Kwabena Oseitutu
Brookshire,TX
Summary
Seeking opportunities to effectively demonstrate training and experience in a dynamic environment. Skilled in developing and implementing Health Information System solutions and laboratory medical device instrumentation. Capable of providing recommendations for end user support initiatives. Known for tackling challenging issues, analyzing alternatives, and delivering innovative solutions within clients\' financial and time constraints. Recognized by managers and clients for persistence, personal integrity, and the ability to work well both independently and as part of a team. Committed to overcoming technical challenges and continuously enhancing problem-solving effectiveness through a lifelong dedication to learning.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Cerner CareAware iBus MDI Consultant
Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare
10.2023 - 08.2024
- Build new LMDI interfaces for Abbott Chemistry MDI Project for all facilities using CareAware iBus LMDIs
- Add additional Cerner build that align with the new MDI implementations
- Deploy any necessary drivers using iBus Solution Deployer
- Gather any vendor LIS specification documentation as needed to complete the project
- Support the LIS and lab during testing and validation
- Convert legacy MDIs to iBus MDI/LMDIs
- Perform connectivity testing for each MDI device
Cerner CareAware iBus MDI Consultant
Life Bridge Health
06.2022 - 10.2023
- Build MDIs for a newly acquired facility to be implemented into Cerner Millennium using CareAware iBus/iBus Cloud and Phoenix
- Deploy any necessary drivers using iBus Solution Deployer
- Gather any vendor LIS specification documentation as needed to complete the project
- Support the LIS and lab during testing and validation
- Build RALS POC MDI to move from legacy to iBus
- Perform connectivity testing for each MDI device
- Support the Go-Live
Cerner PathNet/MDI Consultant
UHS
07.2019 - 06.2022
- Assigned to the MDI Projects for new Gen Lab, Micro and Blood Bank lab instrumentation using CareAware iBus/iBus Cloud and Phoenix for multiple healthcare facilities across the health system in three different Cerner systems for each time zone
- Complete the application build for the new instrumentation
- Perform connectivity testing for each MDI device
- Support the Lab during Connectivity and validation testing
- Support the Go-Live for each MDI Project that was assigned for each facility
Cerner PathNet/MDI Consultant
Dignity Health
06.2018 - 07.2019
- Implement the enterprise Abbott instrumentation project upgrade for all facilities
- Build MDIs for Abbott instruments and Data Innovations middleware connectivity with automation using CareAware iBus and Phoenix/MDI Install Tool
- Perform connectivity testing for each MDI device
- Complete the Gen Lab application build and support the lab during testing and validation
- Support the Go-Live for each facility
Cerner PathNet/MDI Consultant
MD Anderson Cancer Center, TMC
10.2014 - 05.2018
- Managed MDI project for client conversion from Cerner Classic to Millennium
- Responsible for interfacing over ninety laboratory instruments and managing 62 interfaces utilizing CareAware iCommand/iBus
- Gathered vendor LIS specifications, alias build, connectivity testing and net new Devices to include testing alpha drivers and evidence gathering for Cerner engineers
- Experienced in utilizing Phoenix
- Responsible for interfacing POCT devices with Telcor QML
- Responsible for interfacing Sysmex WAM, Roche DI, Epicenter and Myla data management systems
- Perform knowledge transfer with client
- Worked with Lantronix term servers and TCP/IP connection to CareAware iCommand/iBus
- Support client with MDI unit testing and validation
Cerner PathNet Consultant
Community Health Systems
11.2013 - 09.2014
- On-site analyst responsible for system conversion to Cerner PathNet
- Performed system analysis and crosswalk of current state to future state
- Responsible for completion of Cerner data collection workbooks for software conversion
- Manage lab unit testing and MDI unit testing for system validation
- Responsible for facility Reference Lab testing across Cerner RLNI
- Manage, analyze, and troubleshoot lab implementation as part of project team for GO-Live system conversion
- Responsible for Zebra Printer configuration, testing and validation of lab labels
Systems Analyst (LIS), Cerner Pathnet
University of Maryland Medical System, Baltimore, MD
08.2010 - 11.2013
- Instrumental team member in IT clinical projects for multiple healthcare information systems
- Implementation of HIT applications, system testing, validation, and system support
- Administered support for Cerner Millennium projects as a team member in the design, build and testing phases of application solutions
- Experienced in orders design, build, testing and implementation
- Responsible for design, build, test, and implementation of POC i-STAT devices to RALS Plus vendor solution and interfaced into LIS for PICU/IMC & ED
- Performed complex analysis, design, development, testing and support services for HIS
