Description

Job Posting: Lead Clinical Informatics Specialist
Location: Cherry County Hospital, Valentine NE (Onsite)

Wage: based on experience

Eligible for benefits: Yes

Cherry County Hospital is seeking a dedicated and experienced onsite Lead Clinical Informatics Specialist to join our team. This leadership role is responsible for guiding the Clinical Informatics Team, supporting clinical staff, and optimizing the use of healthcare technology systems to improve patient care and workflow efficiency.

Position Overview

The Lead Clinical Informatics Specialist serves as a key liaison between clinical teams and information technology. This role provides leadership and oversight of the Clinical Informatics Team while ensuring effective use, adoption, and optimization of clinical systems and electronic health records.

Key Responsibilities

Promote the Mission, Vision, and Values of Cherry County Hospital
Provide leadership and daily oversight of the Clinical Informatics Team in collaboration with the CIO
Serve as a liaison between clinical staff and IT to improve workflows and system efficiency
Support optimization of Meditech EHR workflows and performance metrics
Coordinate clinical system onboarding and develop EHR training for providers
Act as a primary escalation point for EHR and clinical system issues
Manage system configuration, user setup, and application support within the EHR
Lead implementation, testing, and maintenance of Meditech projects and enhancements
Coordinate go-lives, downtime events, and after-hours support as needed
Oversee helpdesk functions and assist Core IT staff with complex issues
Manage e-prescribing setup through Dr. First and Meditech
Support integration and interfacing of clinical systems into the EHR
Participate in on-call rotation to ensure system coverage
Ensure compliance with HIPAA, corporate compliance policies, and hospital procedures
Maintain confidentiality of all patient medical, personal, and financial information
Perform additional duties as assigned

Required Skills & Abilities

Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal and leadership abilities
Highly organized with strong attention to detail
Effective time management and ability to meet deadlines
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to adapt to changing organizational needs
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

Extended periods of sitting required
Ability to stand, bend, and lift as needed
Repetitive use of hands, arms, and eyes may occur
Work environment is clean and collaborative with close proximity to others
Regular work hours with potential for overtime, on-call, and after-hours support (evenings and weekends)

Why Join Cherry County Hospital?

At Cherry County Hospital, you’ll be part of a dedicated team committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care while advancing healthcare technology and innovation.

Requirements

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) required
Minimum of 3 years of Meditech experience required
Clinical Informatics experience within a healthcare system required
Advanced education or certifications may be considered equivalent experience

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