The Healthcare Information Management Systems Society (HIMSS) Global Health Conference & Exhibition is the world’s leading forum for healthcare information technology (IT) professionals, offering attendees unparalleled educational and networking opportunities. This annual conference, hosting both in-person and digital event sessions, brings together health informatics leaders, decision makers, vendors, instructors and students to discuss the industry’s current issues and trends impacting the field today. Topics include:
- Business sustainability: how to maximize returns on investment, manage logistical and supply chain challenges and drive scalability.
- Care delivery: the continuing rise and optimization of telehealth technologies, new ways to improve patient access to health services and which aspects of health dynamics are changing the face of the industry.
- Data and information management: improvements in interoperability taking shape across the industry, enhanced data architecture protocols and an analysis of what to expect from artificial intelligence.
- Organizational governance: how to train the leaders of tomorrow, broaden opportunities in the workplace and develop more efficient organizational cultures.
Alongside the above, professional development is also a focus of this year’s conference. Attendees can select from a multitude of professional development panels and events that offer valuable insight into career advancement. Professional development opportunities at HIMSS include:
1. Elevator Pitch 101
Biomedical engineer turned professional branding expert Grace Lanni — winner of the KPMG Stand-Out Startup Award and featured in the Austin Business Journal — will be at HIMSS22 to help you answer one simple question: How well can you articulate what you do and why you do it?
While operating her award-winning “All About That Brand” podcast or producing the “4 Days to Save the World” documentary available on Amazon and Apple TV, Grace Lanni has built a career around telling her story. Now, you have the chance to hear from her directly and craft your winning elevator pitch.
You’ll learn how to:
- Identify your unique selling points.
- Tell your story using the right words, quickly.
- Feel confident, professional and in control while explaining your offering.
Making the right elevator pitch is not as hard as you think with the right guidance. Once Grace helps you master the art of the pitch, you will be able to confidently share what you do with anyone, anywhere.
2. Interview Fundamentals
Is it true that you never get a second chance to make a first impression? As the Senior Vice President of HR and Business Operations at Axiom, Jennifer Haines has the answer, and wants to share it with you. Using her insight informed by years of recruiting experience, she’ll lead this discussion about preparing success during your job interview.
You’ll learn how to:
- Understand what recruiters and hiring managers — like Jennifer — are looking for during an interview.
- Plan your personal approach and presentation to help you effectively connect with hiring managers.
- Use your words and actions to build rapport with interviewers.
- Learn key negotiating techniques to get what you want, all while making a good impression.
Interviewing is one of the most important career skills to master; standing out among a sea of applicants can be a formidable challenge. In this engaging and practical presentation, Jennifer will equip you with the tools to do just that.
3. Interview Roleplay
If there’s one thing Jennifer Haines knows, it’s that practice makes perfect. In her follow-up to Interview Fundamentals, Jennifer will again be your guide, this time through a simulated interview experience. You’ll have the chance to hone your skills in a real-world scenario, using Jennifer’s lessons and insights to gain actual experience in a challenging, but fun, scenario.
You’ll work on:
- Your verbal delivery and use of body language.
- Practicing a variety of interview responses.
- How to handle tough questions with confidence.
- Putting yourself in the hiring manager’s shoes to start using that perspective to your advantage.
Successful interviews are an art form. This opportunity with Jennifer can give you new interview skills for future success. Don’t overlook this chance to learn from one of the industry’s most successful recruiting professionals.
4. Facilitated Career Development Mentoring Discussions
Join colleagues for a day of career development discussions with leading figures in healthcare information and technology. These focused panels center on industry trends, emerging career opportunities and new ways you can advance your skill set in this fast-paced field of health informatics.
This is your chance to:
- Deliver your elevator pitch and receive direct feedback from experts.
- Share your ideas and connect with peers to learn from their experiences.
- Learn valuable insights on the latest trends in data analytics and clinical informatics.
These panels are designed to help you develop your professional network, gain a better understanding of current market conditions and set you on the right path toward success. Walk away knowing your strengths and use your new networking strategies immediately.
5. HIMSS22 Career Fair
Held in the ample Rosen Center Grand Ballroom D, the HIMSS22 Career Fair is an exclusive event for job seekers and recruiters to network amid some of the world’s leading healthcare technology companies. Companies will be on-site to offer valuable informational sessions for prospective employees as well as to interview qualified candidates.
Get the chance to:
- Meet and greet with industry colleagues over a hearty breakfast.
- Attend top-tier educational sessions hosted by leading industry experts.
- Have your resume, cover letter and LinkedIn profile reviewed by professional career advisors and receive personalized feedback.
This one-of-a-kind event will let you interact with some of the best minds in healthcare IT. An additional Digital Career Fair is scheduled on March 24 for those who can’t make the in-person event.
Join USF Health on University Row, Lobby B, Kiosk UR34, during this engaging and informative experience.
