This document is in draft form to be reviewed by community members. The perspectives identified in this draft are have not been approve and do not reflect the view of the group.

 

This page defines the point of service perspective for OpenHIE implementers. This page aims to define the perspective and implications for point of service implementers utilizing mobile, clinic, HMIS, Lab and Hospital systems as outlined in the graphic below:

Core Principles

The Point of Service (PoS) implementer perspective embodies the following core principles:

Sample Roles of PoS Implementers

Point of Service implementers embody a myriad of skills and positions. Here are few sample roles of individuals who could be considered PoS implementers:

PoS Implementer vs OpenHIE Implementer

Generally speaking, a PoS implementer is someone who has no ownership of the operation of the HIE, but uses the HIE as a service. PoS implementers focus on accessing and contributing information. OpenHIE implementers are a completely separate class of implementer. They include a number of subject matter experts, component layer engineers, IHE standards specialists and operational support technicians.

Expectations

Below is a list of items that allow us to better support PoS implementers: