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Sela Okemba

North Versailles,PA

Summary

Seasoned IT professional with over 15 years in healthcare, excelling in the management of complex IT projects and driving effective technological transitions. Proficient in advanced data analytics and systems management across HIS, RIS, and LIS, enhancing operational efficiencies and patient outcomes. Strong leader in nonprofit IT strategy, effectively aligning technology initiatives with organizational goals. Demonstrated expertise in digital transformation, compliance, and security with comprehensive knowledge of HL7, HIPAA, PPACA, LOINC, and SNOMED standards.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Software Administrator

JFCS Pittsburgh
10.2022 - Current
  • Deployed software updates using automation tools to enhance system security and management, achieving streamlined operations and compliance
  • Established and managed user accounts with customized permissions on Active Directory, enhancing system security and user access control
  • Resolved a variety of hardware, software, network, and server application issues, reducing system downtime and improving operational efficiency
  • Trained staff on computer system use, email configuration, and virus protection installation, increasing organizational competency and security
  • Implemented robust security policies that safeguarded sensitive data from unauthorized access, significantly strengthening data security measures
  • Performed network security design and integration duties.
    Implemented, developed and tested installation and update of file servers, print servers and application servers.

Key Projects:

  • Led the migration from Google Workspace to Microsoft 365 boosting data security by 50%, which aligned with digital transformation goals and significantly reduced data breach risks
  • (September 2023 - March 2024) Created workflows in 11 different languages for a Visitor Management System, enhancing security by 40% and visitor experience by streamlining entry processes
  • Designed and launched a ticketing system using Microsoft Forms in July 2024, with integrated automations that ensured a 45% improvement in ticket response times, directly contributing to increased user satisfaction and operational efficiency.

Mental Health Technician

Forbes Hospital (AHN)
08.2021 - 04.2024
  • Enhanced System Integration Collaborated with multi-disciplinary teams to support and improve applications and workflows, efficiently managing over 100 change requests annually, which bolstered system adaptability and elevated user satisfaction
  • Data Analysis Expertise Conducted detailed analyses of data from EMRs, including Epic and Cerner, contributing to a 15% improvement in patient outcomes through refined care strategies and superior clinical decision-making
  • Data Integrity and Compliance Administered rigorous data integrity checks and served as a subject matter expert in data analysis, achieving a 98% accuracy rate in data reporting and significantly minimizing discrepancies in patient records, while ensuring compliance with HIPAA standards.

Independent Contractor

Uber Eats
06.2020 - 09.2021

HIM Technician

UPMC
02.2019 - 06.2020
  • Coded and abstracted medical records according to ICD-10-CM and CPT coding guidelines.
  • Conducted quality improvement and customer satisfaction surveys to evaluate patient care.
  • Upheld HIPAA regulations and standards for protecting patient information.

Teacher/ Counselor

Passavant Memorial Homes
01.2016 - 01.2019

Psych Aide

University of Missouri Psych Center
01.2006 - 01.2015

Education

Master of Science (M.S.) - Health Information Management

Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN
05.2022

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Health Science

University of Missouri
Columbia, MO
05.2010

Skills

  • Application support
  • Disaster Recovery
  • Database Administration
  • Software Licensing
  • Virtualization Technologies
  • System Administration
  • Hardware Installation
  • User Support
  • Technical Troubleshooting
  • Application Configuration
  • Software Deployment
  • Incident Management

Careerhighlight

  • Digital Transformation Achievements: Led migration from Google Workspace to Microsoft 365, increasing data security by 50%; crafted multilingual workflows, enhancing system security and user experience by 40%.
  • Operational Efficiency Improvements: Developed and deployed a Microsoft Forms-based ticketing system with automations that enhanced ticket response efficiency by 45%, boosting user satisfaction and operational performance.
  • Healthcare IT Mastery: Proven expertise in healthcare IT, managing EHI and upholding standards like HL7, HIPAA, and SNOMED; skilled in SQL, IBM Cognos, EPIC, and .NET among others, supporting advanced healthcare systems and data management.

Volunteer Experience

MomsRising, MomsRising Fellow, Pittsburgh, PA, 03/01/2023 - 12/01/2023

  • Monitored legislative developments closely to identify potential areas of action.
  • Analyzed current political trends to anticipate potential challenges or opportunities

Jewish Healthcare Foundation, Salk Health Activist Fellow, Pittsburgh, PA, 09/01/2021 - 12/01/2021

  • Conducted research on relevant legal and policy matters to inform advocacy efforts.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to coordinate resources and ensure successful execution of plans.

Timeline

Software Administrator

JFCS Pittsburgh
10.2022 - Current

Mental Health Technician

Forbes Hospital (AHN)
08.2021 - 04.2024

Independent Contractor

Uber Eats
06.2020 - 09.2021

HIM Technician

UPMC
02.2019 - 06.2020

Teacher/ Counselor

Passavant Memorial Homes
01.2016 - 01.2019

Psych Aide

University of Missouri Psych Center
01.2006 - 01.2015

Master of Science (M.S.) - Health Information Management

Purdue University

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Health Science

University of Missouri
Sela Okemba