Health Informatics Director directs an organization's clinical biostatistics or health informatics department. Oversees the analysis, management and performance of health information data to aid patient care. Being a Health Informatics Director monitors latest software and technology to keep processes up-to-date and efficient. Communicates with other departments and team members to identify new sources of data, ensure data is used effectively, and establish new initiatives. Additionally, Health Informatics Director requires a master's degree. Typically reports to senior management. The Health Informatics Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. To be a Health Informatics Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
JOB PURPOSE OR MISSION: Responsible for support of clinical information systems in the hospital network, including the planning, development, training, implementation, evaluation, and maintenance of assigned Clinical Information Systems. Serves as a resource person between I/S and Patient Care Areas for the daily operational issues of hospital’s clinical systems.
*This is not a remote position.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS include, but are not limited to:
1. Functions as clinical liaison between IS Department and Patient Care Areas.
PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:
2. Provides clinical expertise in evaluation of computer programs and applications; and supports implementation and maintenance of clinical information applications.
PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:
3 Performs all other duties as assigned.