Senior consultant

About Position: Architect with expertise in FHIR (Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources), HL7 (Health Level 7), and EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) standards. The ideal candidate will design and implement healthcare data integration solutions that ensure secure, scalable, and standards-compliant interoperability across systems such as EMRs/EHRs, payer platforms, and third-party healthcare applications.Role: Senior ConsultantLocation: All Persistent locationsExperience: 5 to 9 Years Job Type: Full Time EmploymentWhat You'll Do: Define and design enterprise-level interoperability solutions using FHIR, HL7 v2/v3, CDA, and EDI X12 standards.Establish data integration frameworks to ensure seamless exchange of clinical, administrative, and financial data.Lead API-first integration initiatives leveraging REST, JSON, XML, and secure messaging protocols.Provide technical leadership for integration projects with EMRs/EHRs (Epic, Cerner, Allscripts, etc.), payers, and HIEs.Implement FHIR-based APIs and facilitate adoption of SMART on FHIR apps.Oversee implementation of EDI transactions (e.g., 837, 835, 270/271, 278).Ensure interoperability designs comply with HIPAA, HITECH, GDPR, and other healthcare data regulations.Define best practices for security, auditing, monitoring, and high availability.Partner with product, engineering, and clinical stakeholders to align integration strategy with business goals.Expertise You'll Bring:Mentor development teams on FHIR, HL7, and EDI implementation best practices.Represent the organization in interoperability forums and industry discussions.Strong knowledge of FHIR R4, HL7 v2/v3, CDA, and EDI X12 standards.Experience with healthcare integration engines (e.g., Mirth Connect, Rhapsody, Cloverleaf, Ensemble, Mule Soft).Hands-on experience building FHIR-based APIs and integrating with major EMR/EHR systems.Deep understanding of EDI transactions (837, 835, 270/271, 276/277, 278, 834).Expertise in integration patterns (REST, SOAP, messaging, event-driven, microservices).Strong experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and API gateways.Familiarity with security standards (OAuth2.0, Open ID Connect, TLS, SAML).Proven ability to lead large-scale healthcare integration programs.Benefits:Competitive salary and benefits packageCulture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certificationsOpportunity to work with cutting-edge technologiesEmployee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awardsAnnual health check-upsInsurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parentsValues-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment:Persistent Ltd. is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employmentLet’s unleash your full potential at Persistent - persistent.com/careers“Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.”