Healthnow NY, Inc.
IT Manager – Gateway/EDI (Finance)
The IT Manager is responsible for leading a team of software developer and system analyst professionals that support the design, delivery and operation of all 3rd party integrations including X12, NCPDP and HL7 formats. This position leads a group of highly skilled technical developers who are focused on the integration of IT systems along with promoting re-usable design patterns for extending corporate investments. This role works very closely with business partners and peers to develop and deliver quality technology solutions in support of corporate business plans.
Auto req ID
2687BR
Knowledge and Skills
• Strong technical acumen and ability.
• Effective oral and written communication skills necessary to meet team collaboration and documentation standards. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely with all levels of the organization (technical and non-technical) and with outside contractors and vendors.
• Progressive leadership skills with strong coaching, mentoring and development capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously while maintaining quality standards and meeting assigned deadlines.
• Working knowledge and experience in Object-Oriented development methodologies, relational database design, SOA, Web Service Standards (WSDL, SOAP, XML/XSD, JSON and REST), EAI, ESB, EDI, API Integration, MVC Frameworks and test driven development concepts.
• Proficiency in software development lifecycle management including Agile, Scrum, Lean, Unified Process, Iterative and Waterfall methodologies in addition to product lifecycle management.
• Proven track record of driving complex technology upgrades, including new Software Releases, Fix Packs, Patches, and etc.
• Experience with software versioning, deployment tools and managed releases.
• Software development and support experience in a Healthcare Payer environment is preferred.
• Good understanding or awareness of data extraction & transformation tools such as Informatica & IBM Transformation Extender is preferred.
• Proficiency in EDI Standards as well as knowledge on Trizetto HIPAA Gateway, Encounter Data Manager, and IBM Transformation Extender Advanced is preferred.
About Us
At BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, we believe in passion, excellence, and respect. Employees enjoy guaranteed career development opportunities, robust health care coverage, and work-life programs to help them thrive in every stage of their lives. We give back to Western New York through programs and volunteer work that have the greatest impact on the health of the community we serve. As the region's strongest community-based, not-for-profit health plan, BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York aims to inspire and help our members achieve their best health and wellness. Join us in building a healthier future in the place we call home.
Company
BlueCross BlueShield of WNY
Job Category
Information Technology
Status
Full Time Regular
Experience
Bachelors Degree (Business Admin., Computer Information Systems)or related area. In lieu of a Bachelor's Degree, may have a combination of education, training and experience in order to perform the responsibilities. Requires minimum of eight (8) years of related experience including at least three years (3) years in a supervisory or lead role.
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Hours
8:00-4:00
Working Conditions
Must be able to work in an office environment Must have ability and access to work from remote location such as home Manual Dexterity Req: Eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to effectively use a computer with all its components for prolonged periods of time and for the majority of required tasks Manual Dexterity Req: Eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to effectively utilize various office equipment (phone, computer, fax machine, printer, copier, filing cabinet, etc) Physical Effort: Minimum; typical of most office work. Mostly sedentary work. Vision Req: Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
Education
Required Education:Bachelors Degree (Business Admin.,Computer Information Systems)
Position Posting Location
Buffalo