In the rapidly evolving landscape of healthcare, seamless integration of advanced technological systems is paramount to delivering efficient, high-quality patient care. Hamilton Health Care System, Inc. (HHCS), a leading healthcare provider renowned for its advanced care and personalized service, recognized the need to upgrade its electronic health records (EHR) system to enhance operational efficiency and patient outcomes. With only a 12-month window for implementation, HHCS also faced a potential human capital shortage in terms of headcount and technical skills to manage the implementation and keep daily operations running in unison. HHCS partnered with Medix Technology, a distinguished staffing partner specializing in flexible and cost-effective workforce solutions, to find the right talent for their project needs.
About Hamilton Health Care System
- Not-for-profit, fully integrated health system serving the northwest Georgia region
- Offers innovative treatment options in state-of-the-art facilities
- One of Georgia’s leading, academic teaching hospitals
The Challenge
Hamilton Health Care System was given a 12-month timeline to innovate their electronic health records. Unfortunately, given the size of the project, HHCS experienced difficulty finding specialized talent within their local market to staff the Epic implementation.
The Solution
Hamilton Health Care System partnered with Medix, a leading healthcare technology staffing company with decades of EHR and Epic implementation experience.
HHCS chose Medix for these reasons:
- Unique business model that finds local talent to help through all stages of Epic’s product life cycle
- Cost savings with temp-to-hire and temporary talent in comparison to a traditional consultant-based project model
- A true partnership, based on trust, communication, and execution
The Results
Epic implementation completed on time and under budget.
- Personalized Approach: Medix utilized its exclusive MedixDirect and MedixFlex staffing models. MedixDirect enables organizations to quickly build a team of local Epic analysts at up to 40% lower cost than traditional EHR consultants, with the option to convert staff to full-time employees at the completion of their contract. MedixFlex enables organizations with temporary, hourly consultants for implementation-specific responsibilities without hiring commitments – plus, is priced below standard market rates for Epic consultants – as a complement to Medix’s suite of staffing solutions deployed.
- Cost Savings: By partnering with Medix, HHCS was able to complete their epic implementation under budget.
- Exceptional Satisfaction: HHCS had a successful implementation, running their business smoothly post implementation, and converting MedixDirect talent to full-time employment continuing to meet the Epic needs of their healthcare system.
“MedixDirect is a really unique model that brings tremendous value. We wouldn’t have been able to find skilled Epic talent in our local market without Medix, especially given the size of the project.”
John Forrester, Vice President, Chief Information Officer
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