability Architect collaborates closely with application architects, integration teams, clinical leaders, and external stakeholders to ensure new hospitals, clinics, and partners are successfully integrated into Emory’s digital ecosystem. Primary responsibilities include leading interoperability strategy and technical design for mergers and acquisitions, new facility construction or remodels, Community Connect integrations, and other enterprise growth initiatives. Success in this role will be measured by the efficient onboarding of new entities, scalable integration frameworks, and strong collaboration across technical and operational teams.

RESPONSIBILITIES:



Growth Initiatives:

+ Serve as the interoperability architect supporting Emory Digital’s Growth Team initiatives including mergers and acquisitions, Community Connect partnerships, and facility expansion projects. + Provide architectural guidance during onboarding of new hospitals, clinics, and affiliated organizations. + Collaborate with Growth Team members including Program Managers and Epic application architects to align integration strategies with clinical and operational workflows.

Integration Architecture:

+ Design and oversee interoperability solutions supporting secure and scalable data exchange between internal systems and external partners. + Develop integration architectures using healthcare interoperability standards such as HL7, FHIR, CDA, and API-based integrations. + Create reusable integration frameworks that accelerate onboarding of new organizations and systems.

Mergers & Acquisitions Integration:

+ Assess technical environments of newly acquired organizations and develop integration strategies for clinical, operational, and financial data. + Coordinate interface development, data exchange workflows, and third-party integrations necessary to integrate new entities into the enterprise ecosystem.

Facility Construction & Expansion:

+ Support interoperability planning for new hospital construction, clinic expansion, and facility remodel projects. + Ensure new facilities are designed with appropriate integration capabilities to support clinical systems, medical devices, and external connectivity.

Community Connect & External Partnerships:

+ Architect solutions supporting secure data exchange with Community Connect partners and affiliated providers. + Establish scalable connectivity models that enable efficient onboarding of external organizations.

Governance & Compliance:

+ Ensure interoperability solutions comply with healthcare regulations and standards including HIPAA, HL7, and FHIR. + Contribute to enterprise interoperability governance, security practices, and architectural standards.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

+ Experience supporting healthcare system integrations related to mergers, acquisitions, or large-scale implementationsand BMDI/Biomed. + Familiarity with Epic interoperability environments or enterprise integration platforms. + Experience with interoperability frameworks such as Carequality, CommonWell, or TEFCA. + Professional certification in health informatics or healthcare IT (e.g., CPHIMS, CHDA). + Strategic thinker who understands how interoperability supports health system growth. + Strong collaborator capable of working across clinical, operational, and technical teams. + Architecture-focused problem solver able to design scalable integration solutions. + Effective communicator who can translate technical concepts into business value.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

+ Education: Bachelor's Degree and 5+ years of experience; or 9 years of related experience in lieu of degree in healthcare IT, systems integration, or interoperability solutions, with demonstrated expertise in creating innovative data-sharing platforms. + Experience/Skills: + Proven track record of designing and implementing cutting-edge solutions for sharing healthcare data, particularly with external healthcare providers, payers, and organizations. + Experience working with cloud-based technologies, AI, machine learning, blockchain, and other emerging tech within the context of healthcare interoperability. + Deep understanding of healthcare standards and regulations (FHIR, HL7, CDA, HIPAA, GDPR, etc.) and how they relate to data sharing and collaboration. + Strong experience in cross-functional team collaboration, working with clinical, IT, business, and external partner teams to deliver innovative solutions. + Expertise in building secure, scalable, and innovative data-sharing solutions in healthcare. + Proficiency with API design, cloud services, and integration platforms for data exchange. + Strong background in data privacy, security, and governance practices as they relate to sharing health data across systems and organizations. + Ability to evaluate and integrate emerging technologies that drive innovation in healthcare interoperability. + Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. + Strong problem-solving skills and an ability to think creatively about overcoming complex challenges in healthcare interoperability.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org . Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.

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Division

_Emory Healthcare Inc._

Campus Location

_Atlanta, GA, 30345_

Campus Location

_US-GA-Atlanta_

Department

_EHI_DIG Digital Operations_

Job Type

_Regular Full-Time_

Job Number

_162685_

Job Category

_Information Technology_

Schedule

_8a-5p_

Standard Hours

_40 Hours_

Hourly Minimum

_USD $57.74/Hr._

Hourly Midpoint

_USD $71.74/Hr._ Emory Healthcare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in all of its employment practices and decisions. Emory Healthcare prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age (40 and over), disability, citizenship, genetic information, service in the uniformed services, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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