Thomas Hutchinson
About Thomas Hutchinson
Thomas Hutchinson is a Lead Software Developer at Meditech, where he has worked since 2005. He has a background in medical technology and software engineering, with experience in developing coding standards and mentoring new employees.
Work at Meditech
Thomas Hutchinson has served as a Lead Software Developer at Meditech since 2005. His tenure spans 19 years, during which he has contributed significantly to various projects. Hutchinson played a key role in integrating JIRA with the Meditech proprietary codebase, enhancing code delivery processes. He also developed phlebotomy handheld programs tailored for Meditech laboratory systems. His efforts in establishing coding standards through committee collaboration have improved development practices within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Hutchinson holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, where he studied from 1995 to 1999. He furthered his education at the University of Massachusetts Medical School, earning a Master's degree in Virology between 1999 and 2003. Additionally, he pursued studies in Software Engineering at Framingham State University from 2007 to 2009. This educational background provides him with a strong foundation in both medical technology and software development.
Background
Before joining Meditech, Thomas Hutchinson worked as a Medical Laboratory Technologist at Morton Hospital and Medical Center for 11 months in 1999. He later served as a Medical Technologist at Southboro Medical Group from 2002 to 2003. His early career in medical technology informs his current role in software development, allowing him to bridge the gap between healthcare and technology effectively.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Hutchinson has made notable contributions to the development of a mentoring structure for new employees, which has been shared across multiple groups. He has trained and mentored four different employees during his time as a Lead Developer. Additionally, he implemented the Medical Nomenclature interface with Intelligent Medical Objects (IMO), showcasing his ability to enhance software functionality in healthcare settings.