Health Informatics Manager manages a clinical biostatistics or health informatics team. Oversees the analysis, management and performance of health information data to aid patient care. Being a Health Informatics Manager monitors latest software and technology to keep processes up-to-date and efficient. Communicates with analysts, healthcare providers, and management to establish new processes and analyses, and to tailor current data processes to best help providers. Additionally, Health Informatics Manager requires a master's degree. Typically reports to a director or head of a unit/department. The Health Informatics Manager typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. To be a Health Informatics Manager typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
JOB OVERVIEW:
The Philadelphia Department of Public Health (PDPH), through its Immunizations program in the Division of Disease Control, oversees the purchase and distribution of federally funded vaccines to local healthcare providers. As one of 64 U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) funded program areas, the Philadelphia Immunization Program is charged with the mission to prevent vaccine-preventable diseases and increase the immunization coverage levels among infants, children, adolescents, and adults in Philadelphia.
The IIS Informatics Manager’s primary purpose is threefold; to ensure constant flow of data to the IIS, to ensure the integrity of data to and in the IIS, and to provide accurate accounting of information in the IIS when needed. The IIS Informatic Manager’s purview includes the IIS Interoperability team and the IIS Analytics team. It is the duty of the IIS Informatics manager to ensure that all teams are functioning properly and have realistic and efficient workflows. They must also provide leadership and mentorship to subordinate staff and be able to accurately identify the needs of each team while providing an honest evaluation of each team’s performance. The IIS Informatics Manager will also be expected to work with the IIS Manager and Deputy IIS manager to create metrics for evaluation of their section. Routine reports on each team’s workload and efficiency will be provided to the IIS Manager and Deputy IIS Manager. The Informatics Manager will also be expected to identify grants and areas for development within their portion of the IIS. This position is Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with occasional work after hours and on weekends to support Program activities. This is a grant-funded position; continuation of the position is contingent upon sustained funding.
This is not a remote role. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, walk, talk, and hear. This job may require moderate physical effort including lifting materials and equipment of less than 50 pounds and involves viewing a CRT or VDT screen 50 to 75 percent of the time. The position requires responding to public health emergencies on short notice and some after-hours activities to achieve Program Objectives.
This position reports to the Deputy IIS Manager.
Evidence suggests those from marginalized groups often only apply to jobs if they meet all of the qualifications. However, perfect candidates don’t exist! You are encouraged to apply if the above duties interest you, and the sum of your professional and academic experience balance to overcome the absence of some of the education or experience preferences highlighted below.
This position requires a master’s degree in public health with a minimum of 5 years of experience in Public Health or IIS. Master’s degree in Epidemiology, Health Informatics, or another information-based field preferred.
SALARY:
Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. This position comes with a comprehensive benefits package consisting of medical and dental coverage, as well as paid sick, vacation, and personal time.
Position Salary:
$70,000-$75,000
At the Philadelphia Department of Public Health, we value health justice and equity. Our work is guided by a commitment to all people’s health and humanity, and we recognize the impact that health disparities have on our city’s diverse population. We are dedicated to building a staff that reflects the diversity of Philadelphia. We are an EEO employer, and we are committed to providing a diverse, inclusive, safe workplace free from discrimination, sexual harassment, intimidation, or retaliation.
Applicants who are originally from and live in the Philadelphia area are strongly encouraged to apply.
To apply, please submit the following:
1. A resume or CV
2. A cover letter that includes:
3. Attn: John Robison john.robison@phila.gov