Workforce Development School Telehealth Technology Consultant - OHIO Residency Required

MAKE A DIFFERENCE AT OCHIN

OCHIN is a rapidly growing national nonprofit health IT organization with over two decades of experience transforming health care delivery to drive health equity. When you choose to join OCHIN, you have the opportunity to continuously grow your skills and do meaningful work to help fulfill our mission.

OCHIN provides leading-edge technology, data analytics, research, and support services to nearly 1,000 community health care sites, reaching nearly 6 million patients nationally. We believe that every individual, no matter their race, ethnicity, background, or zip code, should have fair opportunity to achieve their full health potential. Our work addresses differences in health that are systemic, avoidable, and unjust. We partner, learn, innovate, and advocate, in order to close the gap in health for individuals and communities negatively impacted by racism or other structural inequities.

At OCHIN, we value the unique perspectives and experiences of every individual and work hard to maintain a culture of belonging.

Founded in Oregon in 2000, OCHIN employs a growing virtual workforce of more than 1,200 diverse professionals, working remotely across 50 states. We offer a generous compensation package and are committed to supporting our employees' entire well-being by fostering a healthy work-life balance and equitable opportunity for professional advancement. We are curious, collaborative learners who strive to live our values everyday: Learning, Heart, Belonging, and Impact. OCHIN is excited to support our continued national expansion and the increasing demand for our innovative tools and services by welcoming new talent to our growing team.

Position Overview - OHIO Residency required

The Workforce Development School Telehealth Technology Consultant is responsible for advising and supporting schools on the selection, installation, and optimization of telehealth technology solutions. This role ensures that technology recommendations align with HIPAA and 42 C.F.R. compliance, are non-proprietary, scalable, and interoperable with other systems to meet each school's telehealth needs effectively. The consultant will work closely with school district IT staff, state agencies, and vendors to assist with equipment recommendations, room selection, and technology testing, ensuring that telehealth services are delivered securely and efficiently. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in IT infrastructure and telehealth implementation, with a preference for experience in educational settings. Additional consideration will be given to candidates with prior grant experience and those residing in Ohio to better align with state-specific regulations.

Essential Duties

Technology Equipment Recommendations:

• Provide schools with a range of technology solution recommendations, including equipment options such as mobile carts, fixed units, cameras, and other necessary telehealth devices.
• Ensure all recommendations meet HIPAA and 42 C.F.R. compliance standards, are non-proprietary, and allow for future scalability and interoperability with other systems.
• Work with school administrators to outline options at various price points, ensuring alignment with the school's budget and specific needs.

Room Selection and Environmental Recommendations:

Assist schools in selecting appropriate rooms for telehealth services, ensuring privacy, security, and compliance with clinical service delivery standards.

• Recommend any necessary remodeling or environmental modifications to create safe, secure, and compliant telehealth spaces.

Technology Upgrades and Infrastructure Support:

• Collaborate with the state of Ohio and vendors to recommend technology upgrades, such as redundant lines and last-mile connections, for reliable telehealth access.
• Provide guidance on room connection installations to enhance telehealth capabilities within the school infrastructure.

Technology Testing and System Validation:

• Support the school district in testing newly installed telehealth technology to validate performance, functionality, and compliance with security standards.
• Troubleshoot any technical issues and provide feedback to school IT staff to ensure all systems are working optimally before use.

Training and Resource Development:

• Develop and deliver training sessions for school staff and healthcare providers on using video technology and telehealth platforms.
• Create a straightforward "How-To" guide and troubleshooting manual to support school staff and providers in effective technology use.

Collaboration with School IT Staff:

• Partner closely with existing school IT staff, providing support, knowledge sharing, and collaborative troubleshooting to ensure cohesive telehealth technology integration.

Ongoing Technical Updates and Training:

• Conduct periodic technical updates and refreshers as needed to maintain optimal telehealth technology performance.
• Offer regular staff training sessions to keep school personnel up-to-date on system usage, compliance requirements, and troubleshooting best practices.

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field.
• Required: Minimum of 3 years in IT infrastructure roles, with hands-on experience in telehealth implementation.
• Preferred: Experience implementing telehealth technology solutions in schools and
• Familiarity with grant-funded project compliance.
• Ohio residency required to support compliance with state-specific regulations.
• Proficiency with networking, equipment installation, and troubleshooting telehealth technology.
• Strong communication skills to effectively train and support school staff and providers.
• Ability to recommend scalable, interoperable, and non-proprietary technology solutions.
• Candidates will be required to travel approximately 75% or more throughout the state of OHIO

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement

To keep our colleagues, members, and communities safe, OCHIN requires all employees-including remote employees, contractors, interns, and new hires-to be vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccine, as supported by state and federal public health officials, as a condition of employment. All new hires are required to provide proof of full vaccination or receive approval for a medical or religious exemption before their hire date.

Work Location and Travel Requirements

OCHIN is a 100% remote organization with no physical corporate office location. Employees work remotely from home and many of our positions also support our member organizations on-site for new software installations. Nationwide travel is determined based on OCHIN business needs. Please inquire during the interview process about travel requirements for this position.

Work from home requirements are:

• Ability to work independently and efficiently from a home office environment
• High Speed Internet Service
• It is a requirement that employees work in a distraction free workplace

We offer a comprehensive range of benefits. See our website for details: https://ochin.org/employment-openings

Equal Opportunity Statement

OCHIN is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills for the benefit of our staff, our mission, and the communities we serve.

As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, OCHIN does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, marital or civil union status, parental status, age, disability status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristics. All aspects of employment are based on merit, performance, and business needs.

Base Pay Overview

The typical offer range for this role is minimum to midpoint ($77235 - $96544), with the midpoint representing the average pay in a national market scope for this position. Please keep in mind that this range represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual salary offer will consider a wide range of factors directly relevant to this position, including, but not limited to, skills, knowledge, training, responsibility, and experience, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

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