HL7 Interoperability Architect

Mind Computing is seeking a full-time, 100% remote HL7 Interoperability Architect to support a project with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The ideal candidate will serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), designing and implementing enterprise-level healthcare interoperability solutions. This role requires extensive expertise in HL7 v2/v3, CDA/C-CDA, and FHIR standards, along with experience integrating VistA systems, commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) applications, and modern Electronic Health Record (EHR) platforms. The SME will collaborate with VA technical teams, clinical stakeholders, enterprise architects, and project leadership to ensure interoperability solutions align with VA enterprise architecture, the One-VA Technical Reference Model (TRM), and applicable federal security and interoperability standards. The candidate must reside within the continental US. Responsibilities: Design, develop, and maintain enterprise interoperability architectures supporting healthcare data exchange between VistA systems, COTS applications, and external healthcare partners. Define and guide the implementation of HL7 v2.x, HL7 v3, CDA/C-CDA, and FHIR standards to enable secure, reliable, and standardized healthcare information exchange. Ensure interoperability solutions align with the VA Technical Reference Model (TRM), One-VA Enterprise Architecture, and applicable federal privacy and security requirements, including FIPS and VA Handbook 6500. Support the development and implementation of generic HL7 interfaces for Text Integration Utilities (TIU) and other VistA modules to facilitate integration with external systems. Participate in Standards Development Organization (SDO) and Standards Recognition Organization (SRO) activities, including standards reviews, ballot participation, and evaluation of emerging interoperability standards and healthcare vocabularies. Lead the development and coordination of architectural documentation, including design patterns, Concepts of Operations (CONOPs), interface specifications, and technical recommendations. Provide technical input on project tasks, milestones, and risks to the VA Enterprise Program Management Office (EPMO). Perform additional duties as needed to support project objectives and organizational innovation initiatives. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Health Informatics, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience. 8–10+ years of IT experience, including at least 5 years focused on healthcare interoperability and HL7 standards within a large enterprise environment. Expert-level knowledge of HL7 v2.x messaging standards and their application to clinical data exchange and healthcare workflows. Extensive experience with HL7 FHIR R4/R5, CDA, and C-CDA standards and their implementation in healthcare interoperability solutions. Strong experience designing enterprise integration architectures and working with interface engines such as Rhapsody, Mirth Connect, or InterSystems Ensemble. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex interoperability requirements into practical architectural solutions. Excellent technical documentation, communication, and collaboration skills, including the ability to serve as a technical liaison between engineering teams, clinical stakeholders, architects, and program leadership. Additional Qualifications: Prior experience supporting the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), VA Office of Information and Technology (OI&T), or Veterans Health Administration (VHA). Experience with VistA, VistA Imaging, EHR modernization initiatives, or transitioning legacy client-server systems to modern web-based platforms. Knowledge of DICOM imaging integration, federal data governance, healthcare data segmentation, and privacy-related interoperability requirements. Ability to obtain a government security clearance. Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision 401k with Employer Match PTO + Federal Holidays Corporate Laptop Training Opportunities Remote Opportunity Note: Selected candidates will be required to complete fingerprinting at a government facility and undergo a background check as part of the hiring process. Mind Computing is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status. At this time, we are unable to offer sponsorship.