Mark Shanks
About Mark Shanks
Mark Shanks is a Health Systems Analyst at Vanderbilt University Medical Center Informatics with over 30 years of experience in software engineering and health informatics.
Current Position at Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Mark Shanks is currently employed as a Health Systems Analyst at Vanderbilt University Medical Center Informatics. He has been part of this institution for over 14 years, leveraging his extensive experience in health systems analysis to contribute to the enhancement and optimization of healthcare informatics.
Previous Experience at Jewelry Television
Mark Shanks worked at Jewelry Television as a Database Engineer from 2008 to 2009. During his tenure, he contributed to improving and managing the company's data management systems, applying his skills in database engineering to support the organization's operational needs.
Software Engineer Role at McKesson Provider Technologies
Prior to his role at Jewelry Television, Mark Shanks served as a Software Engineer at McKesson Provider Technologies from 2004 to 2008. In this role, he was involved in developing and maintaining software solutions that supported healthcare providers, enhancing the efficiency and functionality of various technologies used in patient care.
Extensive Tenure at GE Medical Systems Information Technologies
Mark Shanks has a notable 20-year tenure at GE Medical Systems Information Technologies, where he worked from 1985 to 2005 as a Software Engineer. His extensive period at GE allowed him to acquire a deep understanding of the software needs within the medical technology sector, contributing to numerous projects that improved healthcare information systems.
Educational Background in Computer Science and Mathematics
Mark Shanks earned his Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science-Mathematics from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. His education, completed between 1980 and 1984, provided a strong foundation in both disciplines, supporting his analytical and problem-solving skills essential for his role in health systems analysis and software engineering.