- Responsible for design, build, test, and implementation of Cardiac Markers for Pathfast POC device to Telcor QML vendor solution and interfaced into LIS for ED
- Responsible for day-to-day tracking and follow-up on issues and questions of daily operations
- Applications analysis and impact analysis of new or different applications, processes, or changes
- Team member for application support and guidance to end users and provided technical guidance to less experienced personnel
- Also provide on-call support for application problems along with assessing problems and identifying resolutions
- Developed testing scripts and participated in testing
- Responsible for written documentation of several types; application documentation, analytical reports, functional specifications, training manuals, status reports, etc
- Involved with project planning discussions in cost estimation, time frames, staffing requirements, and preparation of cost justifications for assigned projects
- Assisted in the designing for each application assigned, under the control of the change management process and user development request
- Experienced in laboratory instrumentation integration using vendor middleware and point to point interfacing
- Understanding of HL7 language
- Ortho J&J Vitros, Sysmex, Stago, TEG, Radiometer ABL 725 & 800 and Iris IQ 200 with Velocity new lab instrumentation upgrades for multiple core laboratories to include Ortho automation track system and Sysmex HST
- Experienced in analysis, troubleshooting and resolution for medical device interfaces (MDI)
EMR Systems Support (Cerner Millennium)
University of Maryland Medical System, Baltimore, MD
10.2008 - 08.2010
- Provided appropriate information for escalated issues to System Analysts; obtained specifications for customer requests
- Assisted with team projects, implementation and testing for health information system upgrades
- Maintained an inventory of all equipment installed and parts used and needed for reorder
- Performed technical downloads and PC configurations
- Maintained proficiency in IT systems, policies and procedures as required
- Gathered data from clients to assist with problem determination/resolution and/or design/build of change request
- Provided constant follow up to customers throughout the investigation until resolution of issues
- Trained staff on the use and functionality of hardware and clinical software applications
Nurse Technician
University of Maryland Medical Center, Baltimore, MD
12.1998 - 10.2008
- Performed direct patient care nursing tasks under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and performed various tasks as competency documentation designated
- Work occasionally required internal contacts outside the work group to exchange relevant information
- Communication with external clients involved providing or giving information
Medical Specialist with Rank of Sergeant
U. S Army
11.1992 - 03.2000
Education
Certificate - PMI - Project Management
CCBC Essex Campus
Essex, MD01.2010
Certificate - HITECH - EHR/IT Specialist
CCBC Essex Campus
Essex, MD01.2010
Certificate - Cerner Millennium Fundamentals
University Of Maryland Medical System
Baltimore, MD01.2009
Certificate - Network Technician
CCBC
Essex, MD01.2000
Certificate - CompTIA A
UMBC Training Center
Baltimore, MD01.1999
Skills
- PathNet Build and Implementation
- Cerner Tools
- Laboratory Instrumentation Integration to Vendor Middleware
- CareAware iBus and Cloud iBus MDI/LMDI Build and Implementation
- COPAN Wasplab Microbiology Total Lab Automation (TLA)
- Lab Automated Robotics Line/Track System for Chemistry and Hematology
- POC Build and Interfaces to Cerner Pathnet with RALS, Telcor QML, Roche Infinity and Nova Net
- Hardware & Software
- Problem-solving
- HIPAA compliance
- Remote support
- Attention to detail
- End user support
- Application support
- Workflow optimization
- Cerner implementation
Timeline
Cerner CareAware iBus MDI Consultant
Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare
10.2023 - 08.2024
Cerner CareAware iBus MDI Consultant
Life Bridge Health
06.2022 - 10.2023
Cerner PathNet/MDI Consultant
UHS
07.2019 - 06.2022
Cerner PathNet/MDI Consultant
Dignity Health
06.2018 - 07.2019
Cerner PathNet/MDI Consultant
MD Anderson Cancer Center, TMC
10.2014 - 05.2018
Cerner PathNet Consultant
Community Health Systems
11.2013 - 09.2014
Systems Analyst (LIS), Cerner Pathnet
University of Maryland Medical System, Baltimore, MD
08.2010 - 11.2013
EMR Systems Support (Cerner Millennium)
University of Maryland Medical System, Baltimore, MD
10.2008 - 08.2010
Nurse Technician
University of Maryland Medical Center, Baltimore, MD
12.1998 - 10.2008
Medical Specialist with Rank of Sergeant
U. S Army
11.1992 - 03.2000
Certificate - HITECH - EHR/IT Specialist
CCBC Essex Campus
Certificate - Cerner Millennium Fundamentals
University Of Maryland Medical System
Certificate - Network Technician
CCBC
Certificate - CompTIA A
UMBC Training Center
Certificate - PMI - Project Management
CCBC Essex Campus
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