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clinical informatics manager

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Clinical informatics managers oversee the daily operations of information systems used in a medical institutions. They also carry out research, using their understanding of clinical practices to find ways to improve healthcare services.

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Competences
59
Groups
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Essential
28
Optional
31

Competences and skills

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Essential knowledge 12 competences

Occupation specific

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Sector-specific

5 competences
clinical reports

The methods, assessment practices, credentials and opinions gathering procedures necessary for writing clinical reports.

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clinical science

The research and development of the techniques and equipment used by medical staff to prevent, diagnose and treat illness.

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data storage

The physical and technical concepts of how digital data storage is organised in specific schemes both locally, such as hard-drives and random-access memories (RAM) and remotely, via network, internet or cloud.

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drug interaction management

The managerial activities related to patient`s interaction with the medical treatment provided.

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multi-professional cooperation in health care

The way to behave during team meetings, visits and meetings in multi-professional cooperation especially with other health professionals.

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Cross-sector

7 competences
computer science

The scientific and practical study that deals with the foundations of information and computation, namely algorithms, data structures, programming, and data architecture. It deals with the practicability, structure and mechanisation of the methodical procedures that manage the acquisition, processing, and access to information.

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database

The classification of databases, that includes their purpose, characteristics, terminology, models and use such as XML databases, document-oriented databases and full text databases.

digital
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health care occupation-specific ethics

The moral standards and procedures, ethical questions and obligations specific to occupations in a health care setting such as respect for human dignity, self-determination, informed consent and patient confidentiality.

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medical informatics

The processes and tools used for the analysis and dissemination of medical data through computerized systems.

digital
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multidisciplinary research

The research technique where a common issue is investigated using approaches from different disciplines with the aim of finding a comprehensive solution to it.

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nursing science

The factors that influence human health and the therapeutic interventions that promote health with the purpose to improve individual`s mental and physical health.

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scientific research methodology

The theoretical methodology used in scientific research involving doing background research, constructing an hypothesis, testing it, analysing data and concluding the results.

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Essential skills and competences 16 competences

Occupation specific

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conduct clinical software research

Oversee and undertake the necessary research to succesfully purchase, design, develop, test, train and implement software regarding clinical care and according to health plans guidelines.

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oversee clinical information system activities

Supervise and oversee day-to-day operational and clinical information system activities such as CIS, which are used for collecting and storing clinical information regarding the healthcare delivery process.

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Sector-specific

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analyse large-scale data in healthcare

Carry out large-scale data gathering such as questionnaire surveys, and analyse the obtained data.

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apply good clinical practices

Ensure compliance with and application of the ethical and scientific quality standards used to conduct, record and report clinical trials that involve human participation, at an international level.

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collect healthcare user's general data

Collect qualitative and quantitative data related to the healthcare user's anagraphic data and provide support on filling out the present and past history questionnaire and record the measures/tests performed by the practitioner.

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comply with quality standards related to healthcare practice

Apply quality standards related to risk management, safety procedures, patients feedback, screening and medical devices in daily practice, as they are recognized by the national professional associations and authorities.

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contribute to continuity of health care

Contribute to the delivery of coordinated and continuous healthcare.

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perform clinical coding procedures

Match and record correctly the specific illnesses and treatments of a patient by using a clinical codes classification system.

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review patient's medical data

Assess and review relevant medical data of patients such as X-rays, medical history and laboratory reports.

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use clinical assessment techniques

Use clinical reasoning techniques and clinical judgement when applying a range of appropriate assessment techniques, such as mental status assessment, diagnosis, dynamic formulation, and potential treatment planning.

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Cross-sector

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adhere to organisational guidelines

Adhere to organisational or department specific standards and guidelines. Understand the motives of the organisation and the common agreements and act accordingly.

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apply organisational techniques

Employ a set of organisational techniques and procedures which facilitate the achievement of the set goals set such as detailed planning of personnel's schedules. Use these resources efficiently and sustainably, and show flexibility when required.

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communicate in healthcare

Communicate effectively with patients, families and other caregivers, health care professionals, and community partners.

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contribute to public health campaigns

Contribute to local or national public health campaigns by evaluating health priorities, the government changes in regulations and advertising the new trends in relation to health care and prevention.

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follow clinical guidelines

Follow agreed protocols and guidelines in support of healthcare practice which are provided by healthcare institutions, professional associations, or authorities and also scientific organisations.

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use foreign languages for health-related research

Use foreign languages for conducting and collaborating in health-related research.

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Optional knowledge 17 competences

Occupation specific

0 competences

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Sector-specific

14 competences
analytical methods in biomedical sciences

The various research, mathematical or analytical methods used in biomedical sciences.

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conditions for professional practice of clinical psychology

The institutional, legal and psychosocial conditions for professional practice of clinical psychology with the aim to apply them in the exercise of the psychological profession in health care.

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creation of clinical psychological opinions

The development of opinions based on specialised literature and evidence-based documentation in the field of clinical psychology.

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health psychology

The development, implementations and evaluation of health psychological concepts.

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healthcare analytics

The use of qualitative and quantitative methods to analyse patterns in healthcare data to the aim of improving healthcare administration, quality in patient care and diseases diagnosis.

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IBM InfoSphere DataStage

The computer program IBM InfoSphere DataStage is a tool for integration of information from multiple applications, created and maintained by organisations, into one consistent and transparent data structure, developed by the software company IBM.

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IBM InfoSphere Information Server

The software program IBM InfoSphere Information Server is a platform for integration of information from multiple applications, created and maintained by organisations, into one consistent and transparent data structure, developed by the software company IBM.

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Informatica PowerCenter

The computer program Informatica PowerCenter is a tool for integration of information from multiple applications, created and maintained by organisations, into one consistent and transparent data structure, developed by the software company Informatica.

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Oracle Data Integrator

The computer program Oracle Data Integrator is a tool for integration of information from multiple applications, created and maintained by organisations, into one consistent and transparent data structure, developed by the software company Oracle.

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Oracle Warehouse Builder

The computer program Oracle Warehouse Builder is a tool for integration of information from multiple applications, created and maintained by organisations, into one consistent and transparent data structure, developed by the software company Oracle.

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Pentaho Data Integration

The computer program Pentaho Data Integration is a tool for integration of information from multiple applications, created and maintained by organisations, into one consistent and transparent data structure, developed by the software company Pentaho.

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QlikView Expressor

The computer program QlikView Expressor is a tool for integration of information from multiple applications, created and maintained by organisations, into one consistent and transparent data structure, developed by the software company Qlik.

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SAP Data Services

The computer program SAP Data Services is a tool for integration of information from multiple applications, created and maintained by organisations, into one consistent and transparent data structure, developed by the software company SAP.

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SQL Server Integration Services

The computer program SQL Server Integration Services is a tool for integration of information from multiple applications, created and maintained by organisations, into one consistent and transparent data structure, developed by the software company Microsoft.

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Cross-sector

3 competences
audit techniques

The techniques and methods that support a systematic and independent examination of data, policies, operations and performances using computer-assisted audit tools and techniques (CAATs) such as spreadsheets, databases, statistical analysis and business intelligence software.

digital
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data extraction, transformation and loading tools

The tools for integration of information from multiple applications, created and maintained by organisations, into one consistent and transparent data structure.

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manage healthcare staff

The managerial tasks and responsibilities required in a health care setting.

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Optional skills and competences 14 competences

Occupation specific

0 competences

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Sector-specific

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participate in medical records' auditing activities

Assist and help with any requests arisen during audits related to the archiving, filling and processing of medical records.

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Cross-sector

13 competences
advise on training courses

Provide information on possible training options or qualifications and available funding resources, depending on the needs and educational background of the individual.

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communicate in foreign languages with health service providers

Apply foreign languages in communicating with health service providers such as doctors and nurses.

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comply with legislation related to health care

Comply with the regional and national health legislation which regulates relations between suppliers, payers, vendors of the healthcare industry and patients, and the delivery of healthcare services.

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implement strategic planning

Take action on the goals and procedures defined at a strategic level in order to mobilise resources and pursue the established strategies.

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inform policy makers on health-related challenges

Provide useful information related to health care professions to ensure policy decisions are made in the benefit of communities.

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manage budgets

Plan, monitor, report on the budget and prepare set production budgets.

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manage project metrics

Gather, report, analyse and create key metrics for a project to help measure its success.

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manage workflow processes

Develop, document and implement traffic and workflow processes across the company for different functions. Liaise with several departments and services such as account management and the creative director to plan and resource work.

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meet deadlines

Ensure operative processes are finished at a previously agreed-upon time.

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perform project management

Manage and plan various resources, such as human resources, budget, deadline, results, and quality necessary for a specific project, and monitor the project's progress in order to achieve a specific goal within a set time and budget.

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recruit employees

Hire new employees by scoping the job role, advertising, performing interviews and selecting staff in line with company policy and legislation.

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It may include recruiting volunteers.
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supervise staff

Oversee the selection, training, performance and motivation of staff.

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train employees

Lead and guide employees through a process in which they are taught the necessary skills for the perspective job. Organise activities aimed at introducing the work and systems or improving the performance of individuals and groups in organisational settings.

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