Tag Archives: health IT jobs

HIMSS 2013 iHIT Study: Health IT Is the Translation Tool Providers Need

Posted on March 4, 2013 by

By Willa Fields, DNSc, RN, FHIMSS, and Joyce Sensmeier, MS, RN-BC, CPHIMS, FHIMSS, FAAN The phrase “lost in translation” generally means that something cannot be translated word for word into another language. Think of this in context of health IT: … Continue reading →

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HIMSS and BioDistrict New Orleans Collaborate

Posted on November 27, 2012 by

Another first for HIMSS Professional Development, Career Services! HIMSS Career Services and the BioDistrict New Orleans will formally collaborate and create career training opportunities that will support the BioDistrict’s quest to create approximately 22,000 jobs during the next eight to 10 years. The BioDistrict is … Continue reading →

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Health IT Jobs – A Retention Perspective

Posted on October 26, 2012 by

The demand for professionals to fill health IT jobs continues, as noted in this recent article, in AllVoices: ”The U.S. Department of Labor has earmarked both healthcare and information technology as two job sectors that are expected to show real growth in the next … Continue reading →

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Is a Career in Health IT for You? Part 2

Posted on September 20, 2012 by

Frequently, I am asked for advice from those seeking to transition to a career in health IT.  Based on my years of experience, I have a few tips to share.  And I’ve compiled them into a two-part blog series for your review. … Continue reading →

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Is a Career in Health IT for You?

Posted on September 13, 2012 by

Frequently, I am asked for advice from those seeking to transition to a career in health IT.  And based on my years of experience, I have a few tips to share.  And I’ve compiled them into a two-part blog series for your … Continue reading →

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4 emerging trends in health IT education

Posted on August 16, 2012 by

Are health IT students in need of ‘atypical’ education? On July 25, we had the opportunity to explore the industry’s view on health IT education with our very first #HITedu chat. First off, a great deal of gratitude to Dr. … Continue reading →

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Driving the Need for Health IT Employees

Posted on June 29, 2012 by

On June 28, the Supreme Court decided to uphold the constitutionality of the ACA. As segments of healthcare reform transition into action, the demand for skilled health IT professionals will continue to increase.

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Nursing Informatics – What’s Ahead

Posted on May 31, 2012 by

Today, I am at the Nursing Informatics Institute, now in session…and the room is packed! This event is hosted by the Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, Ohio, and held in conjunction with HIMSS Professional Development and Informatics sections.  You may have read the blog post on May 10, during National … Continue reading →

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HIMSS Tips: Keeping the Pulse on the Health IT Job Market

Posted on April 20, 2012 by

Co-Authored by: Helen Figge, RPh, PharmD, MBA HIMSS Senior Director, Career Services Michael Gaspar HIMSS Associate Manager, Social Media The health IT job market is becoming highly competitive; now even more so having to utilize various skills to ensure the … Continue reading →

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What Health IT Career Is Best for YOU?

Posted on April 11, 2012 by

Following is a Q/A with Dr. James Brady, our closing keynote speaker for the HIMSS Virtual Career Fair on May 16.  Helen Figge, Senior Director, Career Services. by James Brady, PhD, CISM, PMP, CPHIMS Q. Please tell me about your work in the career services … Continue reading →

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