7+ years in healthcare IT, with 3+ years focused on FHIR standards and API implementation.
Hands-on experience with EHR systems (Epic, Cerner, Allscripts, etc.) and payer data integration.
Strong knowledge of HL7 v2, CDA, and FHIR migration strategies.
Familiarity with OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, and API security in healthcare environments.
Experience advising healthcare organizations, payers, or health IT vendors preferred.
Excellent communication skills for advising both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Responsibilities
Serve as the FHIR interoperability SME during client engagements, advising on standards and compliance.
Design, implement, and optimize FHIR APIs for improved healthcare data exchange.
Provide expertise in FHIR R4/R5, US Core Implementation Guide, and SMART on FHIR.
Collaborate with developers and stakeholders to meet clinical and regulatory needs.
Guide clients in adopting interoperability best practices in security and performance.
Support testing, validation, and certification of FHIR implementations.
Stay updated on healthcare interoperability regulations and initiatives.
Benefits
Opportunity to work on mission-critical projects within federal and commercial healthcare.
Engage in cutting-edge healthcare IT solutions that drive real-world impact.
Collaborate with a team of experts in a dynamic and rapidly-evolving field.
Full Job Description
We are seeking a FHIR Subject Matter Expert (SME) Consultant to advise on healthcare interoperability initiatives, with a focus on implementing and optimizing Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources (FHIR) standards across payer, provider, and health IT ecosystems. Key Responsibilities
Serve as the FHIR interoperability SME for client engagements, advising on standards, implementation strategies, and compliance with federal and industry guidance.
Design, implement, and optimize FHIR APIs to improve healthcare data exchange across EHRs, payers, and provider systems.
Provide expertise in FHIR R4/R5, US Core Implementation Guide, and SMART on FHIR.
Collaborate with developers, architects, and healthcare stakeholders to ensure FHIR solutions meet clinical, operational, and regulatory needs.
Guide clients in adopting interoperability best practices, including security, scalability, and performance.
Support testing, validation, and certification of FHIR implementations.
Stay current with healthcare interoperability regulations and initiatives, including TEFCA and 21st Century Cures Act requirements.
Qualifications
7+ years of experience in healthcare IT, with at least 3+ years specializing in FHIR standards and API implementation.
Hands-on experience with EHR systems (Epic, Cerner, Allscripts, etc.) and payer data integration.
Strong knowledge of HL7 v2, CDA, and FHIR migration strategies.
Familiarity with OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, and API security in healthcare environments.
Experience advising healthcare organizations, payers, or health IT vendors strongly preferred.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to serve as a trusted advisor to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Preferred Certifications
HL7 FHIR Proficiency or FHIR Implementation Guide Author Certification
Certified Professional in Healthcare Information and Management Systems (CPHIMS)
CISSP, CCSP, or other relevant IT/cybersecurity certifications (a plus)
