Connor Palmer

Connor Palmer

EMR Analyst Software Developer Pharmacist
AHPRA: PHA0002141427 Melbourne, Australia
Transforming healthcare through innovative IT solutions — bridging clinical expertise and technology to create smarter, safer, and more efficient healthcare systems that enable clinicians to focus on delivering exceptional patient care

About Me

I am an EMR analyst, software developer, and pharmacist specializing in healthcare technology. My unique blend of clinical expertise and software development skills enables me to bridge the gap between healthcare providers and digital solutions.

I develop innovative healthcare applications that enhance clinical workflows and patient care delivery, with experience across the full implementation lifecycle from requirements gathering to deployment.

Skills

Clinical Expertise

Pharmacy Practice
Registered pharmacist with experience in hospital pharmacy, medication management, and clinical pharmacy services.
Medication Safety
Specialized in medication safety, drug-drug interactions, and clinical decision support tools. Experience in implementing safeguards and alerts in EMR systems.
Patient-centred Care
Skilled in providing patient-centred care to patients and their caregivers, emphasising safety, efficiency, and patient satisfaction.
Clinical Analysis
Strong background in analyzing clinical requirements, mapping healthcare workflows, and translating clinical needs into technical solutions.
EMR Systems
Expert in EMR systems, particularly Cerner Millennium, with experience in medication database management and clinical documentation optimization.

Technical Skills

Frontend Development
Proficient in React, TypeScript, and modern JavaScript, CSS, and HTML. Experience with responsive design and component-based architecture.
Backend Development
Experienced with Node.js, ASP.NET Core, Python, Java, SQL, and CCL. Experience in developing APIs, managing databases, and implementing caching solutions.
Machine Learning
Experience with Python, Pandas, Scikit-Learn, and TensorFlow. I have an interest in natural language processing and retrieval augmented generation techniques.
Cloud & Infrastructure
Experience with Microsoft Azure services including App Service, Azure SQL, and Azure Functions. Familiar with cloud infrastructure deployment and management.
Healthcare Standards
Knowledge of healthcare interoperability standards including HL7, FHIR, and SMART on FHIR. Experience in implementing healthcare data exchange solutions.

Professional Skills

Requirements Analysis
Skilled in gathering and analyzing stakeholder requirements, creating detailed specifications, and ensuring solutions meet user needs.
Healthcare Informatics
Expertise in EMR systems, clinical workflows, and healthcare data management. Strong understanding of healthcare IT standards and best practices for improving clinical outcomes.
Change Management
Experience in supporting organizational change, particularly in healthcare IT implementations. Skilled in stakeholder engagement and adoption strategies.
Training & Education
Experienced in providing system training and education to healthcare providers, ensuring optimal utilization of EMR systems.
Project Experience
Experience working in agile project environments. Skilled in collaborative problem-solving and cross-functional team coordination.

Recent Projects

Consult & Referral List Application

Developed a patient list application using React and CCL, enabling efficient patient care management with features like list filtering, data interactivity, and custom filter saving.

Clinical Widgets Suite

Created embedded widgets for Cerner Powerchart using JavaScript and jQuery, supporting complex workflows including warfarin dosing communication and fluid balance monitoring.

Multidisciplinary Discharge Workflow

Key role in the design and implementation of a multidisciplinary discharge summary workflow using XHTML, XSLT, and JavaScript, ensuring coordinated and comprehensive patient care documentation across disciplines.

FHIR Integration API

Developed a Node.js backend with SQL and Redis cache to streamline FHIR server interactions, authentication, and authorization for multiple healthcare applications in development.

Wedding RSVP Platform

Built a full-stack website for my own wedding using ASP.NET Core 6, SQL, and React/TypeScript, featuring secure user sessions, RSVP management, and interactive visual elements.

Professional Experience

2023 - Present

EMR Analyst (Development and Medical Portfolios)

Austin Health

  • Lead development of a patient list application using React and CCL
  • Design and implement complex healthcare workflows, including the multidisciplinary discharge workflow
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize clinical systems
2022 - 2023

Pharmacy Analyst – Infusions Project

Austin Health

  • Designed and implemented medication infusion configurations
  • Developed custom clinical widgets for fluid balance and infusion management
2021 - 2022

Pharmacy Analyst

Austin Health

  • Managed Cerner Millennium medication database
  • Participated in cross-disciplinary committees for system improvements
  • Conducted code-upgrade testing and system maintenance
2017 - Present

Pharmacist & Pharmacy Intern

Austin Health

  • Conducted medication histories and clinical reviews
  • Provided comprehensive patient counseling and care
  • Managed pharmacy services and quality improvement initiatives

Education

2021 - Present

Master of Information Technology (Computing)

University of Melbourne

2019 - 2020

Graduate Certificate in Arts (Philosophy)

University of New England

2018

Graduate Certificate of Pharmacy Practice

Monash University

2016 - 2017

Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours)

Monash University

2011 - 2013

Bachelor of Science

University of Melbourne

Publications

Blood Purification
Sep 19, 2024

e-Prescribing, Charting, and Documentation for Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy: A Green Intensive Care Unit and Nephrology Initiative

A review article detailing the experience of transitioning CRRT therapy from paper to digital in the ICU. This paper may assist CRRT users design and develop similar prescribing, charting, and monitoring bedside computer opportunities in the desire for digital and green nephrology in the ICU.

Professional Memberships

HL7 Australia

Active Member

Healthcare Interoperability Standards

Australasian Institute of Digital Health

Active Member

Digital Health Advocacy