Kenneth Ballard
About Kenneth Ballard
Kenneth Ballard is a Senior Software Engineer with extensive experience in healthcare software solutions, specializing in various medical fields. He has worked for notable organizations including Cerner Corporation and Epiq, contributing to healthcare IT and workflows.
Current Role at Epiq
Kenneth Ballard serves as a Senior Software Engineer at Epiq, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he focuses on developing software solutions tailored for the legal and business sectors. His expertise in healthcare-related specialties enhances his contributions to projects that intersect with healthcare IT. His experience at Epiq builds on his previous role as a Software Engineer at the same organization from 2016 to 2019.
Previous Experience in Software Engineering
Kenneth Ballard has a robust background in software engineering, having worked at several organizations prior to his current role. He was a Software Engineer at Cerner Corporation from 2009 to 2016, where he contributed to healthcare software solutions. Before that, he worked as a Software Developer at MediNotes Corporation from 2005 to 2008. His early career included a position as a Layout/Contributing Writer at Peru State College from 2002 to 2004.
Education and Expertise
Kenneth Ballard holds an Associate of Science (A.S.) in Computer Programming from Southwestern Community College, which he completed from 2000 to 2002. He also earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Business Administration, CMIS from Peru State College, graduating in 2004. His educational background supports his expertise in healthcare IT, particularly in areas such as dermatology, ophthalmology, cardiology, and pulmonology.
Healthcare IT Knowledge
Kenneth Ballard possesses extensive knowledge of healthcare workflows across various settings, including ambulatory, acute care, and both inpatient and outpatient environments. He has developed software solutions for diverse healthcare settings, including small practices and large hospital networks. His understanding of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other privacy regulations informs his work in healthcare IT.
Contributions to Software Development
Throughout his career, Kenneth Ballard has independently developed or contributed to software projects in various domains, including online gaming, information security, data integrity, email, image processing, and weather. His diverse skill set allows him to approach software development from multiple perspectives, enhancing his effectiveness in creating innovative solutions.