The Clinical Informatics Specialist is responsible for the planning, design, development, training, implementation, evaluation and support of clinical information systems initiatives. Clinical Informatics staff support professional and clinical practices across the hospital and in collaboration with its regional partners by ensuring that appropriate practice standards, education, processes, systems and structures are applied. The clinical informatics specialist is the liaison between the clinical stakeholders and Information Systems. The position is responsible for providing clinicians with computer system support, and for resolution of systems issues.
- Baccalaureate degree in a related field of study, Masters preferred
- Current certificate of registration as a Regulated Health Professional in Ontario required
- Minimum of 5 years of recent clinical experience
- Epic Radiant or Cupid Certification preferred
- Demonstrated ability to analyze and participate in the redesign of complex clinical processes
- Demonstrated expertise with Microsoft products, including Teams, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Project, Visio, Access, Eclipse and other tools as necessary
- Demonstrated ability to utilize initiative, vision, independent thinking and creative problem-solving abilities to implement project plans and realize project completion
- Demonstrated proficiency in time management, ability to work effectively under time pressure to meet deadlines, balance work priorities and resolve problems in a timely manner
- Demonstrated ability to relate and work with employees at all levels of the organization, including the most senior levels within the healthcare field
- Demonstrated commitment to the Mission, Vision and Values of HHS and its partners
- Highly developed leadership and facilitation skills
- Demonstrated ability to effectively execute project plans with stringent timelines
- Extensive understanding of available resources for projects and applicable stakeholder groups, provides feedback and detailed analysis on project processes and makes recommendations as required
