Health IT and Integration Specialist, Ref: 006

Role Type

Senior Integration Engineer or Integration Architect

Skills / Experience

LIMS / Lab IT / Radiology systems (RIS, PACS, DICOM, HL7, Mirth)

Availability

One month notice

Contract Preference

Permanent or Contract (min 6 months)

Salary / Rate Expectation

Negotiable

Profile

Health IT, Clinical Systems, and Integration Specialist with over 12 years of experience in Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) and Lab IT applications, and 7 years in Radiology IT systems. Recognized domain expert in Pathology Lab IT (LIMS, HL7 interfaces, data extraction) and Radiology Systems (RIS, PACS, DICOM, HL7 integration).

Currently serving in a senior integration role within the diagnostic imaging sector, leading the design and implementation of HL7 interfaces, DICOM integrations, and end-to-end clinical workflows. Responsible for managing integration projects, vendor coordination, and cross-functional collaboration. Proactive in interface maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement.

Key Skills & Experience:

Deep understanding of clinical lab and radiology workflows, patient pathways, and healthcare interoperability.
Extensive hands-on experience with LIMS, OrderComms, and Radiology systems across all major laboratory disciplines.
Skilled in interface engines (e.g., Mirth Connect), SQL Server, and scripting languages (JavaScript, XML, JSON).
Proven track record in implementing and enhancing LIMS platforms, including configuration, validation, and user training.
Strong business analysis, data extraction, reporting, QA/testing, and root cause analysis capabilities.
Familiar with analyser interfaces and lab accreditation standards (e.g., ISO 15189).
Knowledgeable in networking, Active Directory, firewalls, and data governance (Caldicott, GDPR).
Experienced in Lean Six Sigma methodologies for operational improvement.

Experience

Principal Integration Engineer (Sept 2021 – Present) – Diagnostic Imaging Sector

Leading the planning, design, and implementation of HL7 interfaces and DICOM integrations. Responsible for all integration projects, vendor coordination, and cross-functional collaboration. Proactively maintaining and troubleshooting clinical workflows and interfaces.

Software Integration Specialist (June 2019 – Sept 2021) – Prenatal & Neonatal Screening Sector

Integrated prenatal and neonatal screening software across the EMEA region. Managed upgrades, change requests, and third-level support. Configured workflow modules and integrated software with laboratory instruments.

Lab Informatics Specialist (Middleware) (Jan 2019 – May 2019) – Pathology IT Sector

Field-based role supporting NHS pathology labs. Implemented and configured middleware between analysers and LIMS, including integration with lab automation systems.

Pathology IT Implementation Lead (Feb 2018 – Dec 2018) – NHS Trust / Pathology IT Sector

Led multiple pathology IT projects including LIMS server migration and HL7 OrderComms implementation. Conducted process mapping, user acceptance testing, and supported paperless referrals integration.

RIS/PACS Applications Specialist (April 2017 – Jan 2018) – Diagnostic Imaging Sector

Managed RIS/PACS systems and clinical IT applications. Delivered super-user training, vendor coordination, and radiologist engagement. Led HL7 interface projects to improve reporting workflows.

Integration Analyst / Systems Interface Specialist (Nov 2014 – April 2017) – Medical Imaging Sector

Built and maintained HL7 interfaces for national imaging contracts. Focused on radiology workflows, HL7 messaging (ADT, SIU, ORM, ORU), and integration with third-party reporting providers. Supported enterprise RIS/PACS platforms.

LIMS Administrator (March 2014 – Aug 2014) – National Laboratory Services

Supported LIMS and lab IT systems, including HL7-based e-Results integration with national health messaging services.

LIMS Administrator & HL7 Developer (Oct 2006 – Feb 2014) – Clinical Laboratory Services

Managed and enhanced LIMS platforms, developed HL7 interfaces, and generated operational and business intelligence reports. Supported multiple departments and contributed to quality improvement initiatives.

For further information on this candidate please use reference number: 006

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