Healthcare IT & Data Specialist

Part-Time Healthcare IT & Data Specialist Wanted - flexible hours and room for growth!

Who We Are:
Counseling Works is a thriving private therapy practice with offices located in Naperville, Frankfort, Shorewood and Lemont, Illinois. We are an established group practice with a strong reputation and are excited to add a part-time Healthcare IT & Data Specialist to our team.

As an organization, we place focus not only on our clients, but on our professionals as well. We pride ourselves on creating a professional work environment, allowing the Healthcare IT & Data Specialist the opportunity to work independently to provide high-quality results. With openness and collaboration at our core, we recognize the needs of our employees, and work to create a positive work life balance.

Why Consider This Role:

The role of Healthcare IT & Data Specialist is perfect for those who are disciplined in their work, have above average attention to detail, and an ability to research and problem solve. Detailed, specialized work is the main focus of this role, and the ideal candidate will value correctness and compliance in all tasks. This position will be task oriented, and require someone with a conservative and careful approach to work. If you enjoy working with technology in any capacity, and consider yourself an independent problem solver, we want to hear from you!

What You’ll Do

• Execute IT infrastructure optimization, including hardware/software configuration and technical support
• Implement cybersecurity protocols and incident response procedures
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and data privacy standards
• Generate analytics reports and performance metrics using advanced data visualization tools
• Develop and conduct staff training on security protocols and compliance
• Research and implement healthcare technology solutions
• Support EHR (Electronic Health Records) system optimization

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Strong expertise in healthcare data analytics and HIPAA compliance
• Advanced proficiency in:
  - Microsoft Excel, SQL, Looker Studio, Google Workspace, Data visualization tools, Cloud computing platforms, Healthcare IT systems, Cybersecurity protocols
• Experience with electronic health records (EHR) systems
• Knowledge of healthcare data protection standards
• Proven track record in healthcare technology implementation

What You’ll Get:

• Competitive compensation commensurate with level of experience; $20-22/hr
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Supportive team environment, and independent work opportunities
• Flexible scheduling of hours
• Flexible vacation policy, with paid time off accrual

Schedule: 15-20 hours/week, Part-Time, Hybrid (remote and in-person)

Education & Experience Requirements:

• Minimum of associate level collegiate degree or certification in data analytics, health information technology, computer science, healthcare informatics, or other related field 
• 3+ years of experience in a data analytics or healthcare IT related role
• Prior mental health field experience is a plus but not required