Lead Clinical Informaticist

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The Lead Clinical Informaticist applies informatics knowledge to bridge clinical operations, revenue cycle, and IT, driving the adoption and optimization of standard workflows across ambulatory and enterprise-wide systems. Reporting to the Chief Medical Informatics Officer, this role collaborates with clinical and operational leadership, EHR end users, and IT teams to lead transformational initiatives. This position serves as the informatics lead on large ambulatory projects, guiding workflow analysis, system design, build, testing, KPI development, and post-go-live optimization. The role also leads governance groups focused on EHR and operational transformation.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Leads Ambulatory Informatics Projects

• Serves as informatics lead on large ambulatory projects.

• Executes workflow analysis, design, build, testing, and communication planning.

• Develops KPIs and escalates barriers pre- and post-go-live.

• Ensures standard workflows are implemented and sustained.

• Aligns project execution with system life cycle and transformation standards.

Drives EHR Optimization and Standardization

• Rounds in clinics to assess workflow usability and adoption.

• Identifies opportunities for standardization and removes barriers to adoption.

• Guides optimization efforts to meet operational goals and compliance standards.

• Advises on regulatory, quality, and documentation standards.

• Modifies system build to reflect optimized workflows.

Leads Governance and Strategic Alignment

• Facilitates ambulatory EHR and operational governance groups.

• Provides workflow and informatics expertise to guide decision-making.

• Partners with leadership to develop ambulatory informatics vision and strategy.

• Guides project teams through technology governance processes.

• Ensures alignment with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.

Applies Lean Methodologies for Efficiency

• Independently applies PDCA and SOP documentation to drive improvements.

• Coaches team members in Lean principles and standard work documentation.

• Identifies opportunities to revise standard work and executes changes system-wide.

• Documents and communicates process improvements.

• Ensures adoption of Lean practices across ambulatory clinics.

Provides Leadership and Mentorship

• Coaches and mentors informatics team members.

• Validates educational materials developed by training teams.

• Triages and prioritizes optimization requests with clear communication to leadership.

• Serves as a subject matter expert on informatics best practices.

• Establishes strong relationships with physicians, allied health staff, and operational leaders.

Supports Change Management and Communication

• Leads change management efforts for informatics initiatives.

• Develops and executes communication plans for system changes.

• Ensures stakeholder engagement and readiness.

• Monitors adoption and addresses resistance.

• Provides ongoing support and feedback loops post-implementation.

Marginal or Periodic Functions:

• Participates in vendor evaluations and contract discussions.

• Represents the organization at informatics conferences and professional forums.

• Supports disaster recovery and business continuity planning.

• Contributes to grant proposals and research initiatives.

• Assists with enterprise-wide informatics strategy development.

• Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

Process Management

• Designs and improves workflows for efficiency and consistency.

• Implements standard workflows across clinics.

• Uses Lean tools to document and improve processes.

• Aligns informatics solutions with operational goals.

Technical Learning

• Quickly learns and applies new technologies.

• Masters EHR systems and ambulatory tools.

• Applies informatics knowledge to optimize workflows.

• Shares technical insights with team members.

Change Management

• Leads teams through transitions effectively.

• Develops communication plans for system changes.

• Coaches staff through adoption of new workflows.

• Monitors and adjusts change strategies.

Problem Solving

• Uses logic and date to solve complex problems.

• Identifies root causes of workflow inefficiencies.

• Develops actionable solutions for EHR optimization.

• Escalates and resolves barriers to adoption.

Drive for Results

• Consistently delivers outcomes aligned with goals.

• Tracks KPIs and project milestones.

• Aligns informatics efforts with operational priorities.

• Ensures successful go-live and post-go-live support.

Interpersonal Savvy

• Builds relationships across different teams.

• Establishes trust with clinical and operational leaders.

• Navigates competing priorities and perspectives.

• Facilitates collaboration across departments.

• All other duties as assigned

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Health Informatics, Health Information Management, or related field.

• 5 years of experience in clinical informatics within a healthcare organization.

• Experience in direct patient care, nursing, or other clinical areas.

• Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

• Master's degree in Nursing, Health Informatics, Healthcare Administration, or related discipline.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS OR CERTIFICATIONS

Required:

• Registered Nurse (RN) or other clinical designation (MD, PharmD).

Preferred:

• Certification in assigned Epic applications within 6 months of employment.

• Certification in Informatics within 1 year of employment.

• Project Management Professional (PMP).

OPEN

• Standard office equipment

• Repetitive use of a keyboard

• May be exposed to such occupational hazards as communicable diseases, blood borne pathogens, ionizing and non-ionizing radiation, hazardous medications and disoriented or combative patients, or others.

• Resume/CV

• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor

• Letter of interest

Importantfor applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure thatALLRequired Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers:As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questionspresented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.

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Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

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Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer,complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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Pay Transparency:

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

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Employment Eligibility Verification:

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

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The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university's company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

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Compliance:

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.