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Clinical Development Lead

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$101 - $187/hr

The Opportunity As a Clinical Development Lead (Medical & Scientific Writing), you will serve as a ... Direct experience in project management or mentoring junior team members. Location * This position ...

Clinical Development Lead

Tucson, AZ · On-site +1

$100K - $186K/yr

The Opportunity As a Clinical Development Lead (Medical & Scientific Writing), you will serve as a ... Direct experience in project management or mentoring junior team members. Location * This position ...

Informatics Analyst

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$65K - $78K/yr

Performs special process function audits as directed, reports finding and proposes solutions for ... Interprets, modifies, analyzes and designs clinical systems, data and information * Leverage ...

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How much do clinical informatics director jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for clinical informatics director in Arizona is $64.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48.85 and $80.87 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a clinical informatics director?

A Clinical Informatics Director oversees the implementation and optimization of healthcare technology to improve patient care, operational efficiency, and data management. They collaborate with clinical and IT teams to ensure electronic health records (EHRs) and other digital systems support medical workflows and compliance. Their role involves analyzing data, training staff, and guiding technology strategies to enhance healthcare outcomes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a clinical informatics director?

To thrive as a Clinical Informatics Director, you need a strong background in healthcare informatics, clinical workflow analysis, and experience in leading multidisciplinary teams, usually supported by advanced degrees in health informatics, nursing, or medicine. Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems, data analytics platforms, and relevant certifications like CPHIMS or board certification in clinical informatics is highly valued. Strong communication, change management, and problem-solving skills set top candidates apart in this role. These skills are critical to successfully bridging the gap between clinical staff and IT teams, driving improved patient care through the effective use of health information technology.

What are some common challenges faced by clinical informatics directors, and how can they be addressed?

Clinical Informatics Directors often face the challenge of balancing diverse stakeholder needs, including those of clinicians, IT personnel, and hospital administrators, while implementing new technologies or workflows. Navigating resistance to change, ensuring data security, and maintaining regulatory compliance can also be complex parts of the job. Successful directors address these challenges by fostering strong collaboration, providing clear communication, and promoting ongoing education and support around informatics initiatives. Being proactive in engaging end-users and responding to their feedback helps smooth transitions and ensures technology effectively supports patient care. This dynamic environment offers excellent opportunities for leadership growth and professional development.

What are the most commonly searched types of Clinical Informatics jobs in Arizona?

The most popular types of Clinical Informatics jobs in Arizona are:

What cities in Arizona are hiring for Clinical Informatics Director jobs?

Cities in Arizona with the most Clinical Informatics Director job openings:

Infographic showing various Clinical Informatics Director job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 46% In-person, and 54% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $134,404 per year, or $64.6 per hour.

Market Physician Clinical Systems Specialist - Onsite based @ Abrazo Arizona Heart Hospital - Pho...

Tenet Health

Phoenix, AZ • On-site

Full-time

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Job description

The hospital Physician Clinical Systems Specialist under direct supervision from the Market Clinical Informatics Director and according to established policies and procedures functions as an electronic medical record (EMR) system expert and is primarily responsible for training clinicians to efficiently use the Cerner EMR and to proactively provide at the elbow support to clinicians throughout the hospital. The Physician Clinical Systems Specialist will at times assist in the implementation, support, and optimization of the EMR and other clinical systems. 

  • Required: High School Diploma
  • Preferred: 3 years of experience in clinical hospital setting
  • Ability to develop, maintain and collaborate with clinicians
  • Ability to problem-solving and resolve conflict 
  • Understands clinical workflow and has the skill set to integrate technology into clinical practice
  • Excellent verbal, presentation, and written communication skills required 
  • Must serve as a model of credibility, professionalism, and customer service

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The Physician Clinical Systems Specialist is responsible for purposeful hospital rounding; providing direct support to providers and nurses to ensure end users successfully integrate the EMR into clinical workflow.  The Physician Clinical Systems Specialist ensures consistent and effective use of the EMR that aligns with policy, procedure, and standards.  The Physician Clinical Systems Specialist may at times create education content to communicate and educate providers and clinicians in EMR changes, initiatives, and projects. 

The Physician Clinical Systems Specialist regularly provides suggestions and seeks feedback from physicians and clinicians regarding the EMR communicating such information to the Market Clinical Informatics Director. 

The Physician Clinical Systems Specialist collaborates with the Market Clinical Informatics Director to improve physician and clinicians' satisfaction with the EMR, promote "voice of the customer" and improve IS service and support.


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