Healthcare Consultant - #190306

Who We Are

Mariner innovates always and everywhere, turning novel ideas into practical solutions. From products and services to venture creation, we build better futures powered by people. We partner with people embracing change, leveraging data, cybersecurity, cloud, and change management to drive successful business outcomes that matter to our customers.

Mariners build for change. Like SHIFT Energy, our energy management and decarbonization company. Or East Valley, created to scale social economic impact in our communities through investment and mentorship of emerging change-makers and their companies.

Mariner’s Purpose Has Always Been To Be a Great, Everlasting Technology Company And The Core Values That Guide Us Every Day Are

OUR VALUES

• We care for our team.
• We care about the impact we have on our community.
• We serve by solving complex problems.
• We grow because growth fuels opportunities.
• We innovate always and everywhere.
• We build a business that lasts.
  
  

Overview Of The Role

We are seeking a Healthcare Consultant with expertise in FHIR APIs, Electronic Medical Records (EMRs), and the eHealth ecosystem to support our client's healthcare technology initiatives. The ideal candidate will play a key role in integrating healthcare systems, optimizing patient records management, and ensuring compliance with provincial reporting and analytics requirements.

This opportunity is open to both full-time salaried employees and independent contractors.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING IN THE ROLE: 

• Provide expertise on FHIR (Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources) APIs and facilitate seamless EMR integration with healthcare applications.
• Work with clinical and technical teams to define data interoperability requirements.
• Support the design and implementation of digital health solutions across healthcare organizations.
• Ensure efficient patient record exchange while maintaining compliance with privacy and security regulations.
• Leverage platforms like Ocean by CognisantMD for digital patient engagement and data collection.
• Support data-driven decision-making by improving analytics frameworks for health data reporting.
  
  

WHAT SKILLS / QUALIFICATIONS YOU’LL NEED TO DO THE JOB:  

• 5+ years of experience in healthcare consulting, digital health, or health IT.
• Strong knowledge of FHIR APIs, HL7 standards, and EMR systems (e.g., Epic, Cerner, Meditech, OSCAR, or similar).
• Experience working with eHealth solutions, patient portals, and digital health tools like Ocean by CognisantMD.
• Familiarity with provincial healthcare regulations, reporting requirements, and data analytics frameworks.
• Understanding of privacy and security standards (PHIPA, PIPEDA, HIPAA, etc.).
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams, including clinicians, IT specialists, and policymakers.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on improving healthcare outcomes.
• Previous work in health system transformation and interoperability initiatives.
  
  

Nice-to-Have

• Experience with JIRA for project and task management.
• Familiarity with Salesforce, particularly in a healthcare or referral management context.
  
  

  …AND YOU ARE... 

• Always improving your skills and knowledge: you want to be the best at what you do   
• Curious and creative; comfortable taking on new problems and challenges 
• A self-starter with the ability to recommend priorities to the project leader  
• Comfortable working through problems and figuring things out with minimal supervision 
• Great problem-solving skills: thorough and reliable 
• Able to work in a team: share knowledge and assist other team members 
• A good communicator: able to explain your ideas and recommendations 
• Well organized and dependable under pressure: you manage your time effectively 
• Energized by our company values!   
  
  

MARINER OFFERS YOU:  

• A values-driven workplace where people really matter
• Flexible work location support for remote work/work from home. Some on-site work may be required.
• Competitive salary, retirement savings program, and rewards program 
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance plans and access to e-health care 
• Paid vacation, maternity/parental leave, paid sick leave and paid Mariner MyLife days 
• Unlimited training  
  
  

WHY MARINER? We believe in making a positive impact in the communities where we live and work! Not only are we passionate about nurturing a thriving technology sector here in Atlantic Canada, but we are also committed to solving technology challenges that will make an impact worldwide. Technology is everlasting, and we take pride in connecting world class talent to world class projects and business solutions. If you are an IT Professional, Software Professional, or Management Consultant, that is passionate about career development, data, and problem solving, we want to hear from you! If this sounds like someone you know, share this with them so they do not miss the opportunity to experience Mariner! To achieve this, we know we need to be all in on training and development of our team so we can continue to move the needle in the technology sector together. Of course, we offer competitive compensation and benefits packages to our team, but our competitive edge is the development and training that our team experiences every day. Be part of our vibrant community that values diversity and embraces inclusion at every level. We are committed to fostering a culture where individuals from all backgrounds and walks of life feel empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. Our collaborative environment celebrates the richness of ideas and experiences, and we believe that by embracing diversity, we can achieve greater innovation and excellence together. Come and help us create a workplace that reflects the beautiful tapestry of our global community. Join our growing team!