Job DescriptionThe Clinical Informatics Specialist (CIS) serves as a professional role model in promoting the understanding, integration, and effective use of information technology in healthcare settings. The CIS acts as a liaison between clinical practice and Information Services, supporting clinical and interprofessional caregivers throughout the care continuum in the implementation, learning, use, adoption, and optimization of clinical technologies.
The CIS supports the analysis, design, implementation, evaluation, optimization, and maintenance of clinical information systems and workflows within the assigned ministry or area. This role applies foundational informatics, clinical knowledge, and change management principles while working collaboratively within project teams. The CIS practices under guidance from senior or principal informatics leaders and focuses on reliable execution, clinical support, and adoption.
The CIS with licensure and/or certification brings a comprehensive understanding of bedside clinical practice, patient flow, regulatory requirements, and documentation standards.
Required Qualifications:- Bachelor's Degree in BS in Clinical discipline, Information Technology/Informatics, Business, Education, Management, Communications, or related field or, equivalent education/experience
- 2 years in a position that has the same or similar primary duties working with a clinical information system within a healthcare setting.
- Experience with EHR systems.
- Experience with benefits and challenges of adult learning.
Preferred Qualifications:- Informatics certifications or credentialing (may be equivalent for up to 2 years of experience for this position at the hiring manger's discretion) upon hire
About the TeamProvidence Shared Services is a service line within Providence that provides a variety of functional and system support services for our family of organizations across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. We are focused on supporting our Mission by delivering a robust foundation of services and sharing of specialized expertise.
