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)
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Clinical informatics has evolved into an integral part of health care delivery and is a key factor in the selection, implementation, and evaluation of health information technology (IT). Through changes in federal legislation such as the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) of 2009, and the Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health (HITECH) Act, increased demands for technical solutions in health care have also increased demands for clinical informaticists. Informaticists provide a unique body of knowledge to lead these organizational initiatives. The value of these roles is demonstrated in improved integration of technology that provides safer, higher quality, and patient-centered care. As the use of technology in clinical practice has grown, the need for a strategic approach to these solutions has also emerged.
Reporting to the Chief Information Officer, this clinical Director will work in tandem with other clinical leaders across the entire system to drive transformational strategies that meet the needs of clinicians, as well as, the vision and goals, of the organization.
The role is positioned to lead critical initiatives that influence improved clinical efficiencies operational, financial, and quality outcomes across the system. Through distinctive skills that combine clinical and technical knowledge, along with expertise in informatics, the Director of Clinical Informatics has the operational and leadership skills to develop solutions to optimize organizational outcomes.
Experience: Minimum three (3) years of Clinical Informatics experience; five (5) years progressive management experience in the area of patient care.
Education: Nurse with Bachelor's Degree required, preferably in Nursing/Clinical Informatics. Board Certified in Nursing Informatics preferred.
License: Active unencumbered Delaware (or compact if a nurse) state license
* Experience In Hospital Or Acute Care Setting
* Clear Communication Skills Both Written And Verbal
* Able To Keep Confidential Information Regarding Patients, Team Members
* Able To Withstand Crisis Situations
* Has Skills To Provides Customer Service To Patients, Team Members And Visitors
* Knowledge And Experience With Electronic Health Records
* Experience With Excel, Power Point, Word, Visio, Etc.
* RN - Registered Nurse
Nurse with Bachelor's Degree required, preferably in Nursing/Clinical Informatics.
Board Certified in Nursing Informatics preferred.
Reports directly to the Chief Information Officer with a matrix to the Chief Nursing Executive and Chief Physician Executive Officer. This reporting structure serves primarily to increase cooperation and communication across traditional silos and unlock resources and talent. It serves to deliver work across the system more effectively and to be able to respond with increased flexibility.
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