Health IT Jumpstart The Best First Step Toward an IT Career in Health Information Technology

Launch Your Health IT Career—Quickly and Effectively The healthcare industry′s move to electronic health records (EHRs), as well as regulations such as HIPAA and others, have created a strong need for IT professionals who are uniquely prepared to handle IT in the healthcare field. This practical guide is your best first step to a career in a fast–growing market. It covers front– and back–office workflows, clinician requirements, government regulations, and the complex network technologies and EHR systems that tie everything together. Inside, learn: The four essential pillars of the healthcare ecosystem Key regulations that affect IT, such as HIPAA, HITECH, and PCI Terms and acronyms you should know Essential front–office, back–office, nursing, and clinician workflows How to create, secure, maintain, distribute, and back up protected health information data Various clinical and administrative applications How to select the right EHR vendor In–Depth Coverage for Anyone Considering a Career in Health IT Vital Knowledge for IT Professionals Making the Transition to the HIT Market A Valuable Reference and Resource for Those Already in the Industry