Health Information Technology
Program
Health IT Workforce Roles Training Grant
Student Selection Procedure
Pima Community College
This document summarizes the application and selection procedures for the Health IT Workforce Roles Train-ing Program. Interested students must submit the Application For Admission Into Health IT Workforce Roles Training. Pima Community College has elected to prepare six Health IT Workforce Roles (see attached list). Selection criteria for admission are based on documented skill sets and knowledge verified through education and work experience in Health Care, Health Infomation Technology/Management or Information Technology. Individual applications will be reviewed as the curriculum for accepted applicants is developed based on the applicant pool’s documented skills and knowledge. Software application proficiency will benefit applicants as instruction is designed for not only onsite but also distance education (Web-based).
HITECH Grant
The national Health and Human Services Department, as part of the American Reinvestment and Recovery Act of 2009 (ARRA), provided funds for institutions of higher education to train healthcare and information technology workers in electronic health records conversion. The project is designed to prepare workers within six months in the kind of computerized health information systems that are being installed by hospitals and medical offices across the nation.
Community colleges funded under this initiative will establish intensive training programs that can be com-pleted in six months or less. Pima Community College is working closely with the Arizona Regional Extension Center (REC) to develop this program and plans to train 300 individuals in electronic medical records conver-sion and maintenance over the two years of the grant.
Upon acceptance into the program, students are required to meet with the program advisor. Selection is based upon evaluation of a complete application, which includes the following:
• Application for Admission into Health IT Workforce Roles Training;
• Detailed résumé demonstrating work experience related to Health Care, Health Information Technology/Management or Information Technology;
• Student Assessment Form;
• Unofficial college transcript(s) for each college/university attended;
• Copies of licensure, certification, credential and awarding organization if applicable;
• If applicable, Employer Letter of Support/Commitment of Training Program on organization’s letter-head with original signature.
Health Information Technology
Program
Health IT Workforce Roles Training Grant
Education
Pima Community College
Education Work Experience Industry Credentials
Information Technology professionals: AS Degree BS Degree MS Degree Industry Training
Two years working with health information systems, electronic health records, database management systems, networks or wireless communications, related to health information or electronic data interchange IT Technicians Recognized IT industry credentials Identify Health Information Management professionals Health Informatics AS Degree BS Degree MS Degree Industry Training
Two years working with health information systems, electronic health records, database management sys-tems, or other related field Two years experience directly related to the daily processes of Health Infor-mation Management, includ-ing documentation analysis, release of information, health information systems imple-mentation, etc. • Hospital Setting • Physician Office Setting • Other RHIT RHIA CHDA
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Education Work Experience Industry Credentials
Health Care Professions (with health care/clinical experience) AS Degree BS Degree MS Degree in a healthcare discipline PhD MD DDS DO DMD DPM DC Optometrist Medical Assistant Industry Training
Two years experience directly related to health information management processes in electronic or paper-based systems; database management or information technology in a hospital, clinic or physician office
Physician office setting: Physician office manager or staff with two years experience in the
management of the patient records (may include databases, demographic and payer information, insurance billing, etc).
RN LVN, CCS, CPC NP, Licensed clinical practitioner Health Service Managers Health Care Administration Management Public Health AS Degrees BS Degree Masters: MPH MBA MHA Industry Training
Two years working with health information systems, electronic health records, database management systems, networks or wireless communications related to health information or electronic data interchange IT Technicians Veteran Active Duty Spouse Widow/Widower AS Degree BS Degree MS Degree Officers Training Industry Training
Two years working with health information systems, electronic health records, database management systems, networks or wire-less communications, IT technicians, related to health information or electronic data interchange in private sector.
Employed currently at the VA, DoD, or Indian Health Service, or military base in Health Information or information technology department with a minimum of one year experience
Officers
HEALTH IT WORKFORCE TRAINING
Student Application Form
To be considered for the Health IT Workforce Training Program, please fill in the information below as completely and accurately as possible.
Student Information
First Name MI Last Name
Address 1 Address 2
City State Zip Code
Phone Email Address
Race/Ethnicity Sex Marital Status
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African American○
Male○
Married○
Asian○
Female○
Separated○
Caucasian○
Divorced○
Hispanic○
Domestic Partner○
Native American○
Single Parent○
Other○
UnmarriedHealth IT Workforce Training Program
Please indicate which Health Information Technology role you wish to train for
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Trainer○
Implementation Manager○
Implementation Support Specialist○
Clinician/Practitioner Consultant○
Technical/Software Support Staff○
Practice Workflow & Information Mgmt Redesign SpecialistWork Experience
Please list Health Care-related work experience
Please list Information Technology-related work experience
Academics
CompletedVocational/Trade School City State
CompletedName of College City State
CompletedName of College City State
CompletedName of College City State
Check All That Apply
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Certificate○
2-Year Degree○
4-Year Degree○
Multiple Degrees○
Post-Graduate DegreePlease list Health Care-related educational experience
Please list Information Technology-related experience
Additional information about your education relevant to this application
Fax (520-206-7011) or mail registration packet and required documentation to: Pima Community College, Health Information Technology
ATTN: HITECH Program 1255 N. Stone Ave., RV-150 Tucson, AZ 85709 Email: [email protected] Required Documentation: • Application Packet: - Application Form
- Veterans & Eligible Spouses Priority of Service Form (if applicable) - Student Assessment Form
• Copy of current résumé
• Letter on letterhead from current/previous employer to verify experience • Copy of unofficial college transcript showing degree conferred
• Copy of industry certifications Application Process:
• You will receive email confirmation of eligibility • Qualified applicants will meet with program advisor
• Enrollment in courses will be on a first-come, first-served basis and veterans priority eligibility • Applications lacking required information or documentation will not be considered
***Please keep a copy for your records***
